The Psalms and Hymns of Isaac Watts Ps.90. Thus I resolved before the Lord

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Ps.89

The Psalms and Hymns of Isaac Watts‎#Ps.90

Ps.91

Text:	Psalm 39 Part 1
Author:	Isaac Watts

Ps.90. Psalm 39 Part 1

Full Text

Thus I resolved before the Lord,-
"Now will I watch my tongue;
Lest I let slip one sinful word,
Or do my neighbor wrong."

And if I'm e'er constrained to stay
With men of lives profane,
I'll set a double guard that day,
Nor let my talk be vain.

I'll scarce allow my lips to speak
The pious thoughts I feel,
Lest scoffers should th' occasion take
To mock my holy zeal.

Yet if some proper hour appear,
I'll not be overawed,
But let the scoffing sinners hear
That I can speak for God.

Text Information
First Line:	Thus I resolved before the Lord
Title:	Psalm 39 Part 1
Author:	Isaac Watts
Meter:	C. M.
Language:	English
Publication Date:	1806
Scripture:	Psalm 39:1-3
Topic:	Devotion: on a sick bed; Health: prayed for; Sick-Bed Devotion (13 more...)