Author: Isaac Watts Hymnal: Hymns and Devotions for Daily Worship #195 (2024) Meter: 8.6.8.6 Lyrics: 1. How sad our state by nature is!
Our sin, how deep the stain!
And Satan binds our captive minds
Fast in his slavish Chains.
2. But here a Voice of sov'reign grace
Sounds from the sacred Word:
Come, ye despairing sinners, come,
And trust upon the Lord.
3. My soul obeys th’ almighty call
And runs to this relief;
I would believe your promise, Lord;
Oh! help my unbelief.
4. To the dear fountain of your blood,
Incarnate God, I fly;
Here let me wash my spotted soul
From crimes of deepest dye.
5. Stretch out your arm, victorious King,
My reigning sins subdue;
Drive the old dragon from his seat,
With all his hellish crew.
6. A guilty, weak, and helpless worm,
On your kind arms I fall;
Be now my strength and righteousness,
My Jesus, and my all. Topics: Ordinary Time Week 5 Scripture: Genesis 3:17-19 Languages: English Tune Title: NOX PRAECESSIT
How Sad Our State by Nature Is