Author: Michael Perry, 1942-1996 Hymnal: The Book of Praise #100 (1997) Meter: 11.10.11.10 First Line: I'll praise you, Lord, with heart content and joyful Lyrics: 1 I'll praise you, Lord, with heart content and joyful;
before the world, I'll tell your righteous ways;
I will bow down towards your holy temple,
exalt your name and sing your worthy praise.
2 Beyond the skies you set your timeless kingdom;
your word shall last; your throne shall never fall;
the lords of earth will marvel at your wisdom
and kneel before the mighty Lord of all.
3 Though set on high, you look upon the lowly –
the proud you see with sorrow from afar;
in all my trouble you are swift to save me,
and with your arm restrain the threat of war.
4 Forever you will keep your face towards us;
your mercy and your love will never cease.
Then come fulfil in us your mighty purpose,
and grant to your creation perfect peace.
Topics: God Word of; God Wisdom of; God King; God Faithfulness of; God Compassion / Tenderness; Metrical Psalms; Praise; Processionals; Truth Scripture: Psalm 138 Languages: English Tune Title: HIGHWOOD
I'll praise you, Lord