Hymn 189 — O Lord, amid corruption,
| 189 | J. N. DARBY (1800-1882) | 7.6.7.6. |
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O Lord, amid corruption, Where hatred did abound, Thy path of true perfection Was light on all around. | |
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In scorn, neglect reviling, Thy patient grace stood fast, Man's malice unavailing To move Thy heart to haste. | |
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O'er all, Thy perfect goodness Rose blessedly divine; Poor hearts opprest with sadness Found ever rest in Thine. | |
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The strong man in his armour Thou mettest in Thy grace, Didst spoil the mighty charmer Of our unhappy race. | |
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Disease, and death, and demon, All fled before Thy word, As darkness, the dominion Of day's returning lord! | |
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Love, that made Thee a mourner In this sad world of woe, Proved wretched man a scorner Of grace that brought Thee low. | |
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O Lord, Thy love's sweet savour Shone forth in every deed, And showed God's loving favour To every soul in need. | |