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Christ, or Wisdom, Obeyed or Resisted

Isaac Watts • English

Primary Scripture: Psalm 40:1-3

Verse 1

Thus saith the Wisdom of the Lord, "Blest is the man that hears my word, Keeps daily watch before my gates, And at my feet for mercy waits.

Verse 2

"The soul that seeks me shall obtain Immortal wealth and heav'nly gain; Immortal life is his reward; Life, and the favor of the Lord.

Verse 3

"But the vile wretch that flies from me Doth his own soul an injury; Fools that against my grace rebel Seek death, and love the road to hell."

Scripture References

Reference 1

  • psalms 40:1-3

Reference 2

  • psalms 40:5

Reference 3

  • psalms 40:17

Reference 4

  • psalms 73:25

Reference 5

  • proverbs 8:34-36
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