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Distress of Soul

Isaac Watts • English

Primary Scripture: Psalm 25

Verse 1

My eyes and my desire are ever to you, Lord; I love to plead your promises, and rest upon your word.

Verse 2

When shall the sovereign grace of my forgiving God restore me from the dangerous ways my wandering feet have trod?

Verse 3

God, keep my soul from sin, nor put my hope to shame; for I have placed my only trust in my Redeemer’s name.

Verse 4

With humble faith I wait to see your face again; I know it never shall be said I seek the Lord in vain.

Scripture References

Reference 1

  • psalms 25