Divine Protection

Verse 1

A sov'reign Protector I have, unseen, yet forever at hand, unchangeably faithful to save, almighty to rule and command.

Verse 2

He smiles, and my comforts abound; His grace as the dew shall descend; and walls of salvation surround the soul He delights to defend.

Verse 3

Inspirer and hearer of pray'r, Thou Shepherd and Guardian of Thine, my all to Thy covenant care I sleeping and waking resign.

Verse 4

If Thou art my Shield and my Sun, the night is no darkness to me; and fast as my moments roll on, they bring me but nearer to Thee.

Verse 5

Kind Author and Ground of my hope, Thee, Thee, for my God I avow; my glad Ebenezer set up, and own Thou hast helped me till now.

Verse 6

I muse on the years that are past, wherein my defense Thou hast proved; nor wilt Thou relinquish at last a sinner so signally loved!