Duties and Privileges

Verse 1

While sinners, who presume to bear The christian's sacred name, Throw up the reins to every lust, And glory in their shame;

Verse 2

Ye saints preserv'd in Christ and call'd, Detest their impious ways, And on the basis of your faith An heavenly temple raise.

Verse 3

Upon the spirit's promis'd aid Depend from day to day, And, while he breaths his quickening gale, Adore, and praise nd pray,

Verse 4

Preserve unquench'd your love to God, And let the flame arise, And higher and still higher blaze, 'Till it ascends the skies

Verse 5

With a transporting joy expect The grace your Lord shall give, When all his saints shall from his hands Their crowns of life receive.