Escape from Enemies

Verse 1

Had not the Lord been Israel's help When angry foes assailed, Had not the lord been on our side, Our righteous cause had failed.

Verse 2

Without His help the waters proud Had overwhelmed our soul, But, praised be God, the waves or wrath Are under His control.

Verse 3

We are escaped, as from the snare A bird in safety flies; The snare is broken and our souls In liberty arise.

Verse 4

Our help is in the glorious Name, The Name of matchless worth, Of Him to Whom all power belongs, The Lord of heaven and earth.