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God's faithful promises are sure

Paul Henkel • English

Primary Scripture: Psalm 96

Verse 1

God's faithful promises are sure, Afford us life and vital pow'r; Our aid, our comfort, trust and hope In all afflictions bears us up.

Verse 2

This is the word by which we live, What consolations will it give! True peace and joy the humble mind In these bless'd promises shall find.

Verse 3

No greater blessings can be known, No greater mercies can be shown: To understand that precious word, Is to rejoice in Christ the Lord.

Verse 4

O! let us then with patience wait, God's promises are sure and great: His gifts and graces from above Will fill our hearts with joy and love.

Verse 5

We bless and praise the Saviour's name, By whom this great salvation came; With all the nations sing his praise And thank him for his saving grace.

Scripture References

Reference 1

  • psalms 96

Reference 2

  • romans 15:4-13
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