Hasten, Lord, to my release

Verse 1

Hasten, Lord, to my release; Haste to help me, O my God! Foes like armed bands increase;— Turn them back the way they trod.

Verse 2

Dark temptations round me press, Evil thoughts my soul assail; Doubts and fears, in my distress, Rise, till flesh and spirit fail.

Verse 3

Thou mine only helper art, My redeemer from the grave; Strength of my desiring heart, Father! Helper! haste to save!