Jacob was found in desert land

Verse 1

Jacob was found in desart land, In a waste howling wilderness; God takes and leads him by the hand, To promis'd seats of happiness.

Verse 2

Christ finds his bride in desarts too, Yes, in a howling wilderness; And by her hand he leads her through To seats of endless happiness.

Verse 3

She doth not boast she found him there, But he found her and brought her out; He makes her his peculiar care, Fair bride saith he, you could not doubt.

Verse 4

You need not wish to have the care, Of your salvation in your hands: Could it be so you might despair, Of reaching to the promis'd land.

Verse 5

My bride the favorite of my choice, For her this work I undertook; She's like the apple of mine eyes, Her name is written in my book.

Verse 6

But in our hearts these thoughts will rise, Can I be one he makes his choice? Our tears alas! be-cloud our eyes, While in his love we would rejoice.

Verse 7

But oh we've no where else to go, We throw our souls into his hand; Lead us dear Jesus while below, And bring us to the heavenly land.