O God, my Righteousness who art

Verse 1

O God, my righteousness who art, Whene'er I call, give ear; Thou hast enlarged me when distressed, Have mercy, now, and hear.

Verse 2

Ye sons of men, how long will ye My glory turn to shame? How long will ye love vanity And me with lies defame?

Verse 3

But know, the Lord hath set apart The Godly for his own; The Lord will hear, when unto him, I make my humble moan.

Verse 4

Then stand in awe, and do not sin. But commune with thy heart, While resting on thy bed, and learn Contentment's noble art.

Verse 5

Offer to God pure sacrifice, Free from all conscious blame; Then confidently put your trust Upon Jehovah's name

Verse 6

While many worldlings eager cry. Who'll cause us Good to see? The cheering light, Lord, of thy face, Let on us lifted be.

Verse 7

Then wilt thou fill my heart with joy, More lasting, and divine. Than they can boast, whose fruitful years Increase their corn and wine.

Verse 8

Therefore I'll lay me down in peace, And sweet repose will take; For me in confidence to dwell Thou, Lord, alone, dost make.