On man, in his own image made

Verse 1

On man, in his own image made, How much did God bestow; The whole creation homage paid, And owned him, lord below!

Verse 2

But oh! by sin how quickly changed! His peace and honor fled, His heart from God and truth estranged, His conscience filled with dread!

Verse 3

Now from his Maker's voice he fled, Which was before his joy; And thought to hide his guilty head, From all all-seeing eye.

Verse 4

Compelled to answer to his name, With stubborness and pride He cast on God himself the blame, Nor once for mercy cried.

Verse 5

But grace, unasked his heart subdued, And all his guilt forgave; By faith the promised seed he viewed, And felt its power to save.