Practical atheism exposed; or, the being and attributes of God

Verse 1

While men grow bold in wicked ways, And yet a God they own, My heart within me often says, "Their thoughts believe there's none."

Verse 2

Their thoughts and ways at once declare, Whate'er their lips profess, God hath no wrath for them to fear, Nor will they seek his grace.

Verse 3

What strange self-flatt'ry blinds their eyes! But there's a hast'ning hour, When they shall see with sore surprise The terrors of thy power.

Verse 4

Thy justice shall maintain its throne, Though mountains melt away; Thy judgments are a world unknown, A deep, unfathomed sea.

Verse 5

Above the heav'ns' created rounds, Thy mercies, Lord, extend; Thy truth outlives the narrow bounds Where time and nature end.

Verse 6

Safety to man thy goodness brings, Nor overlooks the beast; Beneath the shadow of thy wings Thy children choose to rest.

Verse 7

From thee, when creature-streams run low. And mortal comforts die, Perpetual springs of life shall flow, And raise our pleasures high.

Verse 8

Though all created light decay, And death close up our eyes, Thy presence makes eternal day, Where clouds can never rise.