Self-abasement

Verse 1

Gracious God, my sins forgive; Thy Spirit now impart; Then shall I in thee believe, With all my loving heart: Always unto Jesus look-- Him in heavenly glory see, Who to save me undertook, And ever prays for me.

Verse 2

Grace, in answer to his prayer, Fullness of grace bestow; That I may with zealous care Perform thy will below; Rooted in humility, Still in every state resigned-- Plant, Almighty Lord, in me, A meek and lowly mind.

Verse 3

Poor and vile in my own eyes, With self-abasing shame, Still I would myself despise, And magnify thy name. Thee let every creature bless; Praise alone to God be given: God alone deserves the praise Of all in earth and heaven.