Since good and upright is the Lord

Verse 1

Since good and upright is the Lord, the way he’ll sinners show;

Verse 2

the meek in judgement he will guide, and make his path to know.

Verse 3

The whole paths of the Lord our God are truth and mercy sure, to such as keep his covenant, and testimonies pure.

Verse 4

Now, for thine own name’s sake, O Lord, I humbly thee entreat to pardon mine iniquity; for it is very great.

Verse 5

Who fears the Lord? him shall he teach the way that he shall choose.

Verse 6

His soul shall dwell at ease; his seed the earth, as heirs, shall use.

Verse 7

The secret of the Lord is with such as do fear his name, and he his holy covenant he manifest to them.