Sweet the Moments
James Allen (1757) • English
Primary Scripture: Song of Solomon 2:3
Verse 1
Sweet the moments, rich in blessing, which before the cross we spend, life and health and peace possessing from the sinner's dying friend.
Verse 2
Here we rest in wonder, viewing all our sins on Jesus laid; here we see redemption flowing from the sacrifice he made.
Verse 3
Here we find the dawn of heaven while upon the cross we gaze, see our trespasses forgiven, and our songs of triumph raise.
Verse 4
Oh, that, near the cross abiding, we may to the Savior cleave, naught with him our hearts dividing, all for him content to leave!
Verse 5
Lord, in loving contemplation fix our hearts and eyes on you till we taste your full salvation and your unveiled glory view.
Scripture References
Reference 1
- song-of-solomon 2:3
Reference 2
- isaiah 53:5-6
Reference 3
- isaiah 53:11-12
Reference 4
- matthew 27:36
Reference 5
- luke 7:46-47
Reference 6
- luke 23:47-49
Reference 7
- john 3:16
Reference 8
- john 19:25
Reference 9
- john 19:30
Reference 10
- romans 3:24-25