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The Encouragement Young Persons Have to Seek Christ

Philip Doddridge • English

Primary Scripture: Proverbs 7:17

Verse 1

Ye hearts with youthful vigor warm, In smiling crowds draw near; And turn from every mortal charm, A Saviour's voice to hear.

Verse 2

He, Lord of all the worlds on high, Stoops to converse with you, And lays His radiant glories by, Your friendship to pursue.

Verse 3

"The souls that longs to see my face, Is sure my love to gain; And those that early seek my grace, Shall never seek in vain."

Verse 4

What object, Lord, my soul should move, If once compared with Thee? What beauty should command my love, Like what in Christ I see?

Verse 5

Away, ye false, delusive toys, Vain tempters of the mind! 'Tis here I fix my lasting choice, And here true bliss I find.

Scripture References

Reference 1

  • proverbs 7:17

Reference 2

  • proverbs 8:17
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