The Eternal and the Sovereign God

Verse 1

JEHOVAH reigns; he dwells in light, Girded with majesty and might: The world, created by his hands, Still on its first foundation stands.

Verse 2

But, ere this spacious world was made, Or had its first foundations laid, Thy throne eternal ages stood-- Thyself, the ever-living God.

Verse 3

Like floods the angry nations rise, And aim their rage against the skies: Vain floods, that aim their rage so high! At thy rebuke the billows die.

Verse 4

Forever shall thy throne endure, Thy promise stands forever sure; And everlasting holiness Becomes the dwellings of thy grace.