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The Perfections of God

Isaac Watts • English

Primary Scripture: Psalms 110-111

Verse 1

Great is the Lord; his works of might Demand our noblest songs: Let his assembled saints unite Their harmony of tongues.

Verse 2

Great is the mercy of the Lord; He gives his children food; And, ever mindful of his word, He makes his promise good.

Verse 3

His Son, the great Redeemer, came To seal his cov'nant sure; Holy and reverend is his name, His ways are just and pure.

Verse 4

They that would grow divinely wise Must with his fear begin; Our fairest proof of knowledge lies In hating every sin.

Scripture References

Reference 1

  • psalms 110-111