The Value of Christ and His Righteousness

Verse 1

No more, my God! I boast no more, Of all the duties I have done; I quit the hopes I held before, To trust the merits of thy Son.

Verse 2

Now for the love I bear his name, What was my gain, I count but loss; My former pride I call my shame, And nail my glory to his cross.

Verse 3

Yes,--and I must, and will esteem All things but loss for Jesus' sake; Oh, may my soul be found in him, And of his righteousness partake.

Verse 4

The best obedience of my hands Dares not appear before thy throne; But faith can answer thy demands, By pleading what my Lord has done.