The Vengeance and Compassion of God

Verse 1

Let God arise in all His might, and put the troops of hell to flight, as smoke, that sought to cloud the skies, before the rising tempest flies.

Verse 2

He comes arrayed in burning flames; justice and vengeance are His names; behold, His fainting foes expire like melting wax before the fire!

Verse 3

He rides and thunders thro' the sky; His name, Jehovah, sounds on high; sing to His name, ye sons of grace; ye saints rejoice before His face.

Verse 4

The widow and the fatherless fly to His aid in sharp distress! In Him the poor and helpless find a judge that’s just, a Father kind.

Verse 5

He breaks the captive’s heavy chain, and pris'ners see the light again; but rebels that dispute His will, shall dwell in chains and darkness still.

Verse 6

Kingdoms and thrones to God belong; crown Him, ye nations, in your song; His wondrous names and pow'rs rehearse; His honors shall enrich your verse.

Verse 7

Proclaim Him King, pronounce Him blest; He’s your defense, your joy, your rest: when terrors rise, and nations faint, God is the strength of every saint.