Thus Saith the Mercy of the Lord

Verse 1

Thus saith the mercy of the Lord: "I'll be a God to thee; I'll bless thy numerous race, and they shall be a seed to me."

Verse 2

Abram believed the promised grace and gave his child to God, but water seals the blessing now that once was sealed with blood.

Verse 3

Jesus the ancient faith confirms, to our forefathers giv'n; he takes young children to his arms, and calls them heirs of heav'n.

Verse 4

Our God, how faithful are his ways! His love endures the same; nor from the promise of his grace blots out his children's name.

Verse 5

Thus to the parents and their seed shall thy salvation come; and numerous households meet at last in one eternal home.