Why did the nations join to slay

Verse 1

Why did the nations join to slay The Lord’s anointed Son? Why did they cast his laws away, And tread his gospel down?

Verse 2

The Lord that sits above the skies, Derides their rage below, He speaks with vengeance in his eyes, And strikes their spirits through.

Verse 3

“I call him my eternal Son, "And raise him from the dead! "I make my holy hill his throne, "And wide his kingdom spread.

Verse 4

"Ask me, my Son, and then enjoy "The utmost heathen lands: "Thy rod of iron shall destroy "The rebel that withstands."

Verse 5

Be wise, ye rulers of the earth, Obey th’anointed Lord, Adore the King of heavenly birth, And tremble at his Word.

Verse 6

With humble love address his throne; For if he frown, ye die: Those are secure, and those alone, Who on his grace rely.