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C. M.
Thy testimonies are my delight.
Psalm 119:24.
Father of Mercies! in thy word
What endless glory shines!
For ever be thine name adored
For these celestial lines!
2 Here may the wretched sons of want
Exhaustless riches find;
Riches above what earth can grant,
And lasting as the mind.
3 Here the fair tree of knowledge grows,
And yields a rich repast:
Sublimer sweets than nature knows
Invite the longing taste.
4 Here springs of consolation rise
To cheer the fainting mind,
And thirsty souls receive supplies,
And sweet refreshment find.
5 Here the Redeemer’s welcome voice,
Spreads heavenly peace around;
And life and everlasting joys
Attend the blissful sound.
6 O may these heavenly pages be
My ever dear delight;
And still new beauties may I see,
And still increasing light.
7 Divine Instructor! gracious Lord,
Be thou for ever near;
Teach me to love thy sacred word,
And view my Saviour there!
Mrs. Steele.