The Lord is my rock, and my fortress, and my deliverer.
Psalm 18:2
Words: Henry B. Hartzler, in Spiritual Songs for Gospel Meetings and the Sunday School, edited by Elisha A. Hoffman & John H. Tenney (Cleveland, Ohio: Samuel Barker, 1878), page 13.
Music: Charles H. Gabriel (🔊 pdf nwc).
In the Rock of Ages hiding,
I have found a sure retreat;
In the Refuge now abiding,
I have found a joy complete.
Refrain
While the storm around me rages,
And the angry billows roar,
I am hiding in the Rock of Ages,
I am safe forevermore.
In the Rock of Ages resting,
I enjoy a sweet repose;
Where the grace of God forever
Like a mighty river flows.
Refrain
In the Rock of Ages trusting,
I am kept in perfect peace;
In the hope of glory waiting,
Till the toil of life shall cease.
Refrain