Scripture Verse

God exalted Him to the highest place and gave Him the name that is above every name. Philippians 2:9

Introduction

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William Gadsby (1773–1844)
National Portrait Gallery

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Words: Will­iam Gads­by (1773–1844).

Music: Tou­lon Ge­ne­van Psal­ter, 1551 (🔊 pdf nwc).

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Lyrics

Immortal honors rest on Je­sus’ head;
My God, my portion, and my living bread;
In Him I live, upon Him cast my care;
He saves from death, destruction, and despair.

He is my refuge in each deep distress;
The Lord my strength and glo­ri­ous right­eous­ness;
Through floods and flames He leads me safely on,
And daily makes His sovereign goodness known.

My every need He richly will supply;
Nor will His mercy ever let me die;
In Him there dwells a treasure all divine,
And matchless grace has made that treasure mine.

O that my soul could love and praise Him more,
His beauties trace, His majesty adore;
Live near His heart, upon His bosom lean;
Obey His voice, and all His will esteem.