For us the dear Redeemer died;
by William Hammond·1814·Meter 8.6.8.6 (CM)
Based on Ps 89:28-34; Isa 49:16
1
For us the dear Redeemer died;
Why are we then ashamed?
We stand for ever justified,
And cannot be condemned.
2
Though we believe not, he is true;
The work is in his hand;
His gracious purpose he will do.
And all his word shall stand.
3
If once the love of Christ we feel
Upon our hearts impressed,
The mark of that celestial seal
Can never be erased.
4
The Lord will scourge us if we stray,
And wound us with distress;
But he will never take away
His covenant of peace.
5
The peace which Jesus' blood secures,
And fixes in our hearts,
To all eternity endures,
Nor finally departs.