May this be a much-favoured hour
by John Newton·1814·Meter 8.8.8.8 (LM)
Based on John 5:25; Col 2:13; Isa 61:1-3
1
May this be a much-favoured hour
To souls in Satan's bondage led!
Lord, clothe thy word with sovereign power
To break the rocks, and raise the dead.
2
To mourners speak a cheering word;
On seeking souls vouchsafe to shine;
Let poor backsliders be restored,
And all thy saints in praises join.