O God of mercy, hear my call
by Isaac Watts·1719·Meter 8.6.8.6 (CM)
Based on Ps 51:14-17; Ps 51:14
1
O God of mercy, hear my call,
My loads of guilt remove;
Break down this separating wall,
That bars me from my love.
2
Give me the presence of thy grace,
Then my rejoicing tongue
Shall speak aloud thy righteousness,
And make thy praise my song.
3
No blood of goats nor heifers slain,
For sin could e'er atone;
The death of Christ shall still remain
Sufficient and alone.
4
A soul oppressed with sin's desert,
My God will ne'er despise;
A humble groan, a broken heart,
Is our best sacrifice.