Thus saith the mercy of the Lord
by Isaac Watts·1707·Meter 8.6.8.6 (CM)
Based on Gen 17:7,10; Acts 16:14,15,33.
1
Thus saith the mercy of the Lord,
"I'll be a God to thee;
I'll bless thy num'rous race, and they
Shall be a seed for me."
2
Abram believed the promised grace,
And gave his sons to God;
But water seals the blessing now,
That once was sealed with blood.
3
Thus Lydia sanctified her house,
When she received the word;
Thus the believing jailer gave
His household to the Lord.
4
Thus later saints, eternal King!
Thine ancient truth embrace;
To thee their infant offspring bring,
And humbly claim the grace.