Tune: Old Yeavering
(\'Like a mighty river flowing\')
Psalm 73 v.16-28 parts
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I considered way of wicked
Was too painful for me, I did
Wonder how they prospered daily
And did seem no troubles see
But then I to sanctuary
Of God, His Temple it sure be
I went, and understood the end
Of their state, for God will rend
Rend then out of their place, destroy
Consider their evil plan, ply
I was grieved that I had thought such
That they long should profit much
Nevertheless I am with you
Always, Lord, you hold my hand true
You with your counsel will guide me
And your glory I shall see
Whom have I in heaven but you?
You come to me, strengthen, renew
None on earth but you I desire
Draw near me Lord, be not far
My flesh ans my heart they do fail
But God\'s strength to me does prevail
He the strength of my heart ever
My portion that fails never
It is good for me to draw near
To God, I shall trust in Him here
he the Lord God, I may declare
All His works, His goodness share