Tune: Lasst Uns Erfreuen
('All creatures of our God and King')
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Psalm 27 v.1
The LORD my light, my salvation
Whom shall I fear midst the nation?
Alleluia, Alleluia!
The LORD the strength of my life be
He will uphold me constantly
Whom shall I fear here, see?
Alleluia, Alleluia, Alleluia!
Psalm 27 v.8-9
When you said, O LORD, Seek my face
My heart said, Your face LORD I trace
Alleluia, Alleluia!
I will it seek, hide not from me
Forgive me, and not angry be
So shall I praise you free
Alleluia, Alleluia, Alleluia!
Psalm 27 v.14
Wait on the LORD, good courage take
He will help you and not forsake
Alleluia, Alleluia!
Take good courage, for your heart He
Will strengthen, he you presently
Shall aid you faithfully
Alleluia, Alleluia, Alleluia!
Psalm 28 v.7
The LORD my strength and shield He be
My heart trusted determinedly
Alleluia, Alleluia!
An I am helped and so rejoice
Will praise Him with my song and voice
'Tis good, for you His choice
Alleluia, Alleluia, Alleluia!
Psalm 30 v.5
His anger endures a moment
Then He is gracious, does relent
Alleluia, Alleluia!
In His favour there be life true
Weeping is changed to joy anew
From night to dark, e'en you
Alleluia, Alleluia, Alleluia!
Psalm 30 v.11
My mourning you have turned to dance
'Tis of your doing, not mere chance
Alleluia, Alleluia!
You have my sackcloth* put off sure
Guided me with gladness, your store
Of good remains e'ermore
Alleluia, Alleluia, Alleluia!
Psalm 30 v.12
So my tongue sings praise unto you
And with songs, melodies anew
Alleluia, Alleluia!
I will sing, not be silent hence
you see my heart and penitence
Close your presence I sense
Alleluia, Alleluia, Alleluia!
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* sackcloth - worn in mourning.
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Author:
orchidee (
Offline) - Published: August 5th, 2019 01:30
- Comment from author about the poem: A hymn-poem in 8.8.A. 8.8.6.A. metre. The 'A's are for Alleluia time again! Me guinea pigs join in to praise with squeaks! We can't leave out little friends.
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Comments5
Good one Orchi, there is a lot to be said in the Psalms.
Thanks Gold. We know that not every verse of the Psalms is praise-y. Even here the Psalmist says he had 'sackcloth' in mourning, then comes through it, with his trust and his rest in his relationship with God. One lively chorus has the words (from part of Psalm 30) 'There may be pain in the night, (literal or spiritual 'night') but joy comes in the morning!' We know it may not just mean one night though.
squeaks and alleluia's have a nice ring to them....
I do like that hymn up there...
Thanks N.
pleasure sir...
I'm using up everything - 7's, 8's, 10's in them metres; and Alleluias.....
some time ya just need a good clear out .. I imagine you will feel so much better when its done...
Or is it me just waffling on.....?
This red rests in faithful relationships and thank you for posting it dear friend.
Thanks Fay.
Thanks UNCLE STEVE ~ Great uplifting Song & mesmerising Video ! love you selctions from the Psalms ! When I was doing research at UNI every week day (lunch break) I went into the Chapel and read a Psalm systematically and wrote a few notes ! As you know every verse is a *Treasure House of Truth !*
Blessings & Joy to You & Preaching Pup !
Yours BRIAN & ANGELA 💙🧡💙🧡💙
Thanks B&A. Yes, the Psalms seemed to be grouped in themes to some extent. Fido barks in praise, as well as in censoring!
Actions are far more important than singing His praise, morning, noon and night, for even the devil knows how to appease.
But, please do sing
Meowwwooooo! There's me singing! heehee.
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