SAFELY through another week, God has brought us on our way; Let us now a blessing seek, On this resurrection day; Day of every day the best, Emblem of eternal rest.
Mercies multiplied each hour, Through the week our praise demand: Guarded by almighty power, Fed and guided by His hand: How ungrateful we have been!— Grieving Thee with frequent sin.
While we pray for pardoning grace, Through our dear Redeemer’s name, Show Thy reconciling face, Shine away our sin and shame; From our worldly care set free, May we spend this day with Thee.
Make our souls in gladness rise, May we feel Thy presence near; May Thy glory meet our eyes, As we in Thy house appear; Here afford us, Lord, a taste, Of our everlasting feast.
May Thy Gospel’s joyful sound Conquer sinners, comfort saints; Make the fruits of grace abound, Bring relief from all complaints; Thus may all our Sabbaths prove, Till we come to Thee above.
John ewton, 1725-1807