XX. Prayer and Hope of Victory

1 Now may the GOD of pow'r and grace
Attend the people’s humble cry!
JEHOVAH hears when Isr'el prays,
And brings deliv'rance from on high.

2 The name of Jacob's God, defends
Better than shields of brazen walls;
He from his sanctuary sends
Succour and strength when Zion calls.

3 Well he remembers all our sighs;
His love exceeds our best deserts;
His love accepts the sacrifice
Of humble groans, and broken hearts.

4 In his salvation is our hope,
And in the name of Isr'el's GOD
Our troops shall lift their banners up
Our natives spread their flags abroad.

5 Some trust in horses train'd for war,
And some of chariots make their boasts:
Our surest expectations are
From thee, the LORD of heav'nly hosts.

6 [O may the mem'ry of thy name
Inspire our armies for the fight!
Our foes shall fall and die with shame,
Or quit the field with shameful flight.]

7 Now save us Lord from slavish fear,
Now let our hopes be firm and strong,
'Till thy salvation shall appear,
And joy and triumph raise the song.

Text Information
First Line: Now may the GOD of pow'r and grace
Title: Prayer and Hope of Victory
Meter: Long Metre
Language: English
Publication Date: 1780
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Notes: For a Day of Prayer in Time of War
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