Author: Thomas Hastings (1784-1872) Meter: 7.7.7.7 Appears in 61 hymnals Topics: Book One: Hymns, Songs, Chorales First Line: God of mercy, hear our prayer Lyrics: 1 God of mercy, hear our prayer,
For the children Thou hast giv'n;
May they all Thy blessings share,
Grace on earth and bliss in heav'n.
2 In the morning of their days,
May their hearts be drawn to Thee;
May they learn to lisp Thy praise
In their earliest infancy.
3 Cleanse their souls from ev'ry stain,
Through the Saviour's precious blood;
May they all be born again,
And be reconciled to God.
4 For this mercy, Lord, we cry;
Lend Thine ever-gracious ear;
While on Thee our souls rely,
Hear our prayer, in mercy hear!
Amen. Scripture: Job 1:5 Used With Tune: INNOCENTS
God of Mercy Hear Our Prayer