Father of mercies in Thy word

What endless glory shines!

For ever be Thy name adored

For these celestial lines.

Here the springs of consolation rise

To cheer the fainting mind;

And thirsty souls receive supplies

And sweet refreshment find.

Here the Redeemer's welcome voice

Spreads heavenly peace around;

And life and everlasting joys

Attend the blissful sound.

Oh may these heav’nly pages be

My ever dear delight;

And still new beauties may I see,

And still increasing light.

Divine Instructor, gracious God,

Be Thou for ever near;

Teach me to love Thy sacred word,

And view my Saviour there.