1 The Lord declares his will, And keeps the world in awe; Amidst the smoke on Sinai's hill Breaks out his fiery law.
2 The Lord reveals his face, And smiling from above, Sends down the gospel of his grace, Th' epistles of his love.
3 These sacred words impart Our Maker's just commands; The pity of his melting heart, And vengeance of his hands.
4 [Hence we awake our fear, We draw our comfort hence; The arms of grace are treasur'd here, And armour of defence.
5 We learn Christ crucify'd, And here behold his blood: All arts and knowledges beside Will do us little good.]
6 We read the heavenly word, We take the offer'd grace, Obey the statutes of the Lord, And trust his promises.
7 In vain shall Satan rage Against a book divine; Where wrath and lightning guard the page, Where beams of mercy shine.