1 How shall I praise th' eternal God, That infinite unknown? Who can ascend his high abode, Or venture near his throne?
2 [The great Invisible! he dwells Conceal'd in dazzling light; But his all-searching eye reveals The secrets of the night.
3 Those watchful eyes that never sleep Survey the world around; His wisdom is a boundless deep Where all our thoughts are drown'd.]
4 [Speak we of strength? His arm is strong To save or to destroy: Infinite years his life prolong, And endless is his joy.]
5 [He knows no shadow of a change, Nor alters his decrees; Firm as a rock his truth remains To guard his promises.]
6 [Sinners before his presence die; How holy is his Name! His anger and his jealousy Burn like devouring flame.]
7 Justice upon a dreadful throne Maintains the rights of God; While Mercy sends her pardons down, Bought with a Saviour's blood.
8 Now to my soul, immortal King, Speak some forgiving word; Then 't will be double joy to sing The glories of my Lord.