1 Blest are the souls that hear and know The gospel's joyful sound; Peace shall attend the path they go, And light their steps surround.
2 Their joy shall bear their spirits up Thro' their Redeemer's Name; His righteousness exalts their hope, Nor Satan dares condemn.
3 The Lord, our glory and defence, Strength and salvation gives; Israel, thy king for ever reigns, Thy God for ever lives.