
Hymn 1
HOW DEEP THE FATHER’S LOVE FOR US
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How deep the Father’s love for us
How vast beyond all measure
That He should give His only Son
To make a wretch His treasure
How great the pain of searing loss
The Father turns His face away
As wounds which mar the Chosen One
Bring many sons to glory -
Behold the man upon a cross
My sin upon His shoulders
Ashamed, I hear my mocking voice
Call out among the scoffers
It was my sin that held Him there
Until it was accomplished
His dying breath has brought me life
I know that it is finished -
I will not boast in anything
No gifts, no power, no wisdom
But I will boast in Jesus Christ
His death and resurrection
Why should I gain from His reward?
I cannot give an answer
But this I know with all my heart
His wounds have paid my ransom
Hymn 2
O GOD OUR HELP IN AGES PAST
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O God, our help in ages past,
Our hope for years to come,
Our shelter from the stormy blast,
And our eternal home. -
Under the shadow of Thy throne
Thy saints have dwelt secure;
Sufficient is Thine arm alone,
And our defence is sure. -
Before the hills in order stood,
Or earth received her frame,
From everlasting Thou art God,
To endless years the same. -
O God, our help in ages past,
Our hope for years to come,
Be Thou our guard while life shall last,
And our eternal home.