John Newton (1725-1807)
Amazing Grace how sweet the sound
That saved a wretch like me
I once was lost but now am found
Was blind, but now I see.
T'was Grace that taught my heart to fear
And Grace, my fears relieved
How precious did that Grace appear
The hour I first believed.
Through many dangers, toils and snares
I have already come
'Tis Grace that brought me safe thus far
And Grace will lead me home.
The Lord has promised good to me
His word my hope secures
He will my shield and portion be
As long as life endures.
Yea, when this flesh and heart shall fail
And mortal life shall cease
I shall possess within the veil
A life of joy and peace.
When we've been here ten thousand years
Bright shining as the sun
We've no less days to sing God's praise
Than when we've first begun.
Amazing Grace, how sweet the sound
That saved a wretch like me
I once was lost but now am found
Was blind, but now I see.
(See why It's All Good?!)
One of my absolute favorites. It just sums it all up. Thanks for the lovely hymn. I sang it the whole time I read it. Loved it.
ReplyDeleteAmazing Grace is wonderfully good. I love the song.
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ReplyDeleteThis has to be one of the all-time best hymns. I have seen some of the extra verses you listed but not all of them.
Yes'um, I do indeedy see why it's all good. :o)
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Hugs,
Diane
We sang that at church on Sunday and I can never get through it without crying. Probably the most wonderful hymn ever written.
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LeAnn :)