C. M.

A blessed gospel.

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.

Their joy shall bear their spirits up

Through their Redeemer's name;

His righteousness exalts their hope,

Nor Satan dares condemn.

The Lord, our glory and defence,

Strength and salvation gives;

Isr'el, thy King for ever reigns,

Thy God for ever lives.