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262 3 The law a fiery language speaks, His danger he perceives ; Like Satan, who his ruin seeks, He trembles and believes.

4 But when the sky serene appears, And thunders roll no more, He soon forgets his vows and fears. Just as he did before.

5 But whither shall the sinner flee When nature s mighty frame, The pond rous earth and air and sea, Shall all dissolve in flame ?

6 Amazing day! It comes apace! The Judge is hasting down ! Will sinners bear to see his face, Or stand before his frown ?

7 Lord, let thy mercy find a way To touch each stubborn heart, That they may never hear thee say, &quot; Ye cursed ones, depart!&quot;

8 Believers, you may well rejoice ! The thunder s loudest strains Should be to you a welcome voice, That tells you, &quot; Jesus reigns !&quot;

1 A GLANCE from heav n with sweet effect, Sometimes my pensive spirit cheers ; But, ere I can my thoughts collect, As suddenly it disappears.

2 So lightning in the gloom of night Affords a momentary day ; Disclosing objects full in sight, Which, soon as seen, are snatch d away,

3 Ah ! what avail these pleasing scenes ! They do but aggravate my pain ;