1. forgiveness

  • Forgiveness of Sins a Joy unknown to Angels

    Trembling before thine awful throne,
    O Lord! in dust my sins I own:
    Justice and Mercy for my life
    Contend!—Oh, smile, and heal the strife!

    The Saviour smiles! Upon my soul
    New tides of hope tumultuous roll:
    His voice proclaims my pardon found,
    Seraphic transport wings the sound!

    Earth has a joy unknown in heaven,—
    The...

    Augustus Lucas Hillhouse

  • Forgiveness Lane

    Forgiveness lane is old as youth,
    You cannot miss your way;
    ’T is hedged with flowering thorn forsooth
    Where white doves fearless stray.

    You must walk gently with your Love,
    Frail blossoms dread your feet—
    And bloomy branches close above
    Make heaven near and sweet.

    Some lovers fear the stile of pride
    And turn away in...

    Martha Gilbert Dickinson