Amazing Grace
by John Newton
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
'Twas 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 hath 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.
Yes, 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 I've been there ten thousand years
Bright shining as the sun.
I've no less days to sing God's praise
Than when I first begun.
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