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The Psalms of David · Psalm 81

Sing to the Lord aloud, And make a joyful noise; God is our strength, our Savior God; Let Isr'el hear his voice.

"From vile idolatry Preserve my worship clean; I am the Lord, who set thee free From slavery and sin.

"Stretch thy desires abroad, And I'll supply them well: But if ye will refuse your God, If Isr'el will rebel;

"I'll leave them," saith the Lord, "To their own lusts a prey, And let them run the dang'rous road, 'Tis their own chosen way.

"Yet, O! that all my saints Would hearken to my voice! Soon I would ease their sore complaints, And bid their hearts rejoice.

"While I destroy their foes, I'd richly feed my flock; And they should taste the stream that flows From their eternal rock."