O that thy statutes every hour

1O that thy statutes every hour
Might dwell upon my mind!
Thence I derive a quickening power,
And daily peace I find.

2To meditate thy precepts, Lord,
Shall be my sweet employ;
My soul shall ne'er forget thy word;
Thy word is all my joy.

3My lips with courage shall declare
Thy statutes and thy name;
I'll speak thy word, though kings should hear,
Nor yield to sinful shame.