Father Of Mercies

Father of Mercies I cannot hide my heart from you!

You loved me even though you knew

What I would do and who I would be

By your mercy you gave a new life to me!

Father of Mercies Hold my broken life in your hand

And even though I may never understand

all of your plan and all you have done

You're a solid rock so tender to this undeserving son!

How can a tender touch be so strong?

I lay down my burdens- you give me a song!

Your're so slow to anger- I'm so slow to see

Forgiveness and mercy are waiting for me!

Father of Mercies- you break my chains so tenderly

Your grace is all that could set me free

have mercy on me and calm my fears

Carefully wipe away all of my tears

Father of mercies I was found guilty but you pled my case

Reconciled me to you because of your grace

Now I seek your face and mercy I see

So may your mercy be reflected in me!

How can a tender touch be so strong?

I lay down my burdens- you give me a song!

Your're so slow to anger- I'm so slow to see

Forgiveness and mercy are waiting for me!

10-1-90

Anthony Foster