GOD OF MERCY
Solfa Notation • Lenten Hymns, Hymns, Prayer
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GOD OF MERCY by Edmund Vaughan — Lyrics
About GOD OF MERCY
"God of Mercy and Compassion" is a deeply moving Lenten hymn that calls us back to the heart of repentance. The verses walk us through a sincere acknowledgment of our failings, recognizing what our sins have cost, while keeping our eyes fixed on the cross of Calvary. It is a song that humbles the soul, making it a perfect fit for penitential services, the Stations of the Cross, or as a reflective hymn during the season of Lent.
When the choir reaches the chorus, the harmony swells into a direct, earnest plea: "Jesus Lord, I ask for mercy, let me not implore in vain." It is a moment where the whole congregation can join in a shared resolution to turn away from sin. Singing this piece requires a gentle, reverent tone, allowing the weight of the words to truly resonate in the church.