In Midst of Earthly Life

In the midst of earthly life Snares of death surround us; Who shall help us in the strife Lest the Foe confound us? Thou only, Lord, Thou only. We mourn that we have greatly erred, That our sins Thy wrath have stirred. Chorus: Holy and righteous God! Holy and mighty God! Holy and all-merciful Savior! Eternal Lord God! Save us lest we perish In the bitter pangs of death. Have mercy, O Lord!

2. In the midst of death's dark vale Powers of hell o'ertake us. Who will help when they assail, Who secure will make us? Thou only, Lord, Thou only. Thy heart is moved with tenderness, Pities us in our distress. Chorus: 3. In the midst of utter woe All our sins oppress us, Where shall we for refuge go, Where for grace to bless us? To Thee, Lord Jesus, only. Thy precious blood was shed to win Full atonement for our sin. Chorus: