1 How vast the benefits divine
which we in Christ possess!
We are redeemed from sin and shame,
and called to holiness.
'Tis not for works that we have done
these all to him we owe;
but he of his electing love
salvation does bestow.
2 To you, O Christ, alone is due
all glory and renown;
no merit of our own we claim,
nor rob you of your crown.
You were our only surety
in God's redemption plan;
in you his grace was given us
before the world began.
3 Within the arms of sovereign love
we ever shall remain;
nor shall the rage of earth or hell
make God's sure counsel vain.
Each one of all the chosen race
shall surely heaven attain;
here they will share abounding grace,
and there with Jesus reign.
