1285--The faith which once for all was giv'n

The faith which once for all was giv'n

1285

	1.	The faith which once for all was giv'n
		Unto the saints of old,
		Has been committed unto us
		To guard, defend, and hold.
		And we know whom we have believ奷
		And are persuaded that He is able
		To guard, through the Holy Spirit,
		Our deposit to that day.
	2.	This good deposit is the mark
		Of God's economy,
		Without it we will miss the aim
		Of His recovery.
	3.	The myst'ry of the common faith,
		A conscience pure requires;
		A holy, separated life
		For us the Lord desires.
	4.	This outline of the healthy words,
		In faith and love we'll hold;
		All different teaching, fruitless talk,
		Reject with spirit bold.
	5.	Oh, healthful teaching, wholesome words:
		The truth of godliness!
		Oh, good deposit, common faith,
		And life of holiness!
	6.	Lord, make us now those faithful men
		Who pass on what we've heard;
		Make us examples of the saints
		In spirit, faith, and word.