207 The old year now hath passed away,

1 The old year now hath passed away, We thank Thee, O our God, to-day, That Thou hast kept us through the year, When danger and distress were near. 2 We pray Thee, O eternal Son, Who with the Father reign'st as one, To guard and rule Thy Christendom Through all the ages yet to come. 3 Take not Thy saving word away, Our souls' true comfort, staff, and stay; Abide with us and keep us free From errors, following only Thee. 4 O help us to forsake all sin, A new and holier course begin; Mark not what once was done amiss, A happier, better year be this: 5 Wherein as Christians we may live, Or die in peace that Thou canst give, To rise again when Thou shalt come, And enter our eternal home, 6 There shall we thank Thee, and adore, With all the angels evermore; Lord Jesus Christ, increase our faith To praise Thy name through life and death.