As far as east is from the west!
Oh, Father, can it be
These words of David long ago
Are meant for one like me?
As far as east is from the west!
The promise is to all
Who, contrite, seek the Father's face,
Upon His mercy call.
As far as east is from the west,
So far is sin removed
From him who knows God's image, pure,
By Love divine approved.
As far as east is from the west!
Transgression is no part
Of man in God's own likeness, true,
Blameless and pure in heart.
As far as east is from the west!
Man, sinless, perfect, free,
So knows himself as God's own child,
Blest through eternity.
