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I Boast No More
This is the oldest text on the record–and Isaac Watts is one of my favorite hymn writers. I wrote the music with RUF group singing in mind, with the two parts on the chorus. For this version, we wanted it to have a soulful-country feel, so we asked Buddy Miller to sing on it, which was a perfect fit.
Lyrics
1. No more, my God, I boast no more
Of all the duties I have done;
I quit the hopes I held before,
To trust the merits of Thy Son
Chorus: No more my God,
No more my God,
No more my God,
I boast no more.
2. Now, for the loss I bear His name,
What was my gain I count my loss;
My former pride I call my shame,
And nail my glory to His cross.
(Repeat chorus)
Bridge: Yes, and I must and will esteem
All things but loss for Jesus’ sake;
O may my soul be found in Him,
And of His righteousness partake!
3. The best obedience of my hands
Dares not appear before Thy throne;
But faith can answer Thy demands,
By pleading what my Lord has done.
(Repeat chorus twice)
words by ISAAC WATTS, music by SANDRA MCCRACKEN. ©2001 Same Old Dress Music (ASCAP).
