There is mercy in every place, And mercy, encouraging thought! Gives even affliction a grace And reconciles man to his lot. (William Cowper)

There is mercy in every place, And mercy, encouraging thought! Gives even affliction a grace And reconciles man to his lot.

William Cowper

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