While thee I seek, protecting Power, Be my vain wishes stilled; And may this consecrated hour With better hopes be filled. | Thy love the power of thought bestowed, To thee my thoughts would soar: Thy mercy o'er my life has flowed, That mercy I adore. | In each event of life, how clear Thy ruling hand I see; Each blessing to my soul more dear, Because conferred by thee. | In every joy that crowns my days, In every pain I bear, My heart shall find delight in praise, Or seek relief in prayer. | When gladness wings my favoured hour, Thy love my thoughts shall fill; Resigned, when storms of sorrow lower, My soul shall meet thy will. | My lifted eye, without a tear, The gathering storms shall see; My steadfast heart shall know no fear; That heart will rest on thee. | |