While Thee I seek, protecting Power! Be my vain wishes stilled; And may this consecrated hour With better hopes be filled. | Thy love the powers 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 favored 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 storm shall see; My steadfast heart shall know no fear; That heart shall rest on Thee! | |