Sweet unto me the voice of supplication
From hearts sincere.
Sweet to my ear the humble adoration
That greets me here.

Be glad of heart; let not thy faith decline,
I still am near and thou are ever mine.
Walk in the light that on thy path now shineth—
Church of my choice—

And whatso'er to me thy heart inclineth,
Heed as my voice.
Talk not of night, nor give to sadness room—
I am thy God; fore'er dismiss thy gloom.

Whoso in love my counsel shall obey,
No fear need know;
My hand shall guide their feet and guard their way
'Gainst every foe.

Yea, I will lead, thou shalt not please in vain;
My covenant with Zion shall remain.
Lift up thine eyes! thy skies are now aglow
With rays divine!

I am thy light! and o'er thy course below
Fore'er will shine.
My Spirit shall thy daily portion be,
And thou art safe if thoul't abide in me.

—Selected.