While thee I seek, protecting Power
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While thee I seek, protecting Power,Be my vain wishes stilled;And may this consecrated hourWith better hopes be filled.
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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.
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In each event of life, how clearThy ruling hand I see;Each blessing to my soul is dear,Because conferred by thee.
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In every joy that crowns my days,In every pain I bear,My heart shall find delight in praise,Or seek relief in prayer.
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When gladness wings my favored hour,Thy love my thoughts shall fill;Resigned, when storms of sorrow lower,My soul shall meet thy will.
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My lifted eye without a tear,The gathering storm shall see;My steadfast heart shall know no fear;Because it rests on thee.