The Paternal Love of God. |
103. L. M. Bryant. The Paternal Love of God. 1 Father! to thy kind love we owe All that is fair and good below; Bestower of the health that lies On tearless cheeks and cheerful eyes! 2 Giver of sunshine and of rain! Ripener of fruits on hill and plain! Fountain of light, that, rayed afar, Fills the vast urns of sun and star! 3 Yet deem we not that thus alone, Thy mercy and thy love are shown; For we have learned, with higher praise, And holier names, to speak thy ways. 4 In woe's dark hour, our kindest stay! Sole trust when life shall pass away! Teacher of hopes that light the gloom Of death, and consecrate the tomb!
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