SINCE the Father’s arm sustains thee,

Peaceful be;

When a chastening hand restrains thee,

It is He.

Know His love in full completeness

Fills the measure of thy weakness;

If He wounds thy spirit sore,

Trust Him more.

Without measure, uncomplaining.

In His hand

Lay whatever things thou canst not

Understand.

Though the world thy folly spurneth,

From thy faith in pity turneth,

Peace thine inmost soul shall fill,

Lying still.

Like an infant, if thou thinkest

Thou canst stand,

Child-like, proudly pushing back

The proffered hand,

Courage soon is changed to fear,

Strength doth feebleness appear;

In His love if thou abide,

He will guide.

Therefore, whatso’er betideth,

 Night or day,

Know His love for thee provideth

Good alway.

Crown of sorrow gladly take,

Grateful wear it for His sake,

Sweetly bending to His will,

Lying still.

To His own the Savior giveth

Daily strength;

To each troubled soul that striveth,

Peace at length.

Weakest lambs have largest share

Of this tender Shepherd’s care.

Ask Him not, then, When? or How?

Only bow!

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