Life's Promises

Oh human life, thy promises are sweet,

They fall upon the ear

In cadence charming and their tones repeat

In accents clear.

But dost thou keep thy promise? Can I trust

Thy silvery voice,

Will it awaken echo-tones that must

Bid me rejoice?

Ah no! one voice alone my soul hath heard

That ne'er deceived,

One Heart alone the depths of mine has stirred,

Yet never grieved.

Jesus I turn to thee! Oh let me hid

Within thy breast,

Refuge and shelter, peace and grace provide,

And needed rest.

For in the mazes of a troublous hour

I make my way;

Oh come to me, Thou hast the will, the power,

Be mine alway!

~ From Golden Hours, Heart-Hymns of the Christian Life