While thee I seek, protecting Power

1While thee I seek, protecting Power,
Be my vain wishes stilled;
And may this consecrated hour
With better hopes be filled.

2Thy love the power of thought bestowed,
To thee my thoughts would soar;
Thy mercy o'er my life has flowed;
That mercy I adore.

3In each event of life, how clear
Thy ruling hand I see!
Each blessing to my soul is dear,
Because conferred by thee.