1 Father, in Thy mysterious presence kneeling,
Fain would our souls feel all Thy kindling love;
For we are weak, and need some deep revealing
Of Trust and Strength and Calmness from above.

2 Lord, we have wandered forth through doubt and sorrow, And Thou hast made each step an onward one;
And we will ever trust each unknown morrow, --
Thou wilt sustain us till its work is done.

3 In the heart's depths a peace serene and holy
Abides, and when pain seems to have her will,
Or we despair, -- O, may that peace rise slowly,
Stronger than agony, and we be still!

4 Now, Father, now, in Thy dear presence kneeling,
Our spirits yearn to feel Thy kindling love;
Now make us strong, we need Thy deep revealing
Of Trust and Strength and Calmness from above.