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RESIGNATION
OR
Christian Philosophy.
Tho he slay me yet will I trust in him.
Almighty power! whose potent arm
sustains this vast abode;
Whose love directs whose care protects,
Us pilgrims on life's road.
Since pray’rs with imperfection mix'd,
Can reach Perfection's ear;
Since sinful man contritely can,
Unto his God draw near.
Permit me, Lord! a child of earth,
Thy goodness to implore,
T'approach thy throne, my wants make
Known.
And while I pray-ADORE.
Thou know'st the dubious path I tread.
The conduct I pursue:
Nay more, my heart (that secret part,)
Is open to thy view.
