Poems (Sharpless)/Steadfast in Courage
STEADFAST IN COURAGE
The clouds may come, but the clouds must go, Ever the calm blue stays;—The day dawn never fails, we know, Though long the night delays.
And if life's burdens weary seem, There yet are restful hours,When, lingering by thought's tranquil stream, We gather fadeless flowers.
Then only speak thy cheer, sweet friend! Repress all faithless fears;This world of ours soon would end Were not more smiles than tears.
The tiniest flower that lifts its cup For the restoring dew,Trusts not in vain; oh! then look up Remembering God is true.
Evil and dark the clouds, alas! 'Neath which our souls oft bow;Yet—patience! and the darkest pass For God reigns here and now.