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Verse 1

I would not live alway; I ask not to stay
Where storm after storm rises dark o’er the way;
The few cloudy mornings that dawn on us here
Are enough for life’s woes, full enough for its cheer.

Verse 2

I would not live alway; no, welcome the tomb!
Since Jesus has lain there, I dread not its gloom;
There sweet be my rest till he bid me arise,
To hail him in triumph descending the skies.

Verse 3

Who, who would live alway, away from his God,
Away from yon heaven, that blissful abode,
Where the rivers of pleasure flow o’er the bright plains,
And the noontide of glory eternally reigns;

Verse 4

Where the saints of all ages in harmony meet,
Their Savior and brethren transported to greet;
While the anthems of rapture unceasingly roll,
And the smile of the Lord is the feast of the soul?

Verse 1

“Thy will be done!” In devious way
The hurrying stream of life may run;
Yet still our grateful hearts shall say,
“Thy will be done.”

Verse 2

“Thy will be done!” If o’er us shine
A gladdening and a prosperous sun,
This prayer will make it more divine—
“Thy will be done!”

Verse 3

“Thy will be done!” Tho’ shrouded o’er
Our path with gloom, one comfort, one
Is ours:—to breathe, while we adore,
“Thy will be done.”