And thou the kindred own.

443. L. M. Mrs. Steele.

The Christian's Resolve.

1Ah wretched souls, who strive in vain,

Slaves to the world, and slaves to sin!

A nobler toil may I sustain,

A nobler satisfaction win.

2May I resolve, with all my heart,

With all my powers, to serve the Lord;

Nor from his precepts e'er depart,