Were there no shadows in these lives of ours,
We could not fully prize the sunny hours.
Too much we’re prone to dwell upon the past!
The present is the moment! hold it fast!
There is no future—for all time is now;
Let us improve it;—while in faith we bow
To that which is, knowing it must be best;
Rejoice in what we see, and trust God for the rest.
So shall we each and every one—pastor and people,
Hear the words “Well done.”