For the great day of his wrath is come; and who shall be able to stand.—Revelation, vi. 17.

O throw away Thy rod,

O throw away Thy wrath!

My gracious Saviour and my God,

O take the gentle path!

Thou seest my heart’s desire

Still unto Thee is bent;

Still does my longing soul aspire

To an entire consent.

Not even a word or look