[The Footprints of Christ.]

Let us run with patience the race that is set before us, looking unto Jesus, the Author and Finisher of our faith.

Hebrews xii. 1.

O fear not, Christians, that rough path to tread,

Whereon blest Footprints of your Saviour lead,

His bliss to gain,

Who went not up to joy but through sharp pain:

Gaze on that countless host with steadfast eyes,

His followers, your fore-runners to the skies,

And scan their life,

Examples each with holy lessons rife.