The good that we seek we ne’er shall obtain:

But when such suggestions our graces have tried,

This answers all questions, ‘The Lord will provide.’

No strength of our own, nor goodness we claim:

Our trust is all thrown in Jesus’ name;

In this our strong tower for safety we hide;

The Lord is our power, ‘The Lord will provide.’

When life sinks apace, and death is in view,

The Word of His grace shall comfort us through:

Not fearing or doubting with Christ on our side,