Life’s Promises

Oh, human life, thy promises are sweet, They fall upon the ear In cadence charming, and their tones repeat In accents clear. But dost thou keep thy promises? Can I trust Thy silvery voice, Will it awaken echo-tones that must Bid me rejoice? Ah no! one voice alone my soul hath heard That ne'er deceived, One Heart alone the depths of mine has stirred Yet never grieved. Jesus, I turn to Thee! oh let me hide Within Thy breast, Refuge and shelter, peace and grace provide, And needed...