Fierce Was the Storm of Wind

Verse 1

Fierce was the storm of wind, The surging waves ran high, Failed the disciples' hearts with fear, Though Thou, their Lord, wast nigh.

Verse 2

But at the stern rebuke Of Thy almighty word, The wind was hushed, the billows ceased, And owned Thee, God the Lord.

Verse 3

So, now, when depths of sin Our souls with terrors fill, Arise, and be our helper, Lord, And speak Thy, "Peace, be still."

Verse 4

When death's dark sea we cross, Be with us in Thy power, Now let the water-floods prevail, In that dread trial-hour.

Verse 5

And, when amid the signs, Which speak Thine Advent near, The roaring of the sea and waves Fills faithless hearts with fear;

Verse 6

May we all undismayed The raging tempest see, Lift up our heads and hail with joy Thy great Epiphany. Amen.