In Hope, Hoping Against Hope

Verse 1

Why sinks my weak, desponding mind? Why heaves my heart the anxious sigh? Can sovereign Goodness be unkind? Am I not safe when God is nigh?

Verse 2

'Tis He supports this fainting frame, On Him alone my hopes recline; The wondrous glories of His name, How wide they spread! how bright they shine:

Verse 3

Infinite wisdom! boundless power! Unchanging faithfulness and love! Here let me trust, while I adore,— And from my refuge ne'er remove.

Verse 4

My God, if Thou art mine indeed, Then I have all my heart can crave; A present help in times of need; Still kind to hear, and strong to save.

Verse 5

Forgive my doubts, oh gracious Lord! And ease the sorrows of my breast; Speak to my heart the healing word, That Thou art mine—and I am blest.