Mutual Aid

Verse 1

Try us, O God, and search the ground Of every sinful heart; Whate’er of sin in us is found, O bid it all depart!

Verse 2

When to the right or left we stray, Leave us not comfortless; But guide our feet into the way Of everlasting peace.

Verse 3

Help us to help each other, Lord, Each other’s cross to bear; Let each his friendly aid afford, And feel his brother’s care.

Verse 4

Help us to build each other up, Our little stock improve; Increase our faith, confirm our hope, And perfect us in love.

Verse 5

Up unto Thee, our living Head, Let us in all things grow, Till Thou hast made us free indeed, And spotless here below.

Verse 6

Then, when the mighty work is wrought, Receive Thy ready bride: Give us in heaven a happy lot With all the sanctified. Amen.