Seek Ye First the Kingdom of God

Verse 1

Now let a true ambition rise, And ardour fire our breasts, To reign in worlds above the skies, In heav'nly glories drest.

Verse 2

Behold Jehovah's royal hand A radiant crown display, Whose gems with vivid lustre shine, While sun and stars decay.

Verse 3

No more I seek for transient good, Nor longer call it mine: I spring to seize superior joys, Immortal and divine.

Verse 4

Ye hearts, with youthful vigour warm, The glorious prize pursue; Nor shall ye want the goods of earth, While heav'n is kept in view.