The best of counsels we can give

Verse 1

The best of counsels we can give, As teachers of the word; That is to shew how christians live, As pleasing to the Lord.

Verse 2

We may enjoy the peace of mind, As Christians truly ought: When we endure and are resign'd To bear our fate and lot.

Verse 3

Our gifts and graces we improve, As God is pleas'd to give; His grace to grow, in faith and love, And holiness to live.

Verse 4

When we obey that blessed call, Which we have from above; Then Christ becomes our all in all, And we shall walk in love.

Verse 5

Where all these virtues do abound, There is a heav'n begun; There are the greatest treasures found, That are beneath the Sun.