Vainly Through the Night

Harriet Auber • English

Primary Scripture: Nehemiah 4:6

Verse 1

Vainly through the night the ranger keeps his watch, lest foes alarm; Still the city lies in danger, but for God's protecting arm. Vain were all our toil and labor, did not God that labor bless; Vain, without His grace and favor, ev'ry talent we possess.

Verse 2

Vainer still the hope of heaven that on human strength relies; but to him shall help be given, who in humble faith applies. Seek we then the LORD's Anointed; He shall grant us peace and rest: Ne'er was suppliant disappointed, who through Christ his prayer address'd.

Scripture References

Reference 1

nehemiah 4:6

Reference 2

psalms 127

Reference 3

song-of-solomon 4:16

Reference 4

zechariah 4:6