CONFIDENCE.

Oppressed with sin and woe,

A burdened heart I bear,

Opposed by many a mighty foe;

But I will not despair.

With this polluted heart,

I dare to come to Thee,

Holy and mighty as Thou art,

For Thou wilt pardon me.

I feel that I am weak,

And prone to every sin;

But Thou who giv'st to those who seek,

Wilt give me strength within.

Far as this earth may be

From yonder starry skies;

Remoter still am I from Thee:

Yet Thou wilt not despise.

I need not fear my foes,

I deed not yield to care;

I need not sink beneath my woes,

For Thou wilt answer prayer.

In my Redeemer's name,

I give myself to Thee;

And, all unworthy as I am,

My God will cherish me.