Poems on Subjects Chiefly Devotional, Vol. 1 ‎#161

161. The Christian's Noblest Resolution

I. Ah wretched souls, who strive in vain,
Slaves to the world, and slaves to sin!
A nobler toil may I sustain,
A nobler satisfaction win.

II. I would resolve with all my heart,
With all my pow'rs, to serve the Lord,
Nor from his precepts e'er depart,
Whose service is a rich reward.

III. O be his service all my joy,
Around let my example shine,
Till others love the blest employ,
And join in labours so divine.

IV. Be this the purpose of my soul,
My solemn, my determin'd choice,
To yield to his supreme controul,
And in his kind commands rejoice.

V. O may I never faint nor tire,
Nor wand'ring leave his sacred ways;
Great God, accept my soul's desire,
And give me strength to live thy praise.

Text Information

• First Line: Ah wretched souls, who strive in vain
• Title: The Christian's Noblest Resolution
• Publication Date: 1760
• Scripture:
  Joshua 24:15

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