A Rest Profound

I have seen a rest profound
a tranquil constant peace
Each time I hear that inner voice
and all my strivings cease
A secret learned through lessons taught
by difficulties real
To lean not on the strength my own
and trust not how I feel

Each time He led me through a trial
experience did gain
To count all joy the hardship
and embrace with faith the pain
And hope became that anchor strong
to hold my reeling soul
And know beyond a shadow’s doubt
my Lord was in control

The treasure gained from buffeting
new freedom from all care
Assured the same good providence
would every time be there
And from sure hope
a grateful calm serenity was found
As He became my confidence
my own mind became sound

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