Sweet are the seasons when we wait
Verse 1
Sweet are the seasons when we wait To hear what God our Lord will say, For they who watch at Wisdom's gate Are never empty sent away.
Verse 2
Behold us, Lord, a few of Thine Who hither come to seek Thy face; In mercy on Thy people shine And let Thy presence fill the place.
Verse 3
How sweet, how blessed is the thought That Thou dost hear Thy people's cries! And whether Thou dost give, or not, ' Tis love that grants, and love denies.
Verse 4
O teach us, Lord, to wait Thy will, To be content with all Thou dost; For us, Thy grace sufficient still, With most supplied when needing most.
