The Lord bless thee and keep thee; the Lord make his face to shine upon thee, and be gracious unto thee; the Lord lift up his countenance upon thee, and give thee peace. Numbers 6:24-26. Peace I leave with you, my peace I give unto you, not as the world gives, give I unto you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid, I will not leave you comfortless; I will come to you. John 14:27-28. In the world ye shall have tribulation, but be of good cheer, I have overcome the world. John 16:33.
Being still in the world, we cannot be without trouble; nay, out of Christ, every thing causes trouble. But that we should not be weighed down by it, he says, Abide in me; in me ye have peace. This carrieth us safely through all tribulations. O Lord, grant that I may ever be found in the strong hold of thy wounds, and enjoy peace amidst all the troubles of this world.
Bless’ d be the Father and his love,
To whose celestial source we owe
Rivers of endless joy above.
And rills of comfort here below.
Glory to thee, great Son of God,
From whose dear wounded body, rolls
A precious stream of vital blood,
Pardon and life for dying souls.
We give thee, sacred Spirit, praise,
Who in our hearts of sin and woe
Makes living springs of grace arise.
And into endless glory flow.