A Collection of Hymns and Prayers, for Public and Private Worship ‎#252

252. Evening Twilight

1 I love to steal awhile away
From every cumb'ring care,
And spend the hours of setting day
In humble, grateful prayer.

2 I love in solitude to shed
The penitential tear,
And all His promises to plead
Where none but God can hear.

3 I love to think on mercies past,
And future good implore,
And all my cares and sorrows cast
On him whom I adore.

4 I love by faith to take a view
Of brighter scenes in heav'n;
The prospect doth my strength renew,
While here by tempests driv'n.

5 Thus, when life’s toilsome day is o’er,
May its departing ray
Be calm at this impressive hour,
And lead to endless day.

Text Information

• First Line: I love to steal awhile away
• Title: Evening Twilight
• Meter: C. M.
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1845
• Topic: The Christain: His Duty and Graces; Prayer

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