We thank Thee, Lord, Thy paths of service lead
To blazoned heights and down the slopes of need;
They reach Thy throne, encompass land and sea,
And he who journeys in them walks with Thee.
We�ve sought and
found Thee in the secret place
And marveled at the radiance of Thy face;
But often in some far off Galilee
Beheld Thee fairer yet while serving Thee.
We�ve felt Thy touch in sorrow�s darkened way
Abound with love and solace for the day;
And, �neath the burdens there, Thy sovereignty,
Has held our hearts enthralled while serving Thee.
We�ve seen Thy glory like a mantle spread
O�er hill and dale in saffron flame and red;
But in the eyes of men, redeemed and free,
A splendor greater yet while serving Thee.
Show us the paths in which Thou wouldest lead
To blazoned heights or down the slopes of need;
For both alike encompass land and sea,
And he who journeys in them walks with Thee.