HIS BRIDE

One in mind and spirit,
In unity and peace;
His churches shall drive onward;
Their efforts never cease.

Some men may falter, yea, even fall,
And others, turn aside
To taste of worldly pleasures;
But never shall His bride!

Firmly, with her eyes on Him,
Though members come and go;
She runs her race with patience,
O’er mountains high and valleys low.

Through trials and temptations;
Through plenty and through peace;
Her one desire, to do His will;
Her praises never cease

When He returns, He’ll find her, still
As when He left her here;
One in mind and spirit;
One in joy and tears.

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