  God knows us as we are, and as we fain would be; How great, how grand our work, if we the end could see; We feel within the soul the strength to rise above The pressing cares of earth, upborne, upheld by love. God knows us as we are, whatever we may do The strivings of the heart lie open to His view; He sees our present place, the height we may attain, He bids us persevere, nor hope, nor live in vain. God knows us as we are, He listens when we speak And blesses ev’ry plan to help the poor, the weak; Is quick to cheer the faint, the willing feet direct, Goes with us all the way to comfort, to protect. God knows us as we are; His loving kindness gave A conqueror to snatch sweet victory from the grave. In Him alone we stand triumphant, evermore, For He will lead us home, through Christ, the Living Door. |
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