Thomas Toke Lynch (1818–1871)

WHERE is thy God, my soul?

Is He within thy heart;

Or ruler of a distant realm

In which thou hast no part?

Where is thy God, my soul?

Only in stars and sun;

Or have the holy words of truth

His light in every one?

Where is thy God, my soul?

Confined to Scripture’s page;

Or does His Spirit check and guide

The spirit of each age?

O Ruler of the sky,

Rule Thou within my heart;

O, great Adorner of the world,

Thy light of life impart.

Giver of holy words,

Bestow Thy holy power;

And aid me, whether work or thought

Engage the varying hour.

In Thee have I my help,

As all my fathers had;

I’ll trust Thee when I’m sorrowful,

And serve Thee when I’m glad.