Did we but see, + 

When life first open’d, how our journey lay + 

Between its earliest and its closing day, + 

Or view ourselves, as we one time shall be, + 

Who strive for the high prize, such sight would break + 

The youthful spirit, though bold for Jesu’s sake. + 

But Thou, dear Lord! + 

Whilst I traced out bright scenes which were to come, + 

Isaac’s pure blessings, and a verdant home, + 

Didst spare me, and withhold Thy fearful word; + 

Willing me year by year, till I am found + 

A pilgrim pale, with Paul’s sad girdle bound. + 