1 When, O dear Jesus, when shall I
Behold thee all serene?
Blest in perpetual Sabbath-day,
Without a veil between.

2 Assist me while I wander here,
Amidst a world of cares;
Incline my heart to pray with love,
And then accept my prayers.

3 Release my soul from every chain,
No more hell's captive led;
And pardon a repenting child,
For whom the Saviour bled.

4 Spare me, my God, O spare the soul
That gives it self to thee;
Take all that I possess below,
And give thyself to me.

5 Thy spirit, O my Father, give,
To be my guide and friend,
To light my way to ceaseless joys,
To Sabbaths without end.