1 Hast thou not known, hast thou not heard,
that firm remains on high
the everlasting throne of him
who formed the earth and sky?

2 Art thou afraid his pow'r swhall fail
when comes thy evil day?
And can an all-creating arm
grow weary or decay?

3 Supreme in wisdom as in pow'r,
the Rock of Ages stands,
though him thou canst not see, nor trace
the working of his hands.

4 He gives the conquest to the weak,
supports faiting heart,
and courage in the evil hour
his heavn'ly aids impart.

5 Mere human power shall fast decay,
and youthful vigor cease;
but they who wait upon the Lord
in strength shall still increase.

6 They with unwearied feet shall tread
the path of life divine,
with growing ardor onward move,
with growing brightness shine.