WHEN dangers press and fears invade,

Charles Spurgeon (1834-1892)

5 Verses Trusting God In Trials Divine Providence Assurance Of Salvation

Verse 1

WHEN dangers press and fears invade, Oh let us not rely On man, who, in the balance weigh'd, Is light as vanity!

Verse 2

Riches have wings and fly away; Health's blooming cheek grows pale; Vigour and strength must soon decay, And worldly wisdom fail.

Verse 3

But God, our God, is still the same, As at that solemn hour When thunders spake His awful name, His majesty and power.

Verse 4

And still sweet mercy's voice is heard, Proclaiming from above That good and gracious is the Lord. And all His works are love.

Verse 5

Then trust in God, and God alone, For man, and all his works, are known To be but vanity.