Dependence

I

  To keep the lamp alive,
  With oil we fill the bowl;
’Tis water makes the willow thrive,
  And grace that feeds the soul.

II

  The Lord’s unsparing hand
  Supplies the living stream;
It is not at our own command,
  But still derived from him.

III

  Beware of Peter’s word,
  Nor confidently say,
“I never will deny thee, Lord,”
  But grant I never may.

IV

  Man’s wisdom is to seek
  His strength in God alone;
And even an angel would be weak
  Who trusted in his own.

V

  Retreat beneath his wings,
  And in his grace confide;
This more exalts the King of kings
  Than all your works beside.

VI

  In Jesus is our store,
  Grace issues from his throne;
Whoever says, “I want no more,”
  Confesses he has none.