Verse 1
The men who seek their portion here,
To their own worldly interest true,
Consistent with themselves appear,
With steady aim their end pursue,
Contrivance, care, and foresight show
T’ insure the good they prize below.
Verse 2
Not half so wise the sons of light
The one thing needful to secure!
Toiling henceforth both day and night
To make our heavenly treasure sure,
O might we every means improve,
And Jesus every moment love!
Verse 3
Saviour, our want of even zeal,
Our past improvidence forgive,
That proving all thy perfect will
To Thee we may intirely live,
Accomplishing thy whole design,
Receiv’d into that house Divine.