Verse 1
The self-confiding man,
Who will his Lord defend,
Exerts his zealous efforts vain,
Which in a moment end:
His hasty sword he draws
Against a troop, and flies,
Deserts the persecuted cause,
And then his Lord denies.
Verse 2
The humble man of heart
Depends on God alone:
His zeal to take the Saviour’s part,
His power is not his own:
With weapons from the word,
With wisdom from above
He fights the battles of the Lord
In meek and patient love.