In the Shadow of the Rock

In the sha­dow of the Rock let me rest

When I feel the tem­pest’s shock thrill my breast;

All in vain the storm shall sweep

while I hide

And my tran­quil sta­tion keep by Thy side.

On the parched and de­sert way where I tread

With the scorch­ing noon­tide ray o’er my head;

Let me find a wel­come shade

cool and still

And my wea­ry steps be stayed while I will.

I in peace will rest me there till I see

That the skies again are fair ov­er me;

That the burn­ing heats are past

and the day

Bids the tra­vel­er at last go his way.

Then my pil­grim staff I’ll take

and once more

I’ll my on­ward jour­ney make

as be­fore;

And with joy­ous heart and strong I will raise

Unto Thee

O Rock! a song glad with praise.