209: OUR times are in Thy hand

209: OUR times are in Thy hand

by William. F. Lloyd (1791-1853)

1 OUR times are in Thy hand,
Father, we wish them there;
Our life, our soul, our all, we leave
Entirely to Thy care.

2 Our times are in Thy hand,
Whatever they may be,
Pleasing or painful, dark or bright,
As best may seem to Thee.

3 Our times are in Thy hand;
Why should we doubt or fear?
A Father's hand will never cause
His child a needless tear.

4 Our times are in Thy hand;
Jesus once crucified,
Now leads His own with tender care,
Our Shepherd, Guard and Guide.

5 Our times are in Thy hand;
Christ is our Advocate;
No creature power from love divine
Our souls can separate.

6 Our times are in Thy hand,
We'd always trust in Thee,
Till we have left this weary land,
And all Thy glory see.