My spirit on thy care,
by Henry Francis Lyte (1793–1847)
Representative text
As printed in The Church Hymnal (1941), no. 252 — the newest hymnal carrying it.
Verse 1
My spirit on thy care, Blest Saviour, I recline; Thou wilt not leave me to despair, For Thou art love divine.
Verse 2
In thee I place my trust, On thee I calmly rest; I know thee good, I know thee just, And count thy choice the best.
Verse 3
Whate'er events betide, Thy will they all perform; Safe in Thy breast my head I hide, Nor fear the coming storm.
Verse 4
Let good or ill befall, It must be good for me, Secure of having Thee in all, Of having all in Thee.