I DO not ask, O Lord, that life may be 
 A pleasant road; 
I do not ask that Thou wouldst take from me 
 Aught of its load; 
 
I do not ask that flowers should always spring 
 Beneath my feet; 
I know too well the poison and the sting 
 Of things too sweet. 
 
For one thing only, Lord, dear Lord, I plead, 
 Lead me aright? 
Though strength should falter, and though heart should bleed? 
 Through Peace to Light. 
 
I do not ask, O Lord, that thou shouldst shed 
 Full radiance here; 
Give but a ray of peace, that I may tread 
 Without a fear. 
 
I do not ask my cross to understand, 
 My way to see; 
Better in darkness just to feel Thy hand 
 And follow Thee. 
 
Joy is like restless day; but peace divine 
 Like quiet night: 
Lead me, O Lord,?till perfect Day shall shine, 
 Through Peace to Light.