Thou sovereign Lord of earth and skies,

Supremely good, supremely wise;

Fix thou the place of our abode;

But may we still live near to God.

2 Where’er our dwelling shall be found,

We will thy throne of grace surround;

An altar to thy name will raise,

With sacrifice of prayer and praise.

3 With faith and with devotion, Lord!

Teach us each day to hear thy word:

Grant us thy light to learn thy will,

And strength our duties to fulfill.

4 Our circles with thy presence bless;

Keep out each root of bitterness;

And may, to each, the last remove

Be to the mansions of thy love.