When the day of life is brightest,
Love the fondest, hope most free,
And the steps of time are lightest,
O my Father, lead Thou me.

When the night of life is darkest,
And my soul shall tempted be;
When to sorrow's voice I listen,
O my Father, lead Thou me.

Be life's pathway smooth or stony,
Let my faith still cling to Thee;
Be life's future bright or stormy,
O my Father, lead Thou me.

Father, Father, wilt Thou lead me?
O my Father, lead Thou me;
And the steps of time beat lightest;
O my Father, lead Thou me.