We would see Jesus — for the shadows lengthen
Across this little landscape of our life;
We would see Jesus, our weak faith to strengthen
For the last weariness — the final strife.
We would see Jesus — the great Rock foundation,
Whereon our feet were set with sovereign grace;
Not life, nor death, with all their agitation,.
Can thence remove us, if we see His face.
We would see Jesus — other lights are paling,
Which for long years we have rejoiced to see;
The blessings of our pilgrimage are failing:
We would not mourn them, for we go to Thee.
We would see Jesus — this is all we're needing,
Strength, joy, and willingness, come with the sight;
We would see Jesus, dying, risen. pleading,
Then welcome, day, and farewell, mortal night I