Christian Endeavor Hymns ‎#87

87. If, On a Quiet Sea

1 If, on a quiet sea,
Tow'rd heav'n we calmly sail,
With grateful heart, O God, to thee
We'll own the fav'ring gale.

2 But should the surges rise,
And rest delay to come,
Blest be the sorrow, kind the storm,
Which drives me nearer home.

3 Soon shall the doubts and fears
All yield to thy control;
Thy tender mercies shall illume
The midnight of the soul.

Text Information

• First Line: If, on a quiet sea
• Title: If, On a Quiet Sea
• Author: A. M. Toplady
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1894
• Topic: Worship

Tune Information

• Name: TENDERNESS
• Composer: E. Hamilton