1.

Why should I be affrighted

At pestilence and war,

The fiercer be the tempest,

The sooner it is o'er

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2.

With Jesus in the vessel,

The billows rise in vain,

They only will convey me

To yon Elysian plains,

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3.

This world is full of dangers,

And foes that press me hard;

But Jesus he has promised

That he will be my guard.

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4.

Here I shall not be tempted

Above what I can bear,

When fightings are exerted,

His kingdom for to share.

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5.

From him I have my orders,

And while I do obey,

I find his Holy Spirit

Illuminates my way.

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6.

The way is so delightful,

I wish to travel on,

Till I arrive at heaven,

To receive a starry crown.

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