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By Faith, Not By Sight

Representative Text

1 I may not see the path I tread,
Nor would I, if I might;
I’d rather live a life of faith,
Than trust my own dim sight.

Refrain:
My Father’s hand will lead aright;
I’ll follow Him by faith, not sight;
I’ll follow Him, I’ll follow Him by faith, and not by sight.

2 I know not what the future holds;
It may be grief and care:
It may be peace and happiness
And joy of answered pray’r. [Refrain]

3 I know not what the morrow hides
Behind its misty veil,
But God has promised strength; and when
Did e’er His promise fail. [Refrain]

4 So I will trust Him, tho’ my path
With pain and care is rife;
For at its end He’ll give to me
The prize of endless life. [Refrain]

Source: Hymns of the Kingdom: for use in religious meetings #105

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Author: Maggie E. Gregory

Late 19th and early 20th centuries; wrote gospel hymns.  Go to person page >

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Text Information

First Line: I may not see the path I tread
Title: By Faith, Not By Sight
Author: Maggie E. Gregory
Language: English
Refrain First Line: My Father's hand will lead aright
Copyright: Public Domain
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Consecrated Hymns #108

Consecrated Hymns #108
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Hymns of the Kingdom #105

Hymns of the Kingdom #105

Offering of Praise #d70

Offering of Praise #d70
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The Voice of Praise No. 3 #175

The Voice of Praise No. 3 #175
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World-Wide Hosannas #63

World-Wide Hosannas #63
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