O Maker of the mighty deep Whereon our vessels fare, Above our life’s adventure keep Thy faithful watch and care. Refrain In Thee we trust, whate’er befall; Thy sea is great, our boats are small. We know not where the secret tides Will help us or delay, Nor where the lurking tempest hides, Nor where the fogs are gray. Refrain When outward bound we boldly sail And leave the friendly shore, Let not our heart of courage fail Until the voyage is o’er. Refrain When homeward bound we gladly turn, O bring us safely there, Where harbor lights of friendship burn And peace is in the air. Refrain Beyond the circle of the sea, When voyaging is past, We seek our final port in Thee; O bring us home at last. Refrain |