Classic Poem

Be strong to hope , O Heart!
Though day is bright,
The stars can only shine
In the dark night
Be strong, O Heart of mine,
Look towards the light!

Be strong to bear , O Heart!
Nothing is vain:
Strive not, for life is care,
And God sends pain;
Heaven is above, and there
Rest will remain!

Be strong to love , O Heart!
Love knows not wrong;
Didst thou love — creatures even,
Life were not long;
Didst thou love God in heaven,
Thou wouldst be strong!