Classic Poem

I

Just when Thou wilt, O Master, call!
Or at the noon, or evening fall,
Or in the dark, or in the light, —
Just when Thou wilt, it must be right.

II

Just when Thou wilt, O Saviour, come,
Take me to dwell in Thy bright home!
Or when the snows have crowned my head,
Or ere it hath one silver thread.

III

Just when Thou wilt, O Bridegroom, say,
" Rise up, my love, and come away!"
Open to me Thy golden gate
Just when Thou wilt, or soon, or late.

IV

Just when Thou wilt — Thy time is best —
Thou shalt appoint my hour of rest,
Marked by the Sun of perfect love,
Shining unchangeably above.

V

Just when Thou wilt! — no choice for me!
Life is a gift to use for Thee;
Death is a hushed and glorious tryst,
With Thee, my King, my Saviour, Christ!