When the day of life is brightest,
Love the fondest, hope most free,
And the steps of time beat lightest,
O my Father, lead thou me.

Refrain:

O my Father, lead thou me;
O my Father, lead thou me.

When the night of life is darkest,
And my soul shall tempted be;
When to sorrow's voice I listen,
O my Father, lead thou me.

Be life's pathway smooth or stony,
Let my faith still cling to thee;
Be life's future bright or stormy,
O my Father, lead thou me.