September 24

Preservation in Temptation

Blessed is the man that endureth temptation: for when he is tried, he shall receive the crown of life, which the Lord hath promised to them that love him. — Jas 1:12

When aught shall tempt my soul to stray
From heavenly wisdom’s narrow way,
To shun the precept’s holy light,
Or quit my hold on Jesus’ might,
May He who felt temptation’s power
Still guard me in that dangerous hour.