The Poetical Works of George MacDonald

Home - George MacDonald - The Poetical Works of George MacDonald

II.

In words of truth Christ all excels,

Leaves all his holy ones behind;

And he in whom his spirit dwells

Their hidden manna sure shall find.

Gather wouldst thou the perfect grains,

And Jesus fully understand?

Thou must obey him with huge pains,

And to God's will be as Christ's hand.