On this planet where crying abounds br I can? t wish you joy and no sorrow, br But I can wish you hope as you pass through those times br That you wake to a brighter tomorrow. br br On this planet where tides always flow br I can? t wish them never against you, br But I can wish you strength as you pass through each storm br And God? s tender mercy to help you. br br I wish for you love and delight and great kindness, br And enough wealth to ease others? needs, br I wish you some songs - and also some silence br - God? s spirit to guide where He leads. br br So, stand on the promises of God your Saviour, br Fall on His mercy and grace, br Sing with joy, with laughter and merriment, br Live as those who know this world is not their resting place.