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.