Bring them up in the nurture
and admonition of the Lord.
Ephesians 6:4
"Feed My lambs." The Shepherd calleth,
They are placed within thy care,
While the heart is warm and tender,
Ere the world seeks entrance there.
Happy parents! precious priv'lege!
'Tis a work that shall abide;
And the training in life's morning
Shall remain at eventide.
Gentle manners, good behaviour,
Love's restrictions-have a place;
More important is the moulding
Of thy bairns in realms of grace.
As the arrow leaves the quiver,
Poised in bow and sent abroad,
Point the straight course to thy dear ones,
And the target is the Lord.
Wouldst thou meet in realms of glory
As a family complete?
Even now within thy dwelling
Gather at the Shepherd's feet.
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