I know not why God's wondrous grace
To me He hath made known
Nor why unworthy Christ in love
Redeemed me for His own
But I know whom I have believed
And am persuaded that He is able
To keep that which I've committed
Unto Him against that day
I know not how this saving faith
To me He did impart
Nor how believing in His word
Wrought peace within my heart
I know not how the Spirit moves
Convincing men of sin
Revealing Jesus through the Word
Creating faith in Him
I know not what of good or ill
May be reserved for me
Of weary ways or golden days
Before His face I see
I know not when my Lord may come
At night or noonday fair
Nor if I'll walk the vale with Him
Or meet Him in the air
James McGranahan
Daniel Webster Whittle
