Worldly Conformity by M. E. S.

Publishing Committee · Rochester, N. Y. · Jun 12, 1855

Worldly Conformity.

By M. E. S.

Let the world pass on in its boasted pride, Its glitter and hollow show; It is treading a way that is false as wide, Where the gates of destruction blow; But those who would walk in the narrow path, Will find it is too confined For the swelling titles and wealth of earth, And the homage of human kind.

Then Christian, away from its witching smile, To the pride of life bid adieu; And let worldlings mock as they may the while, To God and thyself be true; Oh why should you care for the scoffer's sneer, Or heed what the world may say? They're seeking, receiving their happiness here, Nor ask for a brighter day.

But we who are looking beyond this earth For our portion of treasured bliss, Should turn for aye from the senseless mirth Of a world full of sin as this; Let fashion and folly control the gay, Be duty and love our guide, And though former companions deride our way, Let us walk by our Master's side.

And let us remember the feverish dream Of fame and wealth no more; Oh, little we'll prize the world's esteem, When its fitful song is o'er. I know that this life hath a magic spell, And a thousand voices too; But a Saviour's hand is guarding well, Every trusting heart and true.

Then be not conformed to the changeful ways Of this passing, seductive earth; But be ye transformed by renewing grace, And the power of a nobler birth. Oh, sink to the station where Jesus stood, And learn, where the lowly live— Take for an ensample the only "Good," And strive for the life he'll give. M. E. S.