October 23, 1958

Study to show thyself approved,

Hide God's Word within;

That you might be well fortified,

To overcome all sin.

The devil is so very wise,

He seeks your soul to sieve;

Sieve out the good, leave only chaff,

By which he'd have you live.

Study to show thyself approved,

Lay hands upon the Sword;

And strike the enemy with force,

Say: "Thus saith the Lord."

Thus is the way our Savior did,

Upon the battlefield;

And thus He gained the victory,

To sin He did not yield.

Study to show thyself approved,

Be strong, quit you like men;

Yea, memorize His promises,

And hide them deep within.

And when the shadows lengthen long,

Your earthly course is run;

A thrill shall be awaiting you,

When God shall say: "Well done."

~ J. J. Davis ~