Thou wayfaring Jesus - a pilgrim and stranger, Exiled from heaven by love at Thy birth: Exiled again from Thy rest in the manger, A fugitive child 'mid the perils of earth - Cheer with Thy fellowship all who are weary, Wandering far from the land that they love: Guide every heart that is homeless and dreary, Safe to its home in Thy presence above.
Henry Van DykeIn the progress of personality, first comes a declaration of independence, then a recognition of interdependence.
Henry Van DykeUse what talents you possess; the woods would be very silent if no birds sang there except those that sang best.
Henry Van DykeNatural beauty and wonder are priceless heirlooms which God has bestowed upon our nation. How shall we escape the contempt of the coming generation if we suffer this irreplaceable heritage to be wasted?
Henry Van DykeIt is with rivers as it is with people: the greatest are not always the most agreeable nor the best to live with.
Henry Van Dyke