Don’t Live in Dreams

Abide not in the realm of dreams,
Do not follow any man’s schemes.
Look constantly toward God’s great goal,
Be confident about the position of your soul.

Think not in sleep to fold your hands,
Forgetful of the Lord’s commands;
From duty’s claim no life is free,
Behold, today there’s need for thee.

Abide not in the realm of dreams,
However fair the dream life seems;
But with clear eyes the present scan,
And hear the call of God, not man.

The present hour allots a task,
For knowledge, strength and patience ask.
And trust God’s love, a sure supply
Meets all these needs we can rely.

Abide not in the realm of dreams,
Head not the voices of man’s schemes,
Have fellowship with a Christian brother,
Talk constantly with the Heavenly Father.

jgw 11/08