For me to Live Is Jesus

For me to live is Jesus,
to die is gain for me;
so, when my Savior pleases,
I meet death willingly.

For Christ, my Lord and brother,
I leave this world so dim
and gladly seek another,
where I shall be with him.

My woes are nearly over,
though long and dark the road;
my sin his merits cover,
and I have peace with God.

In my last hour, Lord, grant me
a slumber soft and still,
no doubts to vex or haunt me,
safe anchored in your will.

Thus, bound to you, my Savior,
death's brief and harmless night
gives way to joy forever
with you in heav'nly light.