Matthew 26:51: The self-confiding man

The self-confiding man
Who will his Lord defend,
Exerts his zealous efforts vain,
Which in a moment end:
His hasty sword he draws
Against a troop, and flies,
Deserts the persecuted cause
And then his Lord denies.

The humble man of heart
Depends on God alone;
His zeal to take the Saviour's part,
His power is not his own:
With weapons from the word,
With wisdom from above,
He fights the battles of the Lord
In meek and patient love.