Mark 1:7: A True forerunner of his Lord

A True forerunner of his Lord
Will point to Him that comes behind,
Worthy to be of all adored
The God, the Saviour of mankind!
The servant strives with jealous care
Himself out of our minds to' efface,
His image from our hearts to tear
And print his Maker's in the place.

A preacher of repentance true
Impatient of esteem and praise.
Withdraws himself from human view,
And sends us to the God of grace;
Skilful to turn our heart and eyes
On Him that doth our hearts require.
Doth with the Holy Ghost baptize,
And purge our earth with heavenly fire.