I’ve seen a proud man
Rise up in great pow’r,
Reaching to the sky
Like a mighty tow’r.

He had a fortune
In silver and gold
And beautiful homes
With treasures untold.

He had the pleasures
The world could afford,
But shunned salvation,
A gift from the Lord.

He lived a vain life,
Not counting the cost;
Though he had it all,
His dear soul was lost.

—Perry Boardman