This poem really annoys me. it is not true in its aim, nor it's expected result. One might wish upon a star but that won't bring it any closer. Treading lightly on the earth will still discover nails where they fall as much as stomping. What really counts is solid ground for standing on.
Here is an adaptation, perhaps a little closer to how a follower of Jesus may have written it.
Go boldly amid the noise and haste, and remember what peace there is at the cross of Christ. As far as possible, with absolute surrender to Him, go the extra mile for all persons. Speak His truth quietly and clearly; and listen to others, even the dull and ignorant; for their story will speak of a deep need for Him. Loud and agressive persons need our love too, and even though they are vexatious, the love of Christ compels us. If you compare yourself with others, do not think of yourself more highly than you ought, but in sober judgement, remembering to consider others better than yourself.
Enjoy your achievements in thankfulness, and commit your plans to the Lord. Keep interested in your career that you may do everything to the glory of God, not as working for others, but working for God. However humble your work, remember that in due time, he will lift you up. Each day is a gift, not a possession. Be as wise as a serpent, but gentle as a dove. The world is full of trickery, but we did not come to know Christ this way. Many persons strive for high ideals, but none like Christ who stooped down low for us. Heros are fallible, Christ is a Rock.
Be holy, because He is holy. Do not feign affection, rather love till it hurts. Love is a verb, not a feeling.
In the face of all dryness and disenchantment, His love conquers all.
Listen to older wiser people, surrendering youthful lusts. Feed daily on the Word of God to strengthen you for sudden misfortune. Do not pray to your imagination of God, instead remember your Creator, and Redeemer is near. Many fears are borne of fatigue and loneliness, but he has promised to never leave you or forsake you. Be disciplined, and always remember the Grace of God.
You are a child of God, more than anything else in the universe. Christ came to redeem fallen man, not the trees or stars. You are precious in his sight. Whether or not it is clear to you, the universe is unfolding according to his will.
Therefore be at peace with God by the blood of Christ, and not by your strivings or imaginings. What ever you do in word or deed, do for the Glory of God. The world is still beautiful, despite the brokenness of sin, there are hints all over of His kindness and His mercy. Be careful. Strive to behold His Glory.
