A Collection of Hymns and Prayers, for Public and Private Worship ‎#354

354. Prayer for Christian Principles

1 My God, my strength, my hope,
On thee I cast my care,
With humble confidence look up,
And know thou hear’st my pray'r.
Give me on thee to wait,
Till I can all things do,
On thee, almighty to create.
Almighty to renew.

2 I want a sober mind,
A self-renouncing will,
That tramples down and casts behind
The baits of pleasing ill:
A soul inur'd to pain,
To hardship, grief, and loss--
Bold to take up, firm to sustain,
The consecrated cross.

3 I want a godly fear,
A quick discerning eye,
That looks to thee when sin is near,
And bids the tempter fly;
A spirit still prepar'd,
And arm'd with jealous care,
Forever standing on its guard,
And watching unto pray'r.

4 I want a true regard,
A single, steady aim,
Unmov'd by threat'ning or reward,
To thee and thy great name;
A zealous, just concern
For thine immortal praise;
A pure desire that all may learn
And glorify thy grace.

5 I rest upon thy word;
Thy promise is for me:
My succor and salvation, Lord,
Shall surely come from thee.
But let me still abide,
Nor from my hope remove,
Till thou my patient spirit guide
Into thy perfect love.

Text Information

• First Line: My God, my strength, my hope
• Title: Prayer for Christian Principles
• Meter: S. M.
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1845
• Topic: The Church: Confirmation

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