The Song Book of the Salvation Army ‎#589

589. I want that adorning divine

1 I want that adorning divine
Thou only, my God, canst bestow;
I want in those garments to shine
Which mark out thy household below.

Refrain:
O speak, O speak while before thee I pray!
And, O Lord, just what seemeth thee good
Reveal, and my heart shall obey.

2 I want, O I want to attain
More likeness, my Saviour, to thee;
That longed-for resemblance to gain,
Thy comeliness put upon me!

3 I want to be marked for thine own,
Thy seal in my forehead to wear,
Each talent and grace thine alone,
Each act thy approval to bear.

4 I want every moment to feel
Thy Spirit indwelling my heart,
Thy power ever present to heal
And newness of life to impart.

5 I want, and this sums up my prayer,
To glorify thee till I die;
Then yield up my soul to thy care,
And breathe out in faith my last sigh.

Text Information

• First Line: I want that adorning divine
• Author (Verses): Charlotte Elliott (1789-1871)
• Refrain First Line: O speak, O speak while before thee I pray
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1986
• Topic: Means of grace: Prayer

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