Text:Father, I know that all my life
Author:Anna L. Waring
Tune:MORWELLHAM
Composer:Charles Steggall, 1826-1905

444. Father, I know that all my life

1 Father, I know that all my life
Is portioned out for me;
The changes that are sure to come,
I do not fear to see:
I ask thee for a present mind,
Intent on pleasing thee.

2 I would not have the restless will
That hurries to and fro,
Seeking for some great thing to do,
Or secret thing to know;
I would be treated as a child,
And guided where I go.

3 I ask thee for the daily strength,
To none that ask denied,
A mind to blend with outward life,
While keeping at thy side,
Content to fill a little space,
If thou be glorified.

4 In service which thy will appoints
There are no bonds for me;
My secret heart is taught the truth
That makes thy children free;
A life of self-renouncing love
Is one of liberty.

Amen.

Text Information
First Line: Father, I know that all my life
Author: Anna L. Waring (1850)
Meter: 8. 6. 8. 6. 8. 6.
Language: English
Publication Date: 1961
Scripture:
Topic: Christian Life: Obedience; Christian Service; Common Duties and Things (6 more...)
Tune Information
Name: MORWELLHAM
Composer: Charles Steggall, 1826-1905
Meter: 8. 6. 8. 6. 8. 6.
Key: E♭ Major



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