Methodist Hymn and Tune Book ‎#465

465. I do not ask, O Lord, that life may be

1 I do not ask, O Lord, that life may be
A pleasant road;
I do not ask that Thou wouldst take from me
Aught of its load.

2 I do not ask that flowers shall always spring
Beneath my feet;
I know too well the poison and the sting
Of things too sweet.

3 For one thing only, Lord, dear Lord, I plead:
Lead me aright
Though strength should falter, and though heart should bleed
Through peace to light.

4 I do not ask, O Lord, that Thou wouldst shed
Full radiance here;
Give but a ray of peace, that I may tread
Without a fear.

5 I do not ask my cross to understand,
My way to see;
Better in darkness just to feel Thy hand,
And follow Thee.

6 Joy is like restless day; but peace divine
Like quiet night;
Lead me, O Lord till perfect day shall shine
Through peace to light.

Text Information

• First Line: I do not ask, O Lord, that life may be
• Author: Miss Adelaide A. Procter, 1825-1864
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1917
• Topic: Christ: Leading; The Christian Life: Aspiration and Prayer; Consecration: To Christ; Youth; Trials; Prayer: For Guidance; Peace: In Christ; Leader, Christ our

Tune Information

• Name: SUBMISSION
• Composer: Dr. A. L. Peace, 1844-1912
• Meter: 10.4.10.4
• Key: E♭ Major