Anonymous British

Prayer

Go when the morning shineth, Go when the moon is bright, Go when the day declineth, Go in the hush of night. Go with pure mind and feeling, Fling earthly thoughts away, And in thy chamber kneeling, Do thou in secret pray. Remember all who love thee, All who are loved by thee; Pray too for those who hate thee, If any such there be. Then for thyself in meekness A blessing humbly claim, And link with each petition Thy great Redeemer's name. Or if 'tis e'er denied thee In solitude to pray, Should holy thoughts come o'er thee, When friends are round thy way; Even then the silent breathing Of thy spirit raised above, Will reach His throne of glory, Who is mercy, truth, and love! Oh, not a joy or blessing With this can we compare, The power that He hath given us To pour our souls in prayer! Whene'er thou pinest in sadness, Before His footstool fall, And remember, in thy gladness, His grace who gives thee all.