Oh LORD,
A long life does not profit me except the days are spent
In Your presence,
In Your service,
For Your glory.
Give me a grace that precedes, follows, guides, sustains, sanctifies, and aids every hour, that I may not be one moment apart from You.
May I rely on Your Spirit to
Supply every thought,
Speak every word,
Direct every step,
Prosper every work,
Build up every ounce of faith.
Give me a desire to
Show forth Your praise,
Testify of Your love and
Advance Your kingdom.
I launch my ship on the unknown waters of this year, with
You, O Father, as my harbor,
You, O Son, at my helm,
You, O Holy Spirit, filling my sails.
Guide me to heaven with
My lamp burning,
My ear open to Your calls,
My heart full of love,
My soul free.
Give me
Your grace to sanctify me,
Your comforts to cheer,
Your wisdom to teach,
Your right hand to guide,
Your counsel to instruct,
Your law to judge,
Your presence to stabilize.
May Your fear be my awe,
Your triumphs my joy.
The original version of this prayer, along with many others, can be found in The Valley of Vision by Arthur Bennet.
