A NEW YEAR'S PRAYER

In the year just passed, I fell so short,
Of what you'd have me do.
I wasted opportunities,
And lost out on blessings too.

But help me, Lord, in days ahead,
To conquer doubt and fear,
And learn to treasure passing days,
'Til I've redeemed the year.

Grant me grace to walk with Thee
In love, each day I live.
May Christ be seen each step I take;
And when I stumble, please forgive.

Lord, ever give me patience,
And if pride should start to call,
Help me to be humble,
Lest I, in sorrow, fall.

Keep me close to thee each day I live,
Saviour, hear my cry!
And if thou shalt call 'ere year is gone,
Then give me grace to die!

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