BY THY GRACE I WILL

At first, I said, "It's no use--
I know I'm not the one
To do the job you're asking,
And besides, it can't be done"

Then, after many prayerful tears
And many a doleful sigh,
I said, "I think it's hopeless,
But if you want me to, I'll try."

Then, to His word, he took me
And showed how He has never failed
When His servants claim His promises,
They always have prevailed!

And now, Lord, let this be my prayer
When faced with any task;
"Just give me grace to walk by faith,
And do any job you ask!"

In the midst of all uncertainties,
Let this resolve, my being fill;
"I may not know the how or why,
But by Thy grace, I WILL!

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