Author: Miss Adelaide A. Procter, 1825-1864 Hymnal: Methodist Hymn and Tune Book #465 (1917) Hymnal Title: Methodist Hymn and Tune Book Lyrics: 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. Topics: Christ Leading; The Christian Life Aspiration and Prayer; Consecration To Christ; Youth; Trials; Prayer For Guidance; Peace In Christ; Leader, Christ our Languages: English Tune Title: SUBMISSION
I do not ask, O Lord, that life may be