Posted in Poetry

Hear My Prayer

In your presence, I'm made whole
It's your goodness that makes me full
Never changing, always there
O God above, hear my prayer

At morning's dawn I awake
Give me courage for the day
Take all my worries and anxieties
Infuse me with wisdom, guide the way

In your presence, I'm made whole
It's your goodness that makes me full
Never changing, always there
O God above, hear my prayer

As each day continues on
Help me match my footsteps to yours
In all that comes my way
Remind me your love into me pours

In your presence, I'm made whole
It's your goodness that makes me full
Never changing, always there
O God above, hear my prayer

Evening comes, the mind scatters
Bring me back into your embrace
In each and every thought
Show me you ever-loving face

In your presence, I'm made whole
It's your goodness that makes me full
Never changing, always there
O God above, hear my prayer

Night is approaching, two fold darkness
Dispel the fear inside, calm my heart
Be with me as I rest in your peace
Keep me at your side, never to part

In your presence, I'm made whole
It's your goodness that makes me full
Never changing, always there
O God above, hear my prayer

Everyday, oh everyday I run to you
It's the only thing to do

In your presence, I'm made whole
It's your goodness that makes me full
Never changing, always there
O God above, hear my prayer

Everyday, oh everyday I run to you
It's the only thing to do

Written June 2023