Classic Poem

Arouse, O Lord, the fainting heart
To clear the Saviour's ways;
And through His grace, deserve the part
To serve Him and to praise
Thy only uncreated Son;
Thy sole-begotten, blessed One.

Incline, o Lord, a gracious ear;
Receive our humble prayers;
Lighten our darkness; banish fear;
And take away our cares;
Oh, show the brightness of Thy face;
Oh, pour abroad Thy healing grace.

Arouse, O Lord, Thy powerful aid,
And come to us in might;
For sin has made our hearts afraid;
And weary is our plight.
Oh, let Thy kind indulgence speed
The gracious help we sorely need.