Classic Poem

1. Help thy servant, gracious Lord, Who comes in Jesu's name;
Only thou canst strength afford, Thy gospel to proclaim.
Grant his soul a heavenly ray, Fill his heart with holy fire,
O, for sanctifying grace! O, for love's inspiring power!
Help thy servant, Lord, we pray, Regard our souls' desire.
Lord, we beg, for Jesus' sake A sweet refreshing shower.

2. Give us to receive the word,
With love, and joy, and fear;
Grant thy quickening grace, O Lord,
On all assembled here.

Seal the truth on all today;
All our hearts will heaven inspire;
Help thy servant, Lord, we pray,
Regard our soul's desire.