A Teacher's Prayer

Norman E. Richardson • English

Primary Scripture: Proverbs 22:6

Verse 1

My Lord, I do not ask to stand As king or prince of high degree, I only pray that hand in hand A child and I may come to Thee.

Verse 2

To teach a tender voice to pray, Two childisheyes Thy face to see-- Two feet to guide in Thy straight way, This fervently I ask of Thee.

Verse 3

O grant Thy patience to impart Thy holy law, Thy words of truth, Give, Lord, Thy grace, that my whole heart May overflow with love of youth.

Verse 4

As step by step we tread the way, Trusting, and confident, and free-- A child and I shall, day by day, Find sweet companionship with Thee.

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