Just for Today

Verse 1

My Father, this I ask of Thee; Knowing that Thou wilt grant the plea,-- For this, and only this, I pray, Strength for today--just for today.

Chorus

Strength for each trial and each task, What more, my Father, should I ask? Just as I need it, day by day, Strength for my weakness,--this I pray.

Verse 2

I do not ask a lifted load, Nor for a smooth and thornless road; Simply for strength enough to bear Life's daily burdens anywhere.

Verse 3

Strength for the present hour and need-- This given, then I'm blest indeed, For each day, as it comes, will bring Sufficient strength for anything.

Verse 4

Strength for today, that I may make Some sad souls glad, for Jesus' sake; Then they, with me, at eve shall say, Thank God for strength He gave today.