Poem by George Pope Morris

Thy Will Be Done

Searcher of Hearts!—from mine erase
  All thoughts that should not be,
And in its deep recesses trace
  My gratitude to Thee!

Hearer of Prayer!—oh, guide aright
  Each word and deed of mine;
Life's battle teach me how to fight,
  And be the victory Thine.

Giver of All!—for every good—
  In the Redeemer came—
For raiment, shelter, and for food,
  I thank Thee in His name.

Father and Son and Holy Ghost!
  Thou glorious Three in One!
Thou knowest best what I need most,
  And let Thy will be done.

1. The Land of Washington
2. Starlight Recollections
3. Boat-Song
4. The Soldier's Welcome Home
5. The Deserted Bride

Lucy Larcom Thy Will Be Done ("ONLY silently resigned")

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