I asked the Lord for Guidance

I asked the Lord for guidance
I asked for self-control
That in these times of darkness
Let me your blessed life extol

I asked the lord for patience
I asked for peace of mind
That in these days of being heartless
Let me not be unkind...

I asked the Lord for meekness
I asked for a humble heart
That in these days of turmoil
Let me your love impart

I asked the Lord for eloquence
I asked for words that ring
That in these times of warfare
Let me of your peaceful nature sing...

I asked the Lord for loving kindness
I asked for a sympathetic soul
That in these difficult times of hatred
Let me exemplify your goals...

I asked the Lord for perseverance
Asked the Lord for long suffering too
That in these times of anger and hatred
Let me be the peacemaker, smoothing the way to you...