Author: Anne Steele Hymnal: Hymns and Devotions for Daily Worship #347 (2024) Meter: 8.8.8.8 First Line: Ah, wretched souls, who strive in vain Lyrics: 1. Ah, wretched souls, who strive in vain,
Slaves to the world, and slaves to me!
A nobler toil may I sustain,
A nobler satisfaction win.
2. I would resolve with all my heart,
With all my pow'rs to serve the Lord,
Nor from his precepts e'er depart,
Whose service is a rich reward.
3. Oh, be his service all my joy;
Around let my endeavors shine;
May others love the blest employ
And join in labors so divine.
4. Be this the purpose of my soul,
My solemn, my determined choice,
To yield to his supreme control,
And in his kind commands rejoice.
5. O may I never faint nor tire,
Nor wand’ring leave his sacred ways;
Great God, accept my soul’s desire,
And give me strength to live your praise.
Topics: Ordinary Time Week 27 Scripture: Joshua 24:15 Languages: English Tune Title: WARRINGTON
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