When our way is hedged about us,
And our cross too great to bear,
How the soul to God is lifted,
Thro’ the wondrous power of prayer.
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Only trust the Savior’s promise,
Do His will, whate’er it be;
Then our faith will hear Him saying,
“Come and find a rest in Me.”
O ’tis prayer that brings a blessing,
When our hope on Him is stayed;
Prayer that gives us joy and comfort,
Tho’ the answer be delayed.
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O the joy of sweet communion,
When we know that He is near,
When we feel His love within us,
Casting out our every fear.
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Why, O why should we be troubled,
When the Lord Himself declares,
If we call on Him believing,
He will grant our fervent prayers.
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