A Humble Prayer

Sometimes I think

what if I go astray

What if I wander?

What if You go away?

But You promised

You would always stay

You will hold my hand

New mercies each day

Some days we are close

And everything is good

Other days I stumble

And don't listen like I should

I don't want to rebel

I don't wish to stray

I want my heart to be pure

I pray my mind will obey

At times it comes so easily

Obeying, following, and serving

Yet  I find myself in the act

Of something that is not so loving

Why do I follow so quickly

down a trail I know I should not?

Why must I pursue the coal,

although I know it is too hot?

I want to be an example

Please help me to be a difference

I ask that You would convict me

And show my brain some of Your sense

I want to know You better

I need to trust Your commands

Oh, help me to have self-control,

to not let go of Your hands.