Verse 1

FATHER, I know that all my life Is portioned out for me, And the changes that are sure to come I do not fear to see; But I ask Thee for a present mind, Intent on pleasing Thee.

Verse 2

I ask Thee for a thoughtful love, Through constant watching wise, To meet the glad with joyful smiles, And wipe the weeping eyes, And a heart at leisure from itself To soothe and sympathize.

Verse 3

I would not have the restless will That hurries to and fro, Seeking for some great thing to do Or secret thing to know; I would be treated as a child, And guided where I go.

Verse 4

Wherever in the world I am, In whatsoe’er estate, I have a fellowship with hearts To keep and cultivate, And a work of lowly love to do For the Lord on whom I wait.

Verse 5

I ask Thee for the daily strength To none that ask denied And a mind to blend with outward life, Still keeping at Thy side, Content to fill a little space If Thou be glorified.

Verse 6

In a service which Thy will appoints There are no bonds for me; For my inmost soul is taught the truth That makes Thy children free; And a life of self-renouncing love Is a life of liberty.

History of Father I Know That All My Life