Author: Christopher Drinkut

  • With the Lord begin thy task

    Hymn: With the Lord begin thy task;Jesus will direct it.For His aid and counsel ask;Jesus will perfect it.Every morn with Jesus rise,And when day is ended,In His name then close thine eyes;Be to Him commended. Let each day begin with prayer,Praise, and adoration.On the Lord cast every care;He is thy salvation.Morning, evening, and at nightJesus…

  • Awake, my soul, stretch every nerve

    Hymn: Awake, my soul, stretch every nerve,And press with vigor on;A heavenly race demands thy zeal,And an immortal crown. ‘Tis God’s all animating voice,That calls thee from on high;‘Tis his own hand presents the prizeTo thine aspiring eye. A cloud of witnesses around,Hold thee in full survey;Forget the steps already trod,And onward urge thy way.…

  • I lie, O Lord, within Your care

    Hymn: I lie, O Lord, within Your care,Awake or when I’m sleeping.Whoever trusts in Your strong armsIs safe within Your keeping. Lord, You alone keep constant watch;My restless heart You quiet.When shadow fills the night with fear,I will by faith defy it. It is enough that You are near;I need not now discoverWhat hidden plans…