let me dedicate this new year

SASB 916

Father, let me dedicate
This new year to thee,
In whatever worldly state
Thou wilt have me be;
Not from sorrow, pain, or care
Would I ask that thou shouldst spare;
This alone shall be my prayer,
Glorify thy name.

Thy great name! Thy great name!
Let my life, O Lord, each day
Glorify thy name.

If in mercy thou wilt spare
Joys that yet are mine,
If on life serene and fair
Brighter rays may shine,
Let my glad heart, while it sings,
Rise by faith's exultant wings,
And, whate'er the future brings,
Glorify thy name.

If thou callest to the cross,
And its shadow come
Turning all my gain to loss,
Shrouding heart and home,
Let me think how thy dear Son
His eternal glory won,
And in steadfast faith pray on:
Glorify thy name.

Lawrence Tuttiett (1825-97) (verses), alt