468. C. M. Wreford.

Prayer for Faith.

1Lord! I believe; thy power I own,

Thy word I would obey;

I wander comfortless, and lone,

When from thy truth I stray.

2Lord! I believe; but gloomy fears

Sometimes bedim my sight;

I look to thee with prayers and tears,

And cry for strength and light.

3Lord! I believe; but oft, I know,

My faith is cold and weak;

Strengthen my weakness, and bestow

The confidence I seek!

4Yes, I believe; and only thou

Canst give my soul relief;

Lord! to thy truth my spirit bow,

Help thou my unbelief!