Poetry Explorer- Classic Contemporary Poetry, WHAT THOU WILT, by FRANCES RIDLEY HAVERGAL


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First Line: Do what thou wilt! Yes, only do
Last Line: Thou, thou thyself shalt be!
Subject(s): Prayer


DO what Thou wilt! yes, only do
What seemeth good to Thee:
Thou art so loving, wise, and true,
It must be best for me.

Send what Thou wilt, or beating shower,
Soft dew, or brilliant sun;
Alike, in still or stormy hour,
My Lord, Thy will be done.

Teach what Thou wilt; and make me learn
Each lesson full and sweet,
And deeper things of God discern
While sitting at Thy feet.

Say what Thou wilt; and let each word
My quick obedience win;
Let loyalty and love be stirred
To deeper glow within.

Give what Thou wilt; for then I know
I shall be rich indeed:
My King rejoices to bestow
Supply for every need.

Take what Thou wilt, beloved Lord,
For I have all in Thee!
My own exceeding great reward,
Thou, Thou Thyself shalt be!





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