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Classic and Contemporary Poetry
A PRAYER, by VIOLET DARLINGTON WAY
First Line: O god, forgive me for my foolish thoughts
Last Line: If we but wait upon thee and be still.
Subject(s): Prayer
First Line: O god, forgive me for my foolish thoughts
Last Line: If we but wait upon thee and be still.
Subject(s): Prayer
O God, forgive me for my foolish thoughts,
My changing ways -- my lack of push and will.
Help me to know that much is gained in soul
If we but wait upon Thee and be still.
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