A Hymn

The Lent season has come and gone, yet every day seems to be a constant reminder that our true strength and guidance come from our Lord. Just a few days ago I heard a hymn at a friend’s ordination service I want to share with you. I had never heard this hymn before but it is powerful and has caused me to think.

Lord, here am I.

Master Thou callest, I gladly obey;

Only direct me, and I’ll find Thy way,

Teach me the mission appointed for me,

What is my labor, and where shall it be.

Master, Thou callest, and this I reply,

“Ready and willing, Lord, here am I.”

Willing my Savior, to take up the cross;

Willing to suffer reproaches and loss.

Willing to follow, if Thou will but lead;

Only support me with grace in my need.

Master, Thou callest, and this I reply,

“Ready and willing, Lord, here am I.”

Living or dying, I still would be Thine;

Yet I am mortal while Thou art divine.

Pardon, whenever I turn from the right;

Pity, and bring me again to the light.

Master, Thou callest, and this I reply,

“Ready and willing, Lord, here am I.”

“Ready and willing, Lord, here am I.”