O MAY my heart by grace renewed, Be my Redeemer’s throne: And be my stubborn will subdued, His government to own!
Let deep repentance, faith, and love, Be joined with godly fear; And all my conversation prove My heart to be sincere.
Preserve me from the snares of sin Through my remaining days; And in me let each virtue shine To my Redeemer’s praise.
Let lively hope my soul inspire, Let warm affections rise; And may I wait with strong desire, To mount above the skies.
John Fawcett, 1739-1817