JESUS, Thou sovereign Lord of all, Changeless through one eternal day, Hear now Thy feeblest follower’s call, And, O, instruct us how to pray; Pour out the humbling, seeking grace, And stir our hearts to seek Thy face.
Saviour, regard the joint desire, Of all Thy loved ones gathered here; Fervour, and faith, and love inspire, And send us down the Comforter: Spirit of ceaseless prayer impart! And fix His influence in our heart.
O, help our soul’s infirmity! O, cleanse our sin, and heal our care! Deepen and strengthen every plea; Make every heart a house of prayer; The promised Intercessor give, And all our prayers do Thou receive.
Charles Wesley, 1707-88‡