Draw me, Lord, with the bands

Draw me, Lord, with the bands Of Your love, with cords of man, Going forth in my being entire; I’d in harmony stand With Your goal, for Your plan Through Your word, joined to Your heart’s desire.

Make me one who would pray Mingled with God as my faith, Always praying and not losing heart; I’d persistently pray, And through prayer be saved each day, Not in self but in God fully trusting.

Teach me, Lord, not to waste But to number all my days, Better one day with You than a thousand; Keep me faithful, in grace To express You all my days, In all matters, for Your propagation.

If I struggle within, You must never let me win. Lord, defeat me, and conquer me wholly; Not a half consecration, But absolutely giv’n, Lord, I’ll pay the full price for You solely.