strength – Woodsmoke and Cardamom

I asked the Lord for help because I thought I couldn't do it - That task that seemed impossible to me. Weakened by my handicap I thought 'twould be too difficult, But I called on Him and He was there beside me. He took away my pain and gave me strength beyond believing. He showed me what to do and how to do it. I know that He was with me - I could feel His loving presence - With Him beside me there was nothing to it. So now I know that with His help I can do all I need to do, And when I call for help He'll be there for me; I'll never say "I can't" again for now I know I can, And a happy, useful life is spread before me.

by Lucy M. Young

Lord, lift me up.
Help me achieve a feeling of self-worth.
I must be good for something
For Your love put me here on earth
For some good reason known to You alone;
But being constantly put down and criticized
Has made me feel so worthless.

It seems I can do nothing right,
But, Lord, You know I've tried.
Deep down inside,
I know You care for me;
I never could have lived
Through all these years of nagging and complaints
If You did not.

Lord, lift me up.
Help me to feel my life is not in vain;
Grant me the courage 
To ignore the taunts and criticisms,
The groundless accusations.
Help me to know what's right for me to do,
Then grant me strength to do it.

I am so weak and cowardly;
I fear displeasure, hatred, anger.
Help me to rise above these things
And be what You would have me be.
Forgive my weakness, my despair,
And lead me toward the life You've planned for me.

With Your help and guidance, Lord,
I'll do my utmost to fulfill my destiny,
Whatever it may be.

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With His Help

Lord, Lift Me Up