O HOLY SPIRIT of GOD

O Holy Spirit of God when I cannot pray as I ought

Because with so many duties I am fraught

Is it true You pray when I am unable to do so?

Does my own spirit unite with Yours, then, too?

O Holy Spirit of God clearly I am overwrought

And not nearly as strong as I once thought

Be my Stronghold, my Fortress, my Deliverer

Increase my blessings and grace this believer.

O Holy Spirit of God Your wisdom I have sought

And I thank You for all that You have taught

You were the Force from the beginning of time

With the Father and Son, all three sublime.

O Holy Spirit of God Author of pure thought

Arranged for generations to be Blood-bought

I thank You profusely for all that You give

And shall sing Your Praises as long as I live.

© Mel Patterson, 10-21-11