When tempted sore to turn aside
As at some by-path I have stood
This thought has helped me to decide:
Not what I would, but what I should.
In daily life comes many a test
To those who purpose to be good;
To such this motto I suggest:
Not what I would, but what I should.
Life's little span by God is planned,
I would not change it if I could;
My course is guided by His hand;
Not what I would, but what I should.
"Not my will, Father, Thine be done,"
Said One Who was supremely good;
Here's strength for those who evil shun;
Not what I would, but what I should.
If in my heart aught lurketh still,
To keep me from Thy highest good,
Cleanse every thought, control my will,
'Till what I should is what I would.
R.I. Werry
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