The Dedication

Thanks to Thee, God, Who brought'st me from yesterday To the beginning of to-day, Everlasting joy To earn for my soul With good intent. And for every gift of peace Thou bestowest on me, My thoughts, my words, My deeds, my desires I dedicate to Thee. I supplicate Thee, I beseech Thee, To keep me from offence, And to shield me to-night, For the sake of Thy wounds With Thine offering of grace.