Holy Lord, our hearts prepare

For the solemn work of prayer;

Grant that while we bend the knee,

All our thoughts may turn to thee;

Let thy presence here be found,

Breathing peace and joy around.

2 Lord, when we approach thy throne,

Make thy power and glory known:

Thus may we be taught to call

Humbly on the Lord of all,

And with reverence and fear,

At thy footstool to appear.

3 Teach us, as we breathe our woes,

On thy promise to repose;

All thy tender love to trace

In the Saviour’s work of grace;

And with confidence depend

On a gracious God and Friend.