Open the book of God,
   And read a portion there;
That it may hallow all thy thoughts,
   And sweeten all thy care.

Go through the day with God,
   Whate'er thy work may be;
Where'er thou art – at home, abroad,
   He still is near to thee.

Converse in mind with God,
   Thy spirit heavenward raise:
Acknowledge every good bestowed,
   And offer grateful praise.

Conclude the day with God,
   Thy sins to Him confess;
Trust in the Lord's atoning blood
   And plead His righteousness.

Lie down at night with God,
   Who gives His servants sleep;
And when thou tread'st the vale of death,
   He will thee guard and keep.

Marvin Lewis