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This day God gives me
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Strength of high heaven,
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Sun and moon shining,
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Flame in my hearth,
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Flashing of lightning,
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Wind in its swiftness,
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Deeps of the ocean,
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Firmness of earth.

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This day God sends me
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Strength to sustain me,
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Might to uphold me,
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Wisdom as guide.
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Your eyes are watchful,
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Your ears are list'ning,
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Your lips are speaking,
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Friend at my side.

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God's way is my way,
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God's shield is round me,
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God's host defends me,
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Saving from ill.
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Angels of heaven,
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Drive from me always
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All that would harm me,
C5      D5      G5
Stand by me still.

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Rising, I thank you,
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Mighty and strong One,
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King of creation,
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Giver of rest,
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Firmly confessing
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God in three persons
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Oneness of Godhead,
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Trinity blest.