AUDIO file [for download] The words are as follows: -------------------------------------------------------------------- TAKE ME AND MAKE ME 1. We are thankful, Lord for Thy creation For all things we see with human eye; For the beauty of the distant mountains; For rivers, the meadows and sky; For birds that sing so sweetly in the treetops; For flowers and deer that run so free Thy handiwork we want to see completed; So take me and make me like Thee. 2. We are thankful, Lord, for Jesus coming To this world to perfect every man; For the words of truth and life He brought us; For living so we understand; For yielding to Thy will within the garden; For letting His blood so freely flow; Thy purpose Lord in us we want accomplished; So take me and make me bend low. 3. We are thankful, Lord, for godly parents And their love for things that are divine; For their care and kindness in correction; For keeping our future in mind; For helping us to choose when we were troubled; For trying to keep us undefiled; We learned a father's hand is what we're needing; So take me and make me Thy child. 4. We are thankful, Lord, for all our brethren; For the faith and courage that they share; For their words of comfort in our sorrow; For lifting the burden we bear; For standing firm and steadfast in the battle; For knowing our lack yet not condemn; A brother true I want to be to others; So take me and make me help them. 5. We are thankful, Lord for Thy dear servants, For the sacrifice they freely give; For their heart's desire for their brethren; For dying to help others live; For leaving all to go and be a stranger; For telling Thy message faithfully; Their love to do Thy will is so inspiring; So take me and make me serve Thee. |