May I be grateful today, dear Lord,
For all that would speak of good—
For health, for home, for the love of friends,
For work, and for daily food—
Symbols each one of Thy tender care,
Thy love surrounding us everywhere.
May I be joyful today, dear Lord—
Every thought that is sick or sad,
Fearful, foreboding, be swiftly replaced
With the happy, the free, and the glad.
Thus, as I strive to rejoice in Thee,
Others may learn to rejoice with me.
May I be loving today, dear Lord,
To all who may come my way.
Reflecting Thy love in thought and deed,
We meet the world's need today.
This love is the truth that shall make men free,
Day by day drawing them nearer to Thee.
