I Am A Child

I am a child longing for love

Hold me in Your loving arms

For I desire closeness to you

Protect me from all harm

I am a child needing protection

Shield me from all ill things

For without You I am weak

To all dangers life brings

I am a child needing guidance

Show me the right way

Else I continue to wander

And from Your path I stray

I am a child needing comfort

Soothe my heart and be with me

Heal me of all life’s pain

From hurt and sorrow set me free

I am a child longing for peace

Keep me from all conflict

Help me to love without bounds

May I be the palm branch

Which You alone have picked

I am a child seeking joy

Lift my heart to laughter and smiles

In celebration of Your boundless love

Help me be the one without guile

I am a child needing to be fed

You are the perfect food for the journey

Your presence in wine and bread

Given to strengthen and nourish me

I am a child who seeks Your face

I long to see You as before I came to be

Help me to see You in all I meet

And bring You to those who see me

I am a child longing for you my Father

Longing to be close to where I’m from

To be with You in all I say and do

And return to You when my day is done

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