Author: Clara H. Scott, 1841-1897 Hymnal: African Methodist Episcopal Church Hymnal #285 (2011) Meter: 8.8.9.8 with refrain Hymnal Title: African Methodist Episcopal Church Hymnal Refrain First Line: Silently now I wait for Thee Lyrics: 1 Open my eyes, that I may see
Glimpses of truth Thou hast for me;
Place in my hands the wonderful key
That shall unclasp and set me free.
Refrain:
Silently now I wait for Thee,
Ready, my God, Thy will to see;
Open my eyes, illumine me, Spirit divine!
2 Open my ears, that I may hear
Voices of truth Thou sendest clear;
And while the wave-notes fall on my ear,
Everything false will disappear.
Silently now I wait for Thee,
Ready, my God, Thy will to see;
Open my ears, illumine me, Spirit divine!
3 Open my mouth, and let me bear
Gladly the warm truth everywhere;
Open my heart, and let me prepare
Love with Thy children thus to share.
Silently now I wait for Thee,
Ready, my God, Thy will to see;
Open my heart, illumine me, Spirit divine!
Amen. Topics: The Christian Life Dedication and Consecration; Consecration; Youth Scripture: Psalm 119:18 Languages: English Tune Title: OPEN MY EYES
Open My Eyes, That I May See