A Choice for Ministers.

VOUCHSAFE, O Lord, thy presence now Direct us in thy fear; Before thy throne we humbly bow, And offer fervent pray'r.

Give us the men whom thou shalt choose, Thy house on earth to guide; Those who shall ne'er their power abuse Or rule with haughty pride.

Inspir'd with wisdom from above, And with discretion bless'd; Displaying meekness, temp'rance, love Of ev'ry grace possess'd;

These are the men we seek of thee, O God of right'ousness: Such may thy servants ever be, With such thy people bless.