Tune: Buckland
(\'Loving Shepherd of thy sheep\')
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Wait a while, here meditate
The Lord will come, not be late
He with us, e\'en dwells within
Heals, forgives, cleanses from sin
Though things needful to attend
To each day that life does send
Help us know your Spirit sure
Residing in us e\'ermore
What be in the deepest part
Of your sanctuary, your heart
Let not surface vain matter[s]
Inner peace disturb, shatter
Where words lessen, silence falls
God\'s still small voice to you calls
Not confused by outward noise
Nor distraction that annoys
Offering to Him our lives
Not complex plan He contrives
For us, but His purpose, will
Continue to show us still
Forgive Lord, us penitent
You your grace to us have sent
May we draw from your love sure
Be guided by conscience pure
Troubles real, yet small compared
With the blessings you have shared
Of future glory to be
Heaven with you, perfect, free
Take me on a step with you
Grant me graces, me renew
Earth-bound longings put to flight
All be lived here \'neath your sight