In the year just passed I fell so short
Of what you'd have me do;
I wasted opportunities,
And lost out on blessings too.
But help me, lord, in days ahead
To conquer doubt and fear,
And learn to treasure passing days
'Til I've redeemed the year!

Grant me grace to walk with Thee
To love, each day I live,
May Christ be seen, each step I take,
And when I stumble, please forgive!

Lord, ever give me patience
And if pride should start to call,
Help me to be humble,
Lest I in sorrow fall!
Keep me close to Thee each day I live;
Savior hear my cry!
And if Thou shalt call 'ere year is done,
Then give me grace to die!