# 488 At First I Prayed For Light
1. At first I prayed for light: Could I but see the way, How gladly, swiftly would I walk To everlasting day.
2. And next I prayed for strength: That I might tread the road With firm, unfaltering feet, and win The heaven’s serene abode.
3. And then I asked for faith:Could I but trust my God, I’d live infolded in His peace, Though foes were all abroad.
4. But now I pray for love: Deep love to God and man; A living love that will not fail, However dark His plan.
5. And light and strength and faith Are opening everywhere! God waited patiently until I prayed the larger prayer.