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That He May Increase

May the LORD increase
In my life, day by day
And may I decrease
I earnestly pray.

And while God offers good
Temptation brings evil
Understanding our choice
Be His righteous people.

In God’s Vine, keep abiding
As His branch, bearing fruit
Stay dependent, keep praying
Christ-likeness, your pursuit.

‘In Me, you have peace’
Spoke Jesus, God’s Son
‘In the world, tribulation
Be courageous… I’ve overcome’.

When confronted by suffering
With reasons unclear
Will we choose to grow better
Or grow bitter, with fears.

So, we lift every hurt
Release all, to Him
Now laid upon Christ
Walk in grace, not sin.

The verdict is in
And, ‘self’ has to die
Against our carnal cravings
Long deceived, by a lie.

In scripture and song
In prayer, listen too
Expect to meet God
He is waiting for you.

So, ponder sin’s price
Such suffering, separation
Jesus’ death on a cross
For His own creation.

Does God have a purpose
In suffering and pain
Sorrow and sickness
Can He turn to gain?