1 Master, by your word of welcome all who hear are called to come; by your free forgiveness draw us, raise us up and bring us home. By your word of mighty healing we shall find your power to save; keep us from those wasting evils which bring terror to the grave. 2 Master, by your word of wisdom teach our minds and meet our needs; make us apt and ready pupils on the path where learning leads. By your word of gentle patience help us when we feel afraid; stretch our faith by hard endurance, strengthen us for whom you prayed. 3 Master, by your word of warning straighten out our rebel ways; rid our minds of all pretences, free our wills of all delays. By your word of holy anger kill our self-deceit and pride; all that contradicts your purpose, let it all be crucified! 4 Master, by your word of mercy you have made us all your own; mercy chose and called and found us, mercy brings us to your throne. By your word of free adoption let us sons and daughters prove, praising you in words of worship, serving you in lives of love.