Father, today seems so tense and stressful
                   Calm my mind, please keep me 'restful'.
                   Guard my tongue - it's need to verbally lash
                   Dispel my temper - ready to rave and smash

                   Take control, Father, lest I make You ashamed
                   And my Christian witness is rightfully maimed.
                   You loved the sinner - though not the sin -
                   With You beside me,  over 'flesh' I can win.

                   Relax me in Your presence, refresh me with Your calm
                   My strength in You is great - no need for alarm
                   Nip retaliation in the bud, before I dare start -
                   Purify my thoughts, let Your love flow in my heart

                   Why should I let the world cause me dismay?
                   Why should I give in and let Satan have his way?
                   Cast out all fear, anger - change my attitude
                   Let my focus remain on YOU.. pure altitude!