"As We Read Your Holy Word"

Every morning as I start my devotions I ask God to open my eyes to new truths in His word and that His Holy Spirit would give me understanding as I read.  The past few mornings the song "As We Read Your Holy Word" has been going through my mind as I pray and I have used it several times. 

I heard this song for the first time last Christmas, on the CD  "A Quiet Heart," that my Mom had received as a gift.  I'm not sure how well known it is, so I thought I would share it with all of you.  I hope you find it a blessing!

As We Read Your Holy Word

by

Fred & Ruth Coleman

As I read Your Holy Word,

Help me see, Lord, help me learn.

Holy Spirit, from its pages lead the way.

Come and melt my stubborn will;

Make my heart and soul be still.

As I read Your Word, may I heed it and obey.

Like the first rays of morning light,

It will pierce my darkest night:

Showing sins of doubt and fear within my heart,

Showing self-confidence and pride,

The rebel thoughts that plague my mind.

Then it brings cleansing hope that quiets my heart.

So as we read Your Holy Word,

Help us see, Lord, help us learn.

Holy Spirit, from its pages lead the way.

Come and melt our stubborn will;

Lord, make our hearts and souls be still.

As we read Your Word, mat we heed it and obey.

Open my eyes and let me see

Glimpses of truth you have for me,

For in Your Word I find the truth that sets me free.