Another Writer’s Hymn
(based on and drawing from a hymn by William Freeman Lloyd)

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My times are in your hand;
my God, I wish them there;
my life, my soul, my words,
I leave entirely to your care.

My times are in your hand,
whatever I may do;
to write, to publish, soon or late,
as may seem best to you.

My times are in your hand;
I need not rush or fear;
I know your hand will never cause
your child a needless tear.

My times are in your hand;
I’ll wait and trust your plan,
and know my writing hopes and dreams
are safely in your hands.