1. At first I prayed for light; Could I but see the way, How gladly, swifty would I walk To everlasting day! 2. And next I prayed for strength: That I might tread the road With firm, unfaltering feet, and win The heaven's serene abode. 3. And then I asked for faith: Could I but trust my God, I'd live in folded in His peace, Though foes were all abroad. 4. But now I pray for love: Deep love to God and man; A living love that will not fail, However dark His plan. 5. And light and strength and faith Are opening everywhere! God waited patiently until I prayed larger prayer.