1.  We have not known You as we ought
Nor bowed before Your pow'r;
The things of earth have filled our thoughts
And wasted many hours.
We have not feared You as we ought
Nor stopped to give You praise;
By countless words and deeds and thoughts
Your love we have betrayed.

Chorus:
Lord, forgive us
By the mighty cross
And from above
Rain down Your love;
Lord, break our hearts
By the grace You impart
And give us strength to fight this war.

2 We have not served You as we ought,
Commands are left undone;
Our works with wickedness are fraught,
Our battles scarcely won.
We have not loved You as we ought
Nor cherished saving grace;
Your presence we have coldly sought,
The world we have embraced.