God, hear me, I implore You, And listen to my prayer. You saw me stand before You In darkness and despair. O lift me, gracious Ruler, Upon a rocky peak. With hope I look to see You, God, Your guiding hand I seek.
You are a sturdy tower Resisting every foe. I fear no stormy weather, With You I have no woe. You’ll offer me safekeeping Within Your tent of love, From danger I’m protected By sheltering wings above.
My prayers You have heeded, Your grace bestowed on me. Who holds Your name in honor Receives Your legacy. So grant long life to those who Devote themselves to You, Year after year preserve them And send Your blessings too.
Before the face of Heaven Let them forever be! For God’s unending mercy Lasts to eternity. And so I’ll sing a melody Just as I promised You, My praise a gift to You shall be Day after day anew.
St. Teresa Benedicta of the Cross — Edith Stein From Drink of the Stream
— Prayers of Carmelites published by Ignatius Press, San Francisco. All rights reserved. Used with Permission
