Lord, as the day begins lift up our hearts in praise; take from us all our sins, guard us in all our ways: Our every step direct and guide that Christ in all be glorified! Christ be in work and skill, serving each other's need; Christ be in thought and will, Christ be in word and deed: Our minds be set on things above in joy and peace, in faith and love. Grant us the Spirit's strength, teach us to walk his way; so bring us all at length safe to the close of day: From hour to hour sustain and bless, and let our song be thankfulness. Now as the day begins make it the best of days; take from us all our sins, guard us in all our ways: Our every step direct and guide that Christ in all be glorified!