"O Lord, open our lips" A Call to Worship

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O Lord, open our lips
And we shall declare your praise.

O Lord, open our hearts
And our deeds shall reflect your grace.

O Lord, open our minds
And our thoughts shall show forth your truth

O Lord, open our arms
And our work shall reveal your love

O Lord, open our fists
And our hands shall promote your peace

O Lord, open our doors
And our church shall reflect your kingdom

O Lord, open our lips
And we shall declare your praise.

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  1. UnknownJanuary 7, 2016 at 8:35 PM

    Really nice Ben! But that's who you are and always have been, right?!? :)

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