Lord, help me be aware of the potentiality
That lies within each precious child that You have sent to me.
Help me to see through Heaven's eyes their possibility
And daily instill values that will last eternally.
You've shown Your faith in me with this responsibility
And, Lord, I pray You'll never be dissatisfied with me.
But, Lord, I must ask You for Your strength to meet the task,
That daily You will help me--that's all I really ask.
For when I grow impatient, slow me down and speak to me
And remind me of the child that I once used to be.
Lord, grant to me the wisdom that I need to thus impart
And nurture the potential You have planted in each heart.
For they're like a tender flower awaiting to unfold
And, oh, the awesome beauty that one day we will behold.
So, Lord, I want to thank You for Your trust and confidence,
And for the opportunity to make a difference.
The task will not be easy; but, if You will work through me,
Together we will change a life for all eternity.
Copyrighted by Linda J. Stevenson.
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About Me
- LINDA
- I was born in the naval port of Norfolk, Virginia, the daughter of a US Navy Master Chief. With the exception of 1 year living in Boston, Mass.,and two years in Hanau, Germany, I have lived in the historic state of Virginia all my life. I now reside in the beautiful Roanoke Valley. Though raised in a Christian home, I was in my early 20’s before making a commitment of my life to Christ. Since then I have spent many years in full-time ministry. I am currently employed as an accountant with a Christian child care center in Roanoke and also serve as the Office Manager and Scheduling Coordinator for singer and songwriter Mary Rice Hopkins who resides in California.
