[b]time of tremendous temptation[i]by Alan Martin
It's a time of tremendous temptation to take up the bow and the sword
To hurl flaming darts at our brothers but end up wounding our Lord
Let's remember His own preparation before the travail of His soul
And let our full love manifest now and take up the towel and the bowl
Let's wash all the feet of our brethren and bless them in grace and in peace
without wood a fire cannot linger - without tale bearing strife too will cease
If we see with the eyes that are carnal our enemies look much like men
And anger will sure become danger and drive us with passion to sin
O Lord set a guard on my mouth now, and keep a watch over my tongue
grant me discernment with each thought and I'll mortify them while they're young
Give me the mind of Christ Jesus to yield to Your ways and be still
And lay down my life for my brothers in prayer that this fulfill Your will
I thank You for using men's passions to work out Your purpose on earth
And I thank You for travailing labor that brings us to spiritual birth
I have one request for today Lord, just one pressing hope for this hour
That more of Your likeness I'll bear now and know more of Your living power