39 O Holy Ghost, to Thee we pray

1 O Holy Ghost, to Thee we pray For true faith to guide us in our way; Grant its faithful keeping Till our life's brief story, When in death we're sleeping, Ends at home in glory. O have mercy, Lord! 2 Shine in our hearts, Thou blessed Light, Teach us Jesus Christ to know aright, That we all may surely, In His grace confiding, Be with Him securely Evermore abiding. O have mercy, Lord! 3 Thou Fount of love, our hearts inspire With the holy flame of Thy pure fire; That in Christ united, One in all endeavor, Loyal friendship plighted, We may walk together O have mercy, Lord! 4 Thou Comforter in every need, 'Gainst the wicked foe and death we plead That Thy help may enter; When our courage faileth, And the evil tempter All our life assaileth. O have mercy, Lord!