The world is in your eyes,
all is fresh and new.
You take me by surprise,
uncomplicated you.
There is much that I desire
though some would be unsure.
Success does not appear
in this my prayer for you—
Be broken, humble, set apart.
Fear the Lord with all your heart
Of flesh instead of stone.
Be rich in faith instead of gold.
Be known by love and obedience.
Boast in Christ and not in man,
Seeking first the Kingdom
With God’s precious Words always on your tongue.
The burden is not light,
I feel its heaviness.
But to shepherd you, my child,
It is my privilege.
Though I’m weak and do not know
All you need to help you grow,
It’s enough if all you seek
Is the Savior who makes me complete.
Be broken, humble, set apart.
Fear the Lord with all your heart
Of flesh instead of stone.
Be rich in faith instead of gold.
Be known by love and obedience.
Boast in Christ and not in man,
Seeking first the Kingdom
With God’s precious Words always on your tongue.
Happiness is overstated
Holiness far underrated
It’s enough if all you seek
Is the Savior who makes me complete.
Adapted from the song, “Prayer for Isaiah,” written by Glenna Marshall, ©2013
Glenna Marshall is married to her pastor, William, and lives in rural Southeast Missouri where she tries and fails to keep up with her two energetic sons. She is the author of The Promise is His Presence (P&R) and Everyday Faithfulness (Crossway), and Memorizing Scripture (Moody). Connect with her on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter.