God make my life a little light,
  Within the world to glow, --
A tiny flame that burneth bright,
  Wherever I may go.

God make my life a little flower,
  That giveth joy to all; --
Content to bloom in native bower
  Although its place be small.

God make my life a little song,
  That comforteth the sad;
That helpeth others to be strong,
  And makes the singer glad.

God make my life a little staff
  Whereon the weak may rest, --
That so what health and strength I have
  May serve my neighbor best.

God make my life a little hymn
  Of tenderness and praise, --
Of faith, that never waxeth dim,
  In all His wondrous ways.