Another Year Is Dawning Another year is dawning! Dear Master, let it be, In working or in waiting, Another year with Thee. Another year in leaning Upon Thy loving breast, Of ever deepening trust fulness, O quiet happy rest. Another year of mercies, Of faithfulness and grace; Another year of gladness, In the shining of Thy face. Another year of progress, Another year of praise, Another year of proving Thy presence "All the days" Another year of service, Of witness for Thy love; Another year of training For holier works above. Another year is dawning! Dear Master, let it be On earth, or else in heaven, Another year for Thee. Another year is dawning, A path unknown, untried. 'Twould fill me with foreboding, Had I no hand to guide; But He who walked beside me All through the yesteryear, Whatever may betide me, Has promised to be near. Another year with Jesus! Ah, then, no dread I know. His love is ever precious, Howe'er the winds may blow. E'en when the storm is fiercest, In Him my soul may rest And find sweet peace and comfort Upon His loving breast. Another year to trust Him– Yes, I can trust Him still, Who never yet has failed me As I have sought His will. His rod and staff He giveth To be be my strength and stay, And tenderly He leadeth Along the homeward way. Another year with Jesus! I thank Thee, Lord, today For Thy unfailing presence Along life's rugged way. Guide me, O blest Redeemer, Teach me to do Thy will, And Thine own perfect purpose In me each day fulfill. -Avis Christiansen