OH FOR A THOUSAND TONGUES TO SING (revised)

Oh for a thousand tongues to sing

The glories of my name

The wonders of my ministry

And how I play the game

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The people listen to my voice

My wisdom to receive

They stand in awe of all I say

My dream is so naive

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Oh for a thousand compliments

To grace my humble ear

To celebrate my ministry

To bring me constant cheer

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The presbytery calms my fears

And bids complainers cease

Offers us sabbaticals

Brings life, and health, and peace

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When exhausted I do fall

My ego to deflate

I ‘ll pray that grace still does abound

My sin God tolerates

This version of the hymn was sung at the Oasis Conference in Kansas, Mo. Two days ago on comedy evening.