Lord, Speak to Me - Hymn With Lyrics

1. Lord, speak to me that I may speak
In living echoes of your tone;
As you have so't, so let me seek
Your erring children, lost and lone.

2. Oh, lead me, Lord, that I may lead
The wand'ring and the wav'ring feet;
Oh, feed me, Lord, that I may feed
Your hung'ring ones with manna sweet.

3. Oh, teach me, Lord, that I may teach
The precious things that you impart,
And wing my words, that I may reach
The hidden depths of many a heart.

4. Oh, grant my spirit to renew,
That I may speak with soothing pow'r
A word in season, as from you,
To weary ones in needful hour.

5. Oh, fill me with your fullness, Lord,
Until my very heart o’erflow
In kindling thought and glowing word,
Your love to tell, your praise to show.

Scripture; Genesis 12:1-3; 

Exodus 4:12; 

1 Samuel 3:1-10

  Ezra 7:10

The hymn "Lord, Speak to Me" was written by Frances Ridley Havergal in 1872. Havergal was a well-known English Christian poet and hymn writer of the 19th century, recognized for her deep spirituality and devotion.

Background and Story:

Frances Havergal composed "Lord, Speak to Me" during a period of personal spiritual reflection. The hymn expresses a heartfelt prayer for God's guidance and communication in the believer’s life. Havergal sought a close, intimate relationship with God, longing not for loud or dramatic signs but for gentle, clear communication—God's voice speaking softly into the heart.

The hymn reflects themes of quiet submission, openness to God's will, and a desire for inner transformation through His word. It emphasizes that God’s voice may not always be loud or obvious but is nonetheless powerful and life-changing when heard in the depths of the soul.

Frances Ridley Havergal:

• Born in 1836 in England.

• Wrote many popular hymns still sung today, like "Take My Life and Let It Be."

• Known for her poetic style and spiritual depth.

• She died young, at age 42, but left a lasting legacy in Christian hymnody.

6. Oh, use me, Lord, use even me
Just as you will, and when, and where,
Until your blessèd face I see,
Your rest, your joy, your glory share.