When I Hear My Children Pray - Loretta Lynn

(Someday I’ll be strong enough to make that church bells ring

And when my voice grows steady I can help the choir sing

Somehow I can be usefull so put me to the test

I know I can’t do very much but Lord I’ll do my best)

Last night just at bed time I looked in upon my son

And the picture I saw as I stood there was surely a blessed one

Proudly I watched and listened to all he tried to say

Cause it makes my heart just burst with pride when I hear my children pray

And he said dear Lord I’m just a little boy and I don’t know how to pray

But so many of your people has slowly turned away

Well maybe there’s something I can do to help in your great plan

I know I can’t do very much but I’ll do the best I can

Couldn’t I light the little candles or maybe sweep the pews

I’ll do anything dear Lord just as long as it’s for you

Why can I open up the doors or dust your sacred stand

I know I can do something if you’ll just hold my hand

Yes proudly I stood and listened to all he tried to say

And it makes my heart just burst with pride when I hear my children pray

(I know I can’t do very much but Lord I’ll do my best)