When I Hear My Children Pray

When I Hear My Children Pray 

(feat. Ernest Ray) 

Someday I'll be strong enough to make that church bell ring 

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

Somehow I can be useful 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 have 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't 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.