Imitation
 
1. Daniel's wisdom may I know,
Stephen's faith and spirit show;
John's divine communion feel,
Moses' meekness, Joshua's zeal;
Run like the unwearied Paul, 
Win the day and conquer all. 
 
2. Mary's love may I possess,
Lydia's tenderheartedness;
Peter's ardent spirit feel,
James's faith by works reveal;
Like young Timothy, may I 
Ev'ry sinful passion fly. 
 
3. Job's submission may I show,
David's true devotion know;
Samuel's call O may I hear,
Lazarus' happy portion share;
Let Isaiah's hallow'd fire 
All my newborn soul inspire. 
 
4. Mine be Jacob's wrestling pray'r,
Gideon's steadfast, valiant care;
Joseph's purity impart,
Isaac's meditating heart;
Abr'ham's friendship let me prove, 
Faithful to the God I love. 
 
5. Most of all, may I pursue 
That example Jesus drew;
By my life and conduct show, 
How He lived and walked below;
Day by day, thru grace restored, 
Imitate my blessed Lord.