O God of burning altar fire,

O God of love's consuming flame,

Make pure the flame of our desire

To win the lost to seek Thy Name.

There is no coldness, Lord, in Thee,

Oh, keep us kindled lest we bring

To our dear Lord of Calvary,

Dead ashes for our offering.

Dead ashes, husk of corn for wheat

Lord of our consecration vow,

We gather round Thy wounded feet,

We see the thorn about Thy brow.

Oh, by Thy cross and passion, Lord,

Grant us this plea, this sovereign plea,

Save us from choosing peace for sword,

And give us souls to give to Thee.