This is a humble, worshipful prayer-poem declaring that we have no wisdom apart from God. Using a simple and flowing AABB rhyme scheme (rhyming couplets), the poem features a repeating refrain and gentle classical rhythm, inviting every soul to turn from self-reliance and lean fully on God’s holy, life-giving Word.

O Lord, apart from Thee we hold no wisdom;
Thou art our Wisdom, holy, pure, and true.
We lean not on the fragile reed of self,
But on Thy Word, our compass ever sure.

Thou art the Wisdom crowned with light and life,
A river pure that cleaves the deepest night,
A living fountain where the weary soul
Drinks grace undimmed, and finds its true delight.

In every moment, at each turning place,
We turn from shadowed self and fleeting schemes,
Rejecting all the hollow lore of earth
To rest in Thee alone, our life, our dreams.

O Lord, apart from Thee we hold no wisdom;
Thou art our Wisdom, faithful, strong, and true.
Breathe now Thy sacred fire through every soul,
And reign forever as our King and Goal.