American Lutheran Hymnal ‎#510

510. Great God, A Blessing From Thy Throne

1 Great God, a blessing from Thy throne
Grant us, who lay this corner-stone
To build a church, in which Thy Word
Is purely taught and gladly heard.

2 The work is Thine, and not our own;
Then come, and make Thy presence known!
Our prayers accept, our off’rings bless,
And to our labors grant success.

3 Remember, Lord, what Thou hast done
For us, through Christ, Thine own dear Son,
From sin and death to set us free
And win us unto heav'n and Thee. A-men.

4 We are the people of Thy choice;
And while we in this grace rejoice,
Our prayer is this, our constant care,
That others too our bliss may share.

5 Then build us here a house and home,
Where Christ to Him may bid us come,
To save us all with grace divine,
That we may be forever Thine.

Text Information

• First Line: Great God, a blessing from Thy throne
• Title: Great God, A Blessing From Thy Throne
• Author: C. H. L. Schuette (1880)
• Meter: L. M.
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1930
• Topic: Corner-Stone Laying

Tune Information

• Name: HEBRON
• Composer: Lowell Mason (1830)
• Meter: L. M.
• Key: B♭ Major