Church Hymn Book: consisting of newly composed hymns with the addition of hymns and psalms, from other authors, carefully adapted for the use of public worship, and many other occasions (1st ed.) CCXLIII. The Lord who reigns above the skies!

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Text:

1 The Lord who reigns above the skies!
At his commanding word:
The Sun doth ev'ry morning rise,
And spreads his light abroad.

2 He runs his course from East to West,
And never makes a stay;
His travels makes all nations bless'd,
By forming night and day.

3 He gives a gracious light and heat,
To all that moves below;
His offices perform'd complete,
Will cause all plants to grow.

4 May I, like the obedient Sun,
My daily task fulfil;
Like him, my stage of duty run,
And do my Maker's will.

5 Jesus, my Sun of righteousness,
O may I feel thee near,
And trust thy faithful promises,
Till thou thyself appear.

Text Information
First Line:	The Lord who reigns above the skies!
Meter:	C. M.
Language:	English
Publication Date:	1816
Topic:	Morning Hymns
Notes:	Public Domain.

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