Together in Song ‎#452

452. God of mercy, God of grace

1 God of mercy, God of grace,
show the brightness of your face;
shine upon us, Saviour, shine,
fill your church with light divine;
and your saving health extend
unto earth's remotest end.

2 Let the people praise you, Lord!
be by all that live adored;
let the nations shout and sing
glory to their Saviour king;
at your feet their tribute pay,
and your holy will obey.

3 Let the people praise you, Lord!
earth shall then its fruits afford;
God to us his blessing give,
we to God devoted live:
all below, and all above,
one in joy and light and love.

Text Information

• First Line: God of mercy, God of grace
• Author: Henry Francis Lyte, 1793-1847 (alt.)
• Meter: 77.77.77
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1999
• Scripture:
  2 Corinthians 4:4-7
  ;
  Ephesians 2:1-10
  ;
  Numbers 6:24-26
  ;
  Psalm 67
• Topic: Adoration and praise; Dedication of Church Buildgin; God's Love to Us; Healing; Light; Ministry of God's People; Mission/Sending; Our Love to God; People of God; Proclamation: Witness; Providence; Salvation; Thanksgiving; Worship: Gathering

Tune Information

• Name: HEATHLANDS
• Composer: Henry Thomas Smart, 1813-79
• Meter: 77.77.77
• Key: D Major