Author: Carl P. Daw, Jr., 1944- Hymnal: Community of Christ Sings #100 (2013) Meter: 8.7.8.7 D Lyrics: 1 God of grace and God of laughter,
singing worlds from naught to be–
sun and stars and all thereafter
joined in cosmic harmony:
give us song of joy and wonder,
music making hearts rejoice;
let our praises swell like thunder,
echoing our Maker's voice.
2 When our lives are torn by sadness,
heal our wounds with tuneful balm;
when all seems discordant madness,
help us find a measured calm.
Steady us with music's anchor
when the storms of life increase:
in the midst of hurt and rancor,
make us instruments of peace.
3 Turn our sighing into singing,
music born of hope restored;
set our souls and voices ringing,
tune our hearts in true accord:
till we form a mighty chorus
joining angel choirs above,
with all those who went before us,
in eternal hymns of love.
Topics: Brokenness; Comfort; Eternal Life; God's Image; God's Presence; Grace; Healing; Heritage; Hope; Joy; Marriage; Music; Peace; Praise; Rejoicing; Unity; Wonder Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:57-58 Languages: English Tune Title: HOLY MANNA
God of Grace and God of Laughter