CPWI Hymnal ‎#557

557. O God who is the breath of life

1 O God who is the breath of life,
help us to feel your power of love;
that all our days may be renewed,
the life that maketh all things new.

2 These walls were built so long ago
by faithful men long gone before;
with skill and knowledge given them,
by God's right hand that guided them.

3 This building made with humble hands,
great craftsmanship was lift to share
by those who toil all day and night,
for us to come and worship here.

4 Then when their task was finished here,
all things of beauty we adore.
Though parted now from earthly home,
we offer them before thy throne.

5 Father, today we gather here
within these walls to watch and pray.
Join us together in your love
to work and serve thee all our days.

Text Information

• First Line: O God who is the breath of life
• Author: M. Franklyn
• Meter: L.M.
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 2010
• Topic: General Hymns: The Christian Life
• Copyright: By permission of Church in the Province of the West Indies
• Notes: A higher setting of MELCOMBE is found at 286, 335, 682

Tune Information

• Name: MELCOMBE
• Composer: Samuel Webbe, the elder, 1740-1816
• Meter: L.M.
• Key: D Major