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Let the Giving of Thanks
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- © 1993 Wild Goose Resource Group, Iona Community, Scotland, GIA Publications, Inc., exclusive North American agent
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Scripture References
Further Reflections on Scripture References
Many Psalm references will point to this type of giving, such as 19:1-6, 50, 100, 113:3, 119:164.
Our expression of praise is identified in Hebrews 13:15-16.
Confessions and Statements of Faith References
Further Reflections on Confessions and Statements of Faith References
The spirit of this song can come only from those who thankfully receive each day as a gift from God’s hand. Our World Belongs to God, paragraph 44 teaches, “Life is a gift from God’s hand” which we receive thankfully “with reverence for the Creator...” (paragraph 44).
The call for God’s help in our daily living arises from those who are confident of his fatherly care; consider reading Belgic Confession, Article 13 and Heidelberg Catechism, Lord’s Day 9, Question and Answer 26.