The New English Hymnal ‎#366

366. God of mercy, God of grace

1 God of mercy, God of grace,
Show the brightness of thy face:
Shine upon us, Saviour, shine,
Fill thy Church with light divine;
And thy saving health extend
Unto earth's remotest end.

2 Let the people praise thee, Lord;
Be by all that live adored:
Let the nations shout and sing,
Glory to their Saviour King;
At thy feet their tributes pay,
And thy holy will obey.

3 Let the people praise thee, Lord;
Earth shall then its fruits afford;
God to man his blessing give,
Man 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: H. F. Lyte, 1793-1847
• Meter: 77 77 77
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1986
• Scripture:
  Psalm 67

Tune Information

• Name: HEATHLANDS
• Composer: Henry Smart, 1813-79
• Meter: 77 77 77
• Key: D Major