Together in Song ‎#553

553. In all my ways, in every task

1 In all my ways, in every task,
the counsel of my God I ask,
who rules all things aright;
unless he guides both thought and deed
the wisest plans cannot succeed;
in vain is human might.

2 I lean upon his mighty arm;
he keeps me safe from every harm
and all calamity.
If by his guidance I shall live,
whatever's useful he will give,
and naught can injure me.

3 To those I love he will be near,
their heart with bounteous gifts will cheer;
he is my shield and theirs;
and he will grant beyond our thought
what they and I alike have sought
with all our fervent prayers.

4 Then let me never be afraid,
but trust in him who all has made;
on him reliant rest.
Through life, wherever I may go,
my loving God will always know
what for my need is best.

Text Information

• First Line: In all my ways, in every task
• Author: Paul Flemming, 1609-40
• Translator: Catherine Winkworth, 1827-78 (alt.)
• Meter: 886.886
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1999
• Scripture:
  1 Peter 5:6-11
  ;
  2 Corinthians 12:8-11
  ;
  Hebrews 13:5-6
  ;
  James 1:1-7
  ;
  Proverbs 3:5-7
  ;
  Psalm 23:1-4
  ;
  Psalm 27
  ;
  Romans 12:1-2
• Topic: Confirmation Service; Faith; Fear; God's Love to Us; Personal Petition; Pilgrimage; Protection; Providence; Sovereignty of God; Trust in God

Tune Information

• Name: TRAVELLER
• Composer: Johannes Paul Löhe, 1869-1952
• Meter: 886.886
• Key: A♭ Major
• Copyright: Music from the "Lutheran Hymnal" 1973 by permission Open Book Publishers