Voices of Praise ‎#239

239. We plough the fields, and scatter

1 We plough the fields, and scatter
The good seed on the land,
But it is fed and watered
By God's almighty hand;
He sends the snow in winter,
The warmth to swell the grain,
The breezes, and the sunshine,
And soft, refreshing rain.

Chorus:
All good gifts around us
Are sent from heaven above,
Then thank the Lord, Oh! thank the Lord,
for all His love.

2 He only is the Maker
Of all things near and far:
He paints the wayside flower,
He lights the evening star;
The winds and waves obey Him,
By Him, the birds are fed;
Much more to us, His children,
He gives our daily bread. [Chorus]

3 We thank Thee, then, O Father,
For all things bright and good,
The seed-time and the harvest,
Our life, our health, our food;
Accept the gifts we offer,
For all Thy love imparts,
And, what Thou most desirest
Our humble, thankful hearts. [Chorus]

Amen.

Text Information

• First Line: We plough the fields, and scatter
• Refrain First Line: All good gifts around us
• Meter: 7s. 6s. D. with Chorus
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1883

Tune Information

• Name: DRESDEN
• Key: B♭ Major