Author: Carl P. Daw, Jr., b. 1944 Hymnal: Psalms for All Seasons #96G (2012) Meter: 8.6.8.6 D Topics: Occasional Services Civic / National Occasions Lyrics: 1 Sing to the Lord no threadbare song,
no timeworn, toothless hymn,
no sentimental platitude,
no empty pious whim;
but raise a song just off the loom,
fresh woven, strong, and dense,
as new as God's eternal now
transcending time and sense.
2 Let earth's diverse, melodic tongues
declare in telling phrase
the glory of the only God
who merits thanks and praise.
All other hopes will disappoint,
their brittle luster fade,
but sure and strong remains the Lord
by whom all things were made.
3 Heavens rejoice, and earth be glad!
Exult, you roaring seas!
Let fields and plains resound with joy
that echoes from the trees!
As nature sings, let people join
and human discord cease,
for God shall come to rule the world
with justice, love, and peace. Scripture: Psalm 96 Tune Title: CANTICUM NOVUM
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