Author: Frank von Christierson Hymnal: The Worshipbook #301 (1972) Meter: 8.6.8.6 D Lyrics: 1 As men of old their first-fruits brought,
Of orchard, flock and field
To God, the giver of all good,
The source of bounteous yield;
So we today first-fruits would bring,
The wealth of this good land,
Of farm and market, shop and home,
Of mind and heart and hand.
2 A world in need now summons us
To labor, love, and give;
To make our life an offering
To God, that man may live;
The church of Christ is calling us
To make the dream come true:
A world redeemed by Christ-like love,
All life in Christ made new.
3 In gratitude and humble trust
We bring our best today,
To serve your cause and share your love
With all along life's way.
O God, who gave yourself to us
In Christ, your only Son,
Teach us to give ourselves each day
Until life's work is done.
Amen. Topics: Service for the Lord's Day After Offering; Civil Year Thanksgiving Day; Other Observances Ecumenism; Other Observances Mission; Other Observances Stewardship; Other Observances World Peace Scripture: Malachi 3:10 Tune Title: HIGH POPPLES
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