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Think of His Goodness to You

When waves of affliction sweep over the soul

Author: R. C. Ward
Tune: [When waves of affliction sweep over the soul]
Published in 12 hymnals

Audio files: MIDI

Representative Text

1 When waves of affliction sweep over the soul
And sunlight is hidden from view,
If ever you’re tempted to fret or complain,
Just think of His goodness to you.

Refrain:
Just think of His goodness to you;
Yes, think of His goodness to you;
Though storms o’er you sweep,
He is able to keep;
O think of His goodness to you.

2 The world may forsake you, and those whom you trust
May prove to be false and untrue;
There’s One you can trust even unto the end;
Just think of His goodness to you. [Refrain]

3 Misfortune’s dark cloud my hang over the way,
Despite your best efforts to do;
The Savior is guarding your treasures up there;
Just think of His goodness to you. [Refrain]

4 When dear ones are taken away from you here,
You loved with affection so true,
Look unto the Savior for strength to endure,
And think of His goodness to you. [Refrain]

Source: African Methodist Episcopal Church Hymnal #467

Author: R. C. Ward

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Text Information

First Line: When waves of affliction sweep over the soul
Title: Think of His Goodness to You
Author: R. C. Ward
Language: English
Refrain First Line: Just think of His goodness to you
Copyright: Public Domain

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Instances

Instances (1 - 6 of 6)
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African American Heritage Hymnal #269

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African Methodist Episcopal Church Hymnal #467

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Lift Every Voice and Sing II #204

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The New National Baptist Hymnal (21st Century Edition) #57

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Total Praise #267

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Yes, Lord! #79

Include 6 pre-1979 instances
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