We Thank You



For creatures which this world do share
And plants and trees so tall
For flowers bright which scent the air
Our senses to enthrall.





For birds that soar across the sky
Your praise to sing each day
And make with them our hearts to fly
While on our earthbound way.





For parents' tender loving care
And baby's smile so sweet
For fam-i-ly our life to share
And friends whom we shall meet.





For warmth of sun which makes things grow
And drenching quenching rain
For all the cooling winds that blow
Each season back again.





For sounds of children at their play
While growing in Your name
For faithful ev'rywhere who pray
In tongues which mean the same.





For music which uplifts the soul
In hymns of praise we sing
For healing that can make us whole
And all the gifts you bring.





For scripture's guidance, Your good news
Your people's church on earth
For sacrifice Your Son did choose
To die for our re-birth.





For our dear land so wide and free
And plains and mountains high
For rivers and the boundless sea
And clouds which scud the sky.





For sun and moon and stars at night
Which shine upon the earth
For ev'ry great and glorious sight
That mocks at money's worth.





For all the joys of life You give
And comfort for our tears
For promise that with You we live
At sunset of our years.





For all these bounties You bestow
In many varied ways
For all the love to us You show
We offer thanks and praise.