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God of Mercy, God of Grace

Henry Francis Lyte (1834) • English

Primary Scripture: Leviticus 26

Verse 1

God of mercy, God of grace, show the brightness of Your face. Shine upon us, Savior, shine; fill Your world with light divine; all Your saving health extend unto the earth's remotest end.

Verse 2

Let the people praise You, LORD; by all living things adored. Let the nations shout and sing glory to their gracious King; at Your feet their tribute pay, and Your holy will obey.

Verse 3

Let the people praise you, LORD; earth shall then its fruits afford. To Your children blessings give; we to You devoted live, all below and all above, one in joy and light and love.

Scripture References

Reference 1

  • leviticus 26

Reference 2

  • numbers 6:22-27

Reference 3

  • psalms 57

Reference 4

  • psalms 67

Reference 5

  • psalms 68:1-8

Reference 6

  • psalms 95:1-6

Reference 7

  • psalms 100:1-2

Reference 8

  • isaiah 25:1-9

Reference 9

  • isaiah 26:3

Reference 10

  • isaiah 56:1-8
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