The Goodness of God

Verse 1

Sweet is the memory of Thy grace, My God, my heavenly King! Let age to age Thy righteousness In sounds of glory sing.

Verse 2

God reigns on high, but ne'er confines His goodness to the skies; Through the whole earth His bounty shines, And every want supplies.

Verse 3

With longing eyes Thy creatures wait On Thee for daily food; Thy liberal hand provides their meat, And fills their mouths with good.

Verse 4

How kind are Thy compassions, Lord! How slow Thine anger moves! But soon He sends His pardoning word, To cheer the souls He loves.

Verse 5

Creatures with all their endless race, Thy power and praise proclaim; But saints, who taste Thy richer grace, Delight to bless Thy Name.