1 Great God! before thy throne
We joyfully appear,
In songs to make thy glories known,
And thus begin the year.

2 [What favours all divine;
What mercies shall we share;
What blessings all around us shine
To open this new year!]

3 Indulgent goodness spares
And still preserves us here,
And bounty all divine prepares
Supplies for this new year.

4 Our follies past forgive;
Our souls divinely cheer;
And help us more to thee to live,
Dear Lord, in this new year.

5 Prepare us for thy will,
Whatever may appear;
And let thy loving-kindness still
Preserve us through the year.

6 Confirm our souls in thee,
In faith and holy fear;
And let a precious Jesus be
Our song through all the year.