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Author: Daniel C. Roberts Hymnal: Rejoice in the Lord #494 (1985) Meter: 10.10.10.10 Lyrics: 1 God of all ages, whose almighty hand
leads forth in beauty all the starry band
of shining worlds in splendor through the skies,
our grateful songs before thy throne arise.
2 Thy love divine hath led us in the past;
in this free land by thee our lot is cast;
be thou our Ruler, Guardian, Guide, and Stay,
thy word our law, thy paths our chosen way.
3 From war's alarms, from deadly pestilence,
be thy strong arm our ever sure defense;
thy true religion in our hearts increase,
thy bounteous goodness nourish us in peace.
4 Refresh thy people on their toilsome way,
lead us from night to never-ending day;
fill all our lives with love and grace divine,
and glory, laud, and praise be ever thine.
Topics: Church Anniversaries and Dedications; Memorial Day; Pilgrimage and Conflict; Processional Hymns Scripture: 1 Chronicles 22:9 Languages: English Tune Title: NATIONAL HYMN
God of All Ages, Whose Almighty Hand