GOD of mercy, God of grace, Show the brightness of Thy face; Shine upon us, Saviour shine, Fill Thy church with light divine; And Thy saving health extend Unto earth’s remotest end.
Let the people praise Thee, Lord; Be by all that live adored; Let the nations shout and sing Glory to their Saviour King; At Thy feet their tribute pay, And Thy holy will obey.
Let the people praise Thee, Lord; Earth shall then her fruits afford; God to man His blessing give; Man to God devoted live; All below, and all above, One in joy and light and love.
Henry Francis Lyte, 1793-1847