Great Is Thy Faithfulness
CeCe Winans/Delores Lyrics
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There is no shadow of turning with Thee
Thou changest not, Thy compassions, they fail not
As Thou hast been, Thou forever will be
Great is Thy faithfulness
Great is Thy faithfulness
Morning by morning new mercies I see
Great is Thy faithfulness, Lord, unto me
Summer and winter and springtime and harvest
Sun, moon and stars in their courses above
Join with all nature in manifold witness
To Thy great faithfulness, mercy and love
Great is Thy faithfulness
Great is Thy faithfulness
Morning by morning new mercies I see
All I have needed Thy hand hath provided
Great is Thy faithfulness, Lord, unto me
Pardon for sin and a peace that endureth
Thine own dear presence to cheer and to guide
Strength for today and bright hope for tomorrow
Blessings all mine, with ten thousand beside
Great is Thy faithfulness
Great is Thy faithfulness
Morning by morning new mercies I see
All I have needed Thy hand hath provided
Great is Thy faithfulness
Great is Thy faithfulness
Great is They faithfulness, Lord, unto me, mm
CeCe Winans's rendition of the classic hymn, "Great is Thy Faithfulness", is a celebration of God's consistency and steadfastness. The first verse sets the tone by affirming God's unchanging nature, describing Him as a Father without shadow or variation. This sets the foundation for the following verses, which detail the many ways in which God's faithfulness is witnessed through nature and personal experiences.
The second verse uses imagery from nature to illustrate God's faithfulness, with the sun, moon, and stars all bearing witness to His steadfastness. Here, the idea is that just as these celestial objects continue to perform their roles in the larger cosmos, so too does God continue to maintain His character and promises. The third verse focuses specifically on God's provision for His people, both materially and spiritually, with the singer acknowledging their own blessings and those of others. The final verse is a reflection on the ultimate gift of salvation, acknowledging God's graciousness in forgiving sin and providing hope for the future.
Overall, the song is a powerful reminder of the constancy of God's love and care for His people, from the day-to-day provision of daily bread to the eternal gift of salvation.
Line by Line Meaning
Great is Thy faithfulness, O God my Father
The faithfulness of God, my Father is great
There is no shadow of turning with Thee
You are constant God and unchanging in all Your ways
Thou changest not, Thy compassions, they fail not
Your compassion never fails and You are unchanging
As Thou hast been, Thou forever will be
You are the same yesterday, today, and tomorrow
Morning by morning new mercies I see
Every day new mercies are received
All I have needed Thy hand hath provided
Everything I have needed You have provided
Great is Thy faithfulness, Lord, unto me
Your faithfulness towards me is great
Summer and winter and springtime and harvest
Seasons come and go
Sun, moon and stars in their courses above
They too are a course that continues to go forth
Join with all nature in manifold witness
Nature itself is a witness to Your faithfulness
To Thy great faithfulness, mercy and love
To Your great faithfulness, mercy, and love
Pardon for sin and a peace that endureth
Forgiveness for sins and a peace that lasts
Thine own dear presence to cheer and to guide
Your presence guides and brings joy
Strength for today and bright hope for tomorrow
Strength for today and hope for the future
Blessings all mine, with ten thousand beside
Countless blessings
Great is They faithfulness, Lord, unto me, mm
Your faithfulness towards me is great
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, HOPE PUBLISHING COMPANY
Written by: Thomas Chisholm, W.M. Runyan
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