Great Is Thy Faithfulness
Sound Doctrine 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 wilt be
Summer and winter, springtime and harvest
Sun, moon, and stars in their courses above
Join with all nature in manifold witness
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
And 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, Lord unto me
The lyrics to Sound Doctrine's song "Great Is Thy Faithfulness" are a testament to the limitless love of God that endures throughout all seasons of life. The song begins with a powerful statement of faith, reminding us that our God is unchanging and always faithful. There is no shifting shadow, no turning away from His promises or love. He is a constant presence in our lives, continuing to extend His mercy and compassion, no matter what we may face.
The following lines reference the cycles of the natural world - summer, winter, spring, and harvest - and how they bear witness to the faithfulness of God. The sun, moon, and stars in their courses above all attest to the enduring nature of God's love and mercy, as does the presence of all creation. The chorus reminds us that every day brings new mercies from God, and that He continues to provide for our every need.
The final stanza speaks of the blessings that come from God's faithfulness - pardon for our sins, lasting peace, and His abiding presence to guide us through every moment of life. We are given strength for today and hope for tomorrow, and as we look back at our lives, we see the countless ways that God has provided for us in ways we could never have imagined. "Great Is Thy Faithfulness" is a beautiful song of worship that reminds us of the unfailing love of our creator.
Line by Line Meaning
Great is thy faithfulness, O God my Father
God, my Father, your faithfulness is indescribable
There is no shadow of turning with thee
You are unchanging and always reliable
Thou changest not thy compassions they fail not
Your compassion for us never fails and never changes
As thou hast been thou forever wilt be
You have always been the same and you always will be
Summer and winter, springtime and harvest
Throughout all seasons of the year
Sun, moon, and stars in their courses above
Everything in the sky and the universe
Join with all nature in manifold witness
Testify to your great faithfulness and love
To thy great faithfulness, mercy and love
Which are as countless as the stars in the sky
Great is thy faithfulness, Great is thy faithfulness
Your faithfulness is truly great
Morning by morning new mercies I see
Every day you provide new blessings and mercies
All I have needed thy hand hath provided
Everything that I have ever needed, you have provided
Great is thy faithfulness, Lord unto me
Your faithfulness remains for me always
Pardon for sin and a peace that endureth
You have forgiven my sins and given me lasting peace
And thine own dear presence to cheer and to guide
You are always with me, providing comfort and guidance
Strength for today and bright hope for tomorrow
You give me strength to face the day and hope for the future
Blessings all mine with ten thousand beside
I am blessed beyond measure with countless blessings
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