Hymn LXXXV. Common Metre. Creation and Providence

Great first of beings, mighty Lord, Of all this wondrous frame; Produc'd by thy creating word, The world from nothing came.

Thy voice sent forth the high command, 'Twas instantly obey'd; And through thy goodness all things stand, Which by thy power were made.

Thy glories shine throughout the whole, Each part reflects thy light; By thee, in course, the planets roll, And day succeeds the night.

By thee, the sun dispenses heat, And beams of cheering day; The distant stars in order set, By night, thy power display.

By thee, the earth its produce yields, By thee, the waters flow; And various plants adorn the fields, And trees aspiring grow.

Inspir'd with praise, our minds pursue This wise and noble end; And all we think and all we do Shall to thy honour tend.