Methodist Hymn and Tune Book ‎#636

636. Father, supreme, by whom we live

1 Father, supreme, by whom we live,
Thou who art God alone,
Our songs of grateful praise receive,
And make our hearts Thy throne.

2 Creation vast reveals Thy name,
The earth, the heavens above,
With one unceasing voice proclaim
Thy wisdom, power, and love.

3 We bless Thee for Thy works, all bright
With tokens of Thy skill;
But more for reason's sacred light
By which we read Thy will.

4 For not on brightest orbs, which roll
Through space at Thy decree,
Hast Thou bestowed the thinking soul,
To know and worship Thee.

5 May every science, every truth,
Our eager minds explore;
Lead us, alike in age and youth,
Thy wisdom to adore.

6 May those who teach, and those who learn,
Walk in the narrow road;
In every sphere of thought discern
An ever-present God.

Text Information

• First Line: Father, supreme, by whom we live
• Author: Dr. E. H. Dewart, 1828-1903
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1917
• Topic: Seasons and Occasions; Education; Knowledge

Tune Information

• Name: WILTSHIRE
• Composer: Sir George Smart, 1776-1867
• Meter: C.M.
• Key: B♭ Major