1 Almighty God, your Word is cast
Like seed into the ground;
Now let the dew of heav'n descend,
And righteous fruits abound.

2 Let not the foe of Christ and man
This holy seed remove,
But give it root in ev'ry heart
To bring forth fruits of love.

3 Let not the world's deceitful cares
The rising plant destroy,
But let it yield a hundredfold
The fruits of peace and joy.

4 Oft as the precious seed is sown,
Your quick'ning grace bestow,
That all those souls the truth receive
Its saving pow'r may know.