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God Of Glory

from Praise and Worship by Shem Watson

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The lyrics (without the chorus) were first published in 1911 in Van Dyke's Book of Poems, Third Edition.[3]

Van Dyke wrote of this hymn:


These verses are simple expressions of common Christian feelings and desires in this present time—hymns of today that may be sung together by people who know the thought of the age, and are not afraid that any truth of science will destroy religion, or any revolution on earth overthrow the kingdom of heaven. Therefore this is a hymn of trust and joy and hope.

"This hymn is generally considered by hymnologists to be one of the most joyous expressions of hymn lyrics in the English language

Later set to "Ode To Joy" from Beethoven

I loved this Hymn so much I wrote a chorus to tie it together as a contemporary song.

lyrics

Joyful joyful we adore thee God of glory Lord of love. Hearts unfold like flowers before thee, opening to the sun above. Melt the clouds of sin and sadness, drive the dark of doubt away. Giver of immortal gladness, fill us with the light of day!

Chorus: We adore thee God of glory! We adore thee God of glory! Lord of love, we will sing-we adore thee, we adore thee…

All the works with joy surround thee. Earth and heaven reflect thy rays. Stars and angels sing around thee, center of unbroken praise. Field and forest, vale and mountain, flowery meadow flashing sea. Chanting bird and flowing fountain call us to rejoice in thee!

Chorus: repeat
Bridge: (instrumental)

Mortals join the happy chorus which the morning stars began. Father love is reigning o’er us, brother love binds man to man. Ever singing, march we onward-victors in the midst of strife! Joyful music leads us sunward, in the triumph song of Life!

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from Praise and Worship, track released August 23, 2015
Van Dyke and Beethoven, Stacey Goodwin vocals

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Shem Watson Monroe, Washington

Born and raised in Ellensburg Washington. Moved to Seattle seeking direction on musical path. Not finding a band to work with pursued home recording as a creative outlet.
Currently resides in Monroe, WA
Sound engineer and worship player at Lake Church, Lake Stevens.
Volunteering at Everett Mission for homeless playing praise songs for Barnabas Project ... more

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