The Doxology (Morning Hymn) - Hymn for August
July is one and done...can you believe it? I have been enjoying taking the time to (try and) memorize a hymn for each month of this year. While some songs have stuck more than others, I am enjoying the process. This month's hymn is a very well-known one, The Doxology. Praise God from whom all blessings flow; Praise Him all creatures here below; Praise Him above, ye heav'enly host; Praise Father, Son, and Holy Ghost. Awake, my soul, and with the sun, Thy daily stage of duty run; Shake off dull sloth, and early rise, To pay thy morning sacrifice. Lord, I my vows to Thee renew. Disperse my sins as morning dew; Guard my first springs of thought and will; And with Thyself my spirt fill. Direct, control, suggest, this day, All I design or do or say, That all my pow'rs, with all their might, In Thy sole glory may unite. What a beautiful song! I had no idea of the other verses but they are deeply moving. I pray that this song encourages your walk, and strengthens your faith.