Indexes for The Sacred Harp, 2025 Edition
318 Present Joys
Words: Joseph Cottle, 1828
Music: A. M. Cagle, 1908
Meter: Long Meter Half (8,8)
We thank the Lord of heav’n and earth,
Who hath preserved us from our birth,
[chorus]
For present joys, for blessings past,
And for the hope of heav’n at last.
How shall we half our task fulfill?
We thank Thee for Thy mind and will,
Redeemed us oft from death and dread,
And with Thy gifts our table spread,
Who hath preserved us from our birth,
[chorus]
For present joys, for blessings past,
And for the hope of heav’n at last.
How shall we half our task fulfill?
We thank Thee for Thy mind and will,
Redeemed us oft from death and dread,
And with Thy gifts our table spread,