God, whose giving

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1
God, whose giving knows no ending 
from your rich and endless store -
nature's wonder, Jesus' wisdom, 
costly cross, grave's shattered door -
gifted by you, we turn to you, 
offering up ourselves in praise. 
Thankful song shall rise forever, 
gracious Donor of our days. 

2
Skills and time are ours for pressing 
toward the goals of Christ your Son:
all at peace in health and freedom, 
races joined, the church made one. 
Now direct our daily labor, 
lest we strive for self alone. 
Born with talents, make us servants 
fit to answer at your throne. 

3
Treasure, too, you have entrusted, 
gain through powers your grace conferred-
ours to use for home and kindred, 
and to spread the gospel word. 
Open wide our hands in sharing, 
as we heed Christ's ageless call, 
healing, teaching, and reclaiming, 
serving you by serving all.

#383 in Hymnal: A Worship Book

Words:  Robert L. Edwards, Ten New Stewardship Sermons, 1961
                    Text copyright © 1961, renewal 1989 The Hymn Society 
   Tune:  Rowland H. Pritchard, ca. 1830, Cyfaill y Cantorion, 1844.

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