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Father, in Thee
Staff Notation • Sacred, Hymns
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Father, in Thee by George R. Lewis — Lyrics
1. Father, to thee we look in all our sorrow,
Thou art the fountain whence our healing flows;
Dark though the night, joy cometh with the morrow;
Safely they rest who on thy love repose.
2. When fond hopes fall, and skies are dark before us,
When the van cares that vex our life increase,
Comes with its calm the thought that thou art o'er us,
And we grow quiet folded in thy peace.
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About Father, in Thee
This setting of Father, in Thee offers a message of solace and strength for times of trouble. The English text speaks of looking to God in sorrow, finding healing from him and resting in his love. It acknowledges life's difficulties – dashed hopes, increasing cares, and chastening pain – but reassures that faith, leaning on divine goodness, will bring peace and a deeper understanding of life. The SATB voicing allows for rich harmonic expression of these comforting sentiments, making it a suitable anthem for congregational singing or choir performance.
