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Father of all, to Thee
Staff Notation • Sacred, Hymns
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Father of all, to Thee by Joseph Barnby — Lyrics
Father of all, to Thee,
With loving hearts we pray,
Through Him, in mercy given,
The Life, the Truth, the Way;
From heaven, Thy throne, in mercy shed
Thy blessings on each bended head.
Father of all, to Thee,
Our contrite hearts we raise,
Unstrung by sin and pain,
Long voiceless in Thy praise;
Breathe Thou the silent chords along,
Until they tremble into song.
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About Father of all, to Thee
This devotional hymn, Father of all, to Thee, is suitable for a congregation or choir seeking to express their faith and reliance on divine guidance. The text, a plea for spiritual strength and solace, moves from acknowledging sin and pain to breathing unuttered fears and seeking comfort. The composer Joseph Barnby crafts an SATB setting that allows the choir to convey the evolving emotional landscape of the lyrics, from heartfelt prayer and contrition to the humble acceptance of being led through life's challenges. It would serve well in a service focused on spiritual renewal, dependence on God, or seeking peace.
