Great Is Thy Faithfulness
Staff & Solfa Notation • Hymns, Prayer
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Great Is Thy Faithfulness by William M. Runyan — Lyrics
About Great Is Thy Faithfulness
"Great Is Thy Faithfulness" is one of those foundational hymns that anchors a congregation during moments of deep reflection and prayer. The text speaks directly to God's unchanging nature, reminding us that His compassions never fail. When the choir leads this piece, the steady, reassuring progression of the melody perfectly matches the certainty of the words.
The verses walk us through the evidence of God's care, from the physical world of "summer and winter and springtime and harvest" to the spiritual gifts of "pardon for sin and a peace that endureth." As we move from the stacked verses into the refrain, the harmony opens up beautifully. Singing "Morning by morning new mercies I see" is always a moving experience in the choir loft, offering a profound sense of gratitude and hope that resonates with everyone in the pews.