394. For Thy care and mercy tender

For Thy care and mercy tender,
For this food we thank Thee, Lord.
May our souls to Thee surrender
And be fed on Thy blest word.
Dost Thou not our wants supply,
Surely we must starve and die.
Truly, we, in Thee believing,
Are the bread of life receiving.

Text Information
First Line: For Thy care and mercy tender
Meter: 8, 7, 8, 7, 7, 7, 8, 8.
Language: English
Publication Date: 1927
Topic: Grace Before the Table
Notes: Translator: P. C. Paulsen
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