190. Almighty God, thy word is cast

1 Almighty God, thy word is cast
Like seed upon the ground;
O let the dew of heaven descend,
And shed its influence round.

2 Let not the foe of Christ and man
This holy seed remove;
May it take root in every heart,
And grow in faith and love.

3 Let not this life's deceitful cares,
Nor worldly wealth and joy,
Nor scorching beam, nor stormy blast,
The rising plant destroy.

4 Where'er the word of life is sown,
A large increase bestow,
That all who hear thy message, Lord,
Its saving power may know.

Text Information
First Line: Almighty God, thy word is cast
Author: John Cawood
Publication Date: 1886
Topic: Worship: Holy Scriptures
Tune Information
Name: BLISS
Composer: F. E. Belden
Meter: C.M.
Key: B♭ Major
Notes: Alternate tunes: #669, 117, or 175.



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