1 Give God thanks for Christ's appearing
out of unknown Nazareth;
truth's own witness, nothing fearing,
overcoming fear and death.

2 Give God thanks for Christian action
when the church is lost in thought,
working for God's coming kingdom,
knowing that the time is short.

3 Give God thanks for Christian prophets,
voices raised across the earth,
urging amnesty for prisoners,
justice for each child from birth.

4 Give God thanks for Christ's disciples
joining with the powers-that-be,
bringing hope to those left homeless,
people trapped in poverty.

5 Give God praise and great thanksgiving
that the Spirit of his Son,
present in creation's striving,
shall perfect all that's been done.

David Mowbray
© David Mowbray / Jubilate Hymns

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