Verse: Nehemiah 9:6
Hymn: All Things Bright and Beautiful
John Rutter's setting is one I listen to at least once a week with my children
John Rutter's setting is one I listen to at least once a week with my children
This week's hymn is another favorite of mine. It focuses on God as Creator and is especially wonderful for children.
The chorus is at the beginning of this text. My children know the chorus by heart and are working on all of the poem since I believe this is one of the most beautiful poems written on creation and the Creator. All that being said, the fifth verse is very important for you to read and sing to your children because it is about the Creator. It isn't enough to simply sing the first four verses. We must point our children to the Maker of heaven and earth. It is He who does all things well! The fifth verse can be made into a prayer for you and your children: God, help us to see what you have done. Help us to praise you with our lips and to tell others of your greatness!
The chorus is at the beginning of this text. My children know the chorus by heart and are working on all of the poem since I believe this is one of the most beautiful poems written on creation and the Creator. All that being said, the fifth verse is very important for you to read and sing to your children because it is about the Creator. It isn't enough to simply sing the first four verses. We must point our children to the Maker of heaven and earth. It is He who does all things well! The fifth verse can be made into a prayer for you and your children: God, help us to see what you have done. Help us to praise you with our lips and to tell others of your greatness!
Fun Facts
Text: Cecil F. Alexander (1818-1895)
- she loved teaching children through poetry (as seen in this hymn, her most famous work)
- she wrote this particular poem to help children understand the first line of the Apostle's Creed, "I believe in God, the Father Almighty, the Maker of heaven and earth."
Tune: ROYAL OAK
- a 17th century English melody
Remember to order you copy of the hymnal we are singing through if you still need a hymnal!
Things to think about ...
- Can't you just picture bugs, birds, fields, and so many details of creation when singing this hymn? When I walk with my children, we often start to sing this song as we see the wonder in all that God has created.
- This is beautiful poetry and reminds us that as believers, we should love creation the most because we have a relationship with the CREATOR!
- This is also a good song to sing as you read books about animals to your children.
- You may also want to have your children draw or color as you read the poem. "He made their glowing colors" - what do you think that would look like? Can you draw tiny wings?
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