Thy name, dear Father, is for Thee
Verse 1
Thy name, dear Father, is for Thee Much more than just a title; By Thine eternal life divine ’Tis living, real, and vital!
Verse 2
As Father Thou art shown to us, Life’s source, origination, Thou dost beget, and propagate For Thy multiplication.
Verse 3
The riches of Thy life are seen In children without number; Now we, as those whom Thou brought forth, Praise Thee: “How great a Father!”
Verse 4
To us the Son has made Thee known Not in a teaching; rather, By His imparting of Thy life, We know Thee as our Father.
Verse 5
Though still we’re living in the world, As long as we remain here Keep, guard, and sanctify us in Thy name, O Holy Father.
Verse 6
We many sons in life as one Enjoy Thy name’s sweet flavor; “O Father” is our corporate cry; Such sweetness now we savor!
Verse 7
Now by Thy life and nature we Are one with one another; Our inner joy here overflows In praises to Thee, Father!
