We See the Waters

Disaster Response Hymn

Use the tune "Our God, Our Help in Ages Past"
Presbyterian Hymnal - 210

Our God, our help in ages past,
Our hope for years to come,
Our shelter from the stormy blast,
And our eternal home.

We see the waters they do rise
The rains, the winds destroy;
We see the pain and tragedy,
And cry Lord please no more.

Home washed away, possessions lost,
And yet more waters rise,
May we seek ways to show your love,
And stem this tragic tide.

Your Word it promises new life,
And hope for all our days:
May we be your new rainbow Lord,
Please show us now your way.

And for those now who grieve the loss
Of loved ones who have died
We pray O Lord your presence with
Lord be there at their side.

We pray Lord too for all that serve,
In countless ways they share,
We pray your strength and guidance too
Lord may they know we care.

And may we seek to comfort all
Men, women; young and old
And even in this great despair
May faith in Thee be bold.

Our God, our help in ages past,
Our hope for years to come,
Our shelter from the stormy blast,
And our eternal home.

by Clay Gunter, September 2, 2005, For Public Use