As Those of Old Their Firstfruits Brought

By Common Hymnal

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1. As those of old their first-fruits brought

of vineyard, flock, and field

to God, the giver of all good,

the source of bounteous yield;

so we today our first fruits bring:

the wealth of this good land,

of farm and market, shop and home,

of mind and heart and hand.


2. A world in need now summons us

to labor, love, and give,

to make our life an offering

to God, that all may live.

The church of Christ is calling us

to make the dream come true:

a world redeemed, by Christ-like love,

all life in Christ made new.


3. With gratitude and humble trust

we bring our best to thee,

to serve thy cause and share thy love

with all humanity.

O thou who gavest us thyself

in Jesus Christ thy Son,

help us to give ourselves each day

until life's work is done.

Gathering Hymn #705 • As Those of Old Their First Fruits Brought • Forest Green