Скачать или смотреть What Grace, O Lord. Adapted by John Richardson, 1816-79. Played by Rev. Winfred L.Nartey-Graham.

“What Grace, O Lord” is a reflective Christian hymn that centres on gratitude for God’s redeeming grace and faithful guidance. The text is associated with John Richardson (1816–1879), a 19th-century hymn writer and adapter whose work helped shape devotional hymnody for congregational worship. Richardson’s adaptations were known for their clear theology, gentle language, and suitability for communal singing.

The hymn follows the tradition of Victorian-era sacred music, emphasizing humility, thanksgiving, and a personal response to God’s mercy. Its lyrical structure makes it especially fitting for quiet worship moments, communion services, and meditative organ settings.

When played by Rev. Winfred L. Nartey-Graham, the hymn is brought to life through a reverent organ interpretation that highlights its solemn beauty and spiritual depth, continuing its role as a meaningful expression of Christian praise across generations.

Lyrics 🎶

1. What grace, O Lord, and beauty shone
Around Thy steps below!
What patient love was seen in all
Thy life and death of woe!

2. For ever on Thy burdened heart
A weight of sorrow hung,
Yet no ungentle, murmuring word
Escaped Thy silent tongue.

3. Thy foes might hate, despise, revile,
Thy friends unfaithful prove;
Unwearied in forgiveness still,
Thy heart could only love.

4. O give us hearts to love like Thee,
Like Thee, O Lord, to grieve
Far more for others’ sins than all
The wrongs that we receive.

5. One with Thyself, may every eye
In us, Thy brethren, see
That gentleness and grace that spring
From union, Lord, with Thee.

Beautifully played by Rev. Winfred Lomotey Nartey-Graham.