Joyful, Joyful! - Hymn Lyrics

1. Joyful, joyful, Lord we adore Thee
   God of glory, Lord of love
   Hearts unfold like flowers before Thee
   Hail Thee as the sun above

Melt the clouds of sin and sadness
Drive the dark of doubt away (drive it away)!
Giver of immortal gladness
Fill us
Fill us with the light of day!
Light of day!

2. All Your words with joy surround You
   Earth and heaven reflect Your rays
   Stars and angels sing around You
   Centre of unbroken praise

Field and forest, vale and mountain
Flowery meadow, flashing sea
Chanting bird and flowing fountain
Call us to rejoice in You

3. You are giving, and forgiving
   Ever blessing, ever blessed
   Wellspring of the joy of living
   Ocean depth of happy rest

You our Father, Christ our brother
All who live in love are Yours
Teach us how to love each other
Lift us to the joy divine