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As Those of Old Their Firstfruits Brought
1. As those of old their firstfruits brought
Of vineyard, flock, and field
To God, the giver of all good,
The source of bounteous yield,
So we today our firstfruits 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 You,
Not just to serve Your cause,
but share Your love with neighbors too.
O God who gave Yourself to us
In Jesus Christ Your Son,
Help us to give ourselves each day
Until life's work is done.
WORDS: Frank von Christierson, 1960;
MUSIC: alt.English folk melody Arr. Ralph Vaughan Williams, 1906
Scripture: Deuteronomy 26:1-3 Romans 12:1-2
Theme: Church