In the year ahead, each month I want to share the lyrics to a new hymn I have composed, so that you might enjoy singing them in personal worship or with other believers in Christ. I may end up composing some of the music, but I will generally choose public domain hymn tunes so they are easier to learn. If you would like to share these hymns as a part of a church service or study group, I only ask that you give me credit for composing the lyrics. Otherwise, I am happy if they can be of edification to you and, more chiefly, glory to God.

Below are the lyrics to the first one, a piece called “Humbled by Greatness” which can be sung to the tune of “I Must Tell Jesus.” I was inspired to write these words today while listening to my pastor preach about Mark 9:30-50.

1. Teach us Your greatness through how You served us

Teach us to live in humility

Show us the way of love in our motions:

Quietly giving, joy in each deed.

(Chorus) You are the greatest, You are the highest

We live to praise You, show all Your truth

Guide us in goodness, make us more selfless

That in our actions, they might see You

2. Teach us Your greatness by what You cherish

Teach us to love what’s dear to Your heart

Show us the value of Your creation

Children to aged — precious they are.

(Chorus)

3. Teach us Your greatness so we will keep You

Rightfully lifted, source of our strength

Then when we shine Your light in the darkness

Yours will the glory and honor be.

(Chorus)