Song Story
Written by Swedish pastor Carl Boberg in 1885, "How Great Thou Art" reflects the majesty of God's creation and His redemptive love through Christ. The hymn has become one of the most beloved worship songs worldwide, translated into numerous languages. Its powerful lyrics have inspired millions of believers to contemplate God's greatness through both nature and salvation. The song beautifully balances the wonder of creation with the profound sacrifice of Christ's redemption.
Full Lyrics
Verse 1:
O Lord my God, when I in awesome wonder
Consider all the worlds Thy hands have made,
I see the stars, I hear the rolling thunder,
Thy power throughout the universe displayed:
Then sings my soul, My Savior God, to Thee:
How great Thou art, how great Thou art!
Then sings my soul, My Savior God, to Thee:
How great Thou art, how great Thou art!
Verse 2:
When through the woods and forest glades I wander
And hear the birds sing sweetly in the trees,
When I look down from lofty mountain grandeur,
And hear the brook and feel the gentle breeze:
Then sings my soul, My Savior God, to Thee:
How great Thou art, how great Thou art!
Verse 3:
And when I think that God, His Son not sparing,
Sent Him to die, I scarce can take it in,
That on the cross, my burden gladly bearing,
He bled and died to take away my sin:
Then sings my soul, My Savior God, to Thee:
How great Thou art, how great Thou art!
Verse 4:
When Christ shall come with shout of acclamation
And take me home, what joy shall fill my heart!
Then I shall bow in humble adoration,
And then proclaim, my God, how great Thou art!
Then sings my soul, My Savior God, to Thee:
How great Thou art, how great Thou art!