To give glory to God should be the greatest desire of every Christian. We must always be alert in recognizing God’s leading and acknowledge His blessings – the great things He has taught us and the great things He hath done.
This hymn first appeared in a Sunday School collection, Brightest and Best, compiled by William Doane and Robert Lowry in 1875. In 1952 the Billy Graham Crusade Team went to England where they first made extensive use of the hymn in their meetings. It was an immediate success. Upon return to the United States, they found the same enthusiastic response by American audiences. It has been a favorite hymn ever since.
This hymn differs from most of the hymns written by Fanny Crosby in that it is a more objective praise of God rather than the typical subjective testimony of the Christian experience. It is a fine blend of the characteristics of both the hymns and the gospel song.
Today I would like to encourage you to reflect on whether God’s glory is really the desire of your life. Also, give Him a testimony of praise for His blessings.
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