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When upon life’s billows you are tempest tossed,
When you are discouraged, thinking all is lost,
Count your many blessings name them one by one,
And it will surprise you what the Lord hath done.
Count your blessings, name them one by one;
Count your blessings, see what God hath done;
Count your blessings, name them one by one,
And it will surprise you what the Lord hath done.
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Are you ever burdened with a load of care?
Does the cross seem heavy you are called to bear?
Count your many blessings, every doubt will fly,
And you will be singing as the days go by.
Count your blessings, name them one by one;
Count your blessings, see what God hath done;
Count your blessings, name them one by one,
And it will surprise you what the Lord hath done.
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When you look at others with their lands and gold,
Think that Christ has promised you His wealth untold.
Count your many blessings, money cannot buy
Your reward in heaven, nor your Lord on high.
Count your blessings, name them one by one;
Count your blessings, see what God hath done;
Count your blessings, name them one by one,
And it will surprise you what the Lord hath done.
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So amid the conflict, whether great or small,
Do not be discouraged, God is over all;
Count your many blessings, angels will attend,
Help and comfort give you to your journey’s end.
Count your blessings, name them one by one;
Count your blessings, see what God hath done;
Count your blessings, name them one by one,
And it will surprise you what the Lord hath done.
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Manchester, United Kingdom
This hymn Blesses my heart so much. The Lord have done so much much for me continually.
Abuja, Nigeria
It's a very nice hymn that I love so much from my primary school day. This I use in taking stock of what the LORD has done for me over the years.
Monroeville, PA, United States
One should never stray from this simple word. I used to think this hymn was of less value than those of a so-called higher truths. But I was wrong. I'll never despise this hymn again. I want to be like a child, just trusting and believing in my wonderful God. I won't despise the small thanks I can give every day. I'm convinced my Lord loves them :)
Ivybridge, Devon, United Kingdom
The antidote to depression! How much more joy-filled we could be if we followed this simple step every day.
Custer, South Dakota, United States
I love this hymn! My mother would often sing this while she was doing tasks around the house! Thank you!!!
Luanshya, Copperbelt, Zambia
Praise God for the message in this song for many are the times the Devil wants to cheat me that I have nothing compared to my friends. He even mentions the names of the friends he thinks are better than I am BUT as soon as this hymn comes to my mind as I start singing it he disappears faster than he came. Praise be to God.
Poland
Amen and amen. Praise be the Almighty. Always. What a wonderful cheerful hymn. I did not know it, but learned just now. Thank you.
I googled " Lord why is my name Tempest?" and this was the first thing that came up. It touched my heart to hear all the beautiful things people had to say about this song and how it gives them hope. I love the Lord with all my heart and I am very happy to be lead to this page. 143.. God is Good.
Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania
I am very uplifted by this beatiful hymn, it reminds of the far God has taken me from, it reminds me of all the the good things that God has done for me ever since I came to this world now I am sure He will never leave nor forsake me.
Abuja, Federal Capital Territory, Nigeria
This song is really beautiful. It is a spirit lifter when you feel discouraged and all hope is lost. God has done a lot for us. We need to always remember what He has done rather than focusing on little challenges!!!