God be praised for this past day    

1) God be praised for this past
day, for gifts of life so precious!
God be praised that all our needs
were met with care so gracious!

2) God be praised who gives us all
such work as fits our calling,
gifts of love a thousand-fold,
and Word of mercy sending.

3) Guard us, Lord, with faith's strong shield
and fend off evil's power.
In your love, a refuge strong
we rest and know safe shelter.