sweet is the breath of morning air

sweet is the breath of morning air;
sweet is the dawn, when skies are fair;
sweeter by far than aught beside
in god’s own favor to abide.

blest be the gracious power above
for all our rest, and all his love;
for health preserved, for strength retained,
for faith renewed, and hope regained.

wake, and the song of joy up-raise;
wake, and resound jehovah’s praise;
praise ye the god of death and night;
praise ye the lord of life and light!

o, let thy watchful care, dear lord,
direct each deed, and mold each word;
check every thought that turns astray;
and guide and guard us through the day.