Lyrics
May all of your days shine brightly
And your nights blessed with peace
Wherever you lay down to sleep
And all things are made good
For those who believe
May you grow from a seed
Into a strong, fruitful tree
As the days unfold
Hold your breath to see
Life is a mystery
And joy, it is severe
When the way is rough and steep
But love will make your days complete
And may the work of your hands help those in need
Befriend the lonely, serve the weak
And forgive enemies
And if you find true love, one day marry
Bear a child from your seed
Help it to grow into a tree
As the days unfold
Hold your breathe to see
Life is a mystery
And joy, it is severe
When the way is rough and steep
Love will make your days complete
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Meaning & Inspiration
Benediction takes the form of a spoken blessing over an entire life. Its opening images join bright days, peaceful nights, and trust that God can bring good to those who believe. The seed that grows into a fruitful tree gives that hope a living shape, suggesting maturity, endurance, and a life that benefits others. Mystery remains part of life, yet the blessing treats uncertainty as a place for watchfulness rather than fear.
The song does not pretend that joy is easy. It acknowledges rough, steep ways while presenting love as the force that brings a life toward completeness. The final petitions turn that love into concrete action: work that helps people in need, friendship for the lonely, service to the weak, and forgiveness for enemies. Family and faithfulness appear as further places where the seed can grow. Together, these images make the benediction tender yet morally demanding. Its hope is expressed through peace and growth, while its ethical center lies in mercy, service, reconciliation, and enduring love.
Related Scripture
- Romans 8:28 Paul says God works in all things for the good of those who love him.
- Matthew 5:44 Jesus commands love for enemies and prayer for persecutors.
- James 1:27 James describes pure religion as care for people in distress.