Mississippi Children's Choir - All These Blessings Lyrics
Lyrics
Verse 1
All these blessings come from God.
All these blessings come from God.
Eyes to see, ears to hear,
a voice to talk and legs to walk;
all these blessings come from God.
Bridge 1
They come from God, from God,
They come from God, from God,
They come from God, from God,
all these blessings come from God.
They come from God, from God,
They come from God, from God,
They come from God, from God,
all these blessings come from God.
Eyes to see, ears to hear,
a voice to talk and legs to walk;
all these blessings come from God.
Verse 2
All these blessings come from God,
all these blessings come from God.
Flowers, bees, birds, and trees,
God made all of these;
all these blessings come from God.
Bridge 2
They come from God, from God,
They come from God, from God,
They come from God, from God,
all these blessings come from God.
They come from God, from God,They come from God, from God,
They come from God, from God,
all these blessings come from God.
Flowers, bees, birds, and trees,
God made all of these;
all these blessings come from God.
Vamp 1
All these blessings, they come from God.
Vamp 2
All these blessings
Ending
Eyes to see, ears to hear,
a voice to talk and legs to walk;
all these blessings come from God.
Video
"All These Blessings" (1992) Mississippi Children's Choir
Meaning & Inspiration
The song "All These Blessings" by the Mississippi Children's Choir, though originally recorded earlier, was released digitally on December 15, 2017, bringing its timeless message to a wider audience. This piece is a beautiful expression of gratitude, capturing the simple yet profound truth that God's goodness surrounds us, often in ways we might overlook in the busyness of life. It serves as a powerful reminder to pause, take stock, and acknowledge the abundance of grace that flows from above.
At its heart, the song embodies the biblical principle of thanksgiving, urging us to enumerate the gifts God has bestowed upon us. It’s not just about material possessions, but the countless acts of divine favor – protection, provision, love, peace, strength, and salvation itself. This aligns perfectly with calls throughout Scripture to give thanks in all circumstances, as found in 1 Thessalonians 5:18, and to enter God's gates with thanksgiving and His courts with praise, a refrain from Psalm 100:4. The simple, pure voices of the children amplify this message, bringing an unadulterated sincerity that resonates deeply, mirroring the call in Matthew 18:3 to become like little children to enter the kingdom of heaven – suggesting perhaps that a child-like faith is best equipped to truly see and appreciate God's hand at work.
The musical arrangement typically accompanying such gospel pieces, though not needing explicit description here, supports the celebratory and reflective mood. It provides a foundation for the central message: life, when viewed through the lens of faith, is filled with blessings. It challenges the tendency to focus on what might be lacking and redirects our gaze towards the rich inheritance and daily provisions already received. Philippians 4:6 encourages us to bring everything to God with prayer and petition, *with thanksgiving*, because gratitude is an essential part of trusting Him with our needs and recognizing His faithfulness. This song cultivates that spirit of gratitude, reinforcing the truth found in James 1:17 that every good and perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father. It prompts reflection on God’s unfailing love and mercy, which are new every morning, as Lamentations 3:22-23 reminds us. Ultimately, "All These Blessings" is more than just a song; it's an invitation to adopt a perspective rooted in faith, one that actively seeks out and praises God for the myriad ways He blesses His people, fostering a spirit of contentment and deeper trust in His ongoing care.