As the old year now is waning
And the New Year comes in view,
Blessed Saviour, we acknowledge
Thou hast led us "Hitherto."

"Hitherto" Thy many mercies
Have encompassed every day,
And we have Thy precious promise
Thou wilt be with us alway.

Oh, what peace and joy in knowing
Thou art ever by our side,
And Thy loving hand of wisdom
Will forever be our Guide.

And what blessed reassurance
That Thy mighty arm of power_
That same power that made the heavens_
Guards and keeps us every hour.

What a merciful Redeemer!
What a wondrous Saviour, too!
What a gracious, loving Shepherd
Who has led us "Hitherto."

Entering another New Year,
Pausing, we would contemplate
All Thy love’s accomplished for us,
All Thy mercies, O so great!

And we praise Thee for assurance,
Who has led us "Hitherto,"
That Thy presence will go with us
Every day the New Year through.