Tuesday, March 10, 2026
Guide Me, O Thou Great Jehova
Psalm 81:11–16
Beth Judd
Interim Dean of Shelton Chapel
“Guide Me, O Thou Great Jehovah,” Glory to God Hymnal #65
Author: William Williams
Music: John Hughes
The people of ancient Israel were reluctant to trust God, who had delivered them out of Egypt, and they sought their own ways rather than trusting in God’s providence. God tells the wanderers they will receive the finest wheat and honey if they merely listen to and follow God’s laws. This famous Welsh text was originally entitled “A prayer for Strength to Go Through the Wilderness of the World.” In it, the author affirms his own weakness and his need to be upheld by God’s powerful hand. If we rely on God in this same way, we will receive the Bread of Heaven in abundance.
The musical selection above is performed by Dr. Jill Nennmann, Austin Seminary interim organist.