The timeless Christian hymn “Count Your Blessings” was written in 1897 by Johnson Oatman Jr., with music composed by Edwin O. Excell. It remains one of the most beloved songs of gratitude in Christian worship across the world.
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The hymn quickly gained global recognition for its simple yet powerful message, encouraging believers to reflect on God’s goodness. It became especially popular during the Welsh Revival (1904–1905), where it was widely sung in church services and spiritual gatherings.
“Count Your Blessings” reminds listeners to focus on the positive works of God, even in difficult times. It teaches the importance of gratitude — encouraging believers to name their blessings one by one, finding peace, joy, and renewed faith through remembrance of God’s faithfulness.
Listen to, “Count Your Blessings – Hymn” below;
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Count Your Blessings LYRICS – Hymn
When upon life’s billows you are tempest tossed,
When you are discouraged, thinking all is lost,
Count your many blessings name them one by one,
And it will surprise you what the Lord hath done.
Count your blessings, name them one by one;
Count your blessings, see what God hath done;
Count your blessings, name them one by one,
And it will surprise you what the Lord hath done.
Are you ever burdened with a load of care?
Does the cross seem heavy you are called to bear?
Count your many blessings, every doubt will fly,
And you will be singing as the days go by.
When you look at others with their lands and gold,
Think that Christ has promised you His wealth untold.
Count your many blessings, money cannot buy
Your reward in heaven, nor your Lord on high.
So amid the conflict, whether great or small,
Do not be discouraged, God is over all;
Count your many blessings, angels will attend,
Help and comfort give you to your journey’s end.
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