God is Great - Traditional

God is great, and God is good,
And we thank Him for this food.
By His hand we must be fed,
Give us, Lord, our daily bread.
Amen.

God is Great lyrics are a beloved childhood prayer often paired with the phrase God is good to teach the basics of gratitude at the dinner table. The song God is Great provides a rhythmic and easy to remember way for young children to participate in the family's spiritual life. It emphasizes the goodness of the Divine and the provision of daily bread which is a core concept in many Christian traditions. Reciting the God is Great lyrics before eating creates a moment of pause and reflection helping to instill a lifelong habit of thankfulness for the simple necessities of life and the fellowship shared during a meal with loved ones.