Good day,
The Jamaican national anthem reflects the writer’s firm conviction that as One who is present over all time, a request for blessing upon a young nation that will carry throughout the ages.
As we continue to reflect on the Child of Isaiah 9.6, Jesus our Christ, please join me in praying the words of the Jamaica national anthem. (Although it is a prayer for MY homeland, you are forgiven if this once you substitute the name of your homeland for Jamaica. But only this once) And, as you pray, consider what other attributes are given to God and Christ in the prayer.
Eternal Father bless our land,
Guard us with Thy Mighty Hand,
Keep us free from evil powers,
Be our light through countless hours.
To our Leaders, Great Defender,
Grant true wisdom from above.
Justice, Truth be ours forever,
Jamaica, Land we love.
Jamaica, Jamaica, Jamaica land we love.
Teach us true respect for all,
Stir response to duty’s call, strengthen us the weak to cherish,
Give us vision lest we perish.
Knowledge send us Heavenly Father,
Grant true wisdom from above.
Justice, Truth be ours forever,
Jamaica, land we love.
Jamaica, Jamaica, Jamaica land we love.
In Christ’s love and grace . . .
