God, who has measured the limits of time?

1. O God, who hast measured the bounds of time, ; With fatherly wisdom dost thou ordain our destinies, ; Now, worshipping at the eve of the year, ; Thy people also come with one heart and soul, crying out, ; Thankful for thy grace. ; ; 2. Thou hast looked with all-powerful eye upon our steps, ; And thy mighty right hand hath kept us from danger, ; Life, health, and the abundance of thy grace, ; All are the gracious gifts of thy goodness; Thankful for thy grace.