New Every Morning Is the Love

“New Every Morning Is the Love” is a morning hymn by John Keble, first published in 1827 as part of The Christian Year. Keble, a central figure in the Oxford Movement, wrote this hymn to encourage daily devotion and a renewed awareness of God’s constant mercy. The hymn reflects a quiet, reflective spirit, inviting believers to begin each day with gratitude and trust in God’s faithfulness.

The opening line is directly inspired by Lamentations 3:22-23: “It is of the Lord’s mercies that we are not consumed… they are new every morning: great is thy faithfulness” (KJV). Keble captures this truth by reminding the believer that each new day is evidence of God’s enduring love. His mercies are not exhausted, but continually renewed, providing fresh grace for daily living.

Psalm 92:1-2 speaks of declaring God’s lovingkindness in the morning and His faithfulness every night. The hymn reflects this rhythm of daily worship, encouraging believers to frame their day with praise. Morning becomes a time to acknowledge God’s goodness and to commit the day to His care.

Psalm 118:24 affirms that each day is made by the Lord and is therefore a reason for rejoicing. Keble’s hymn gently leads the worshipper to embrace this perspective, seeing even ordinary days as gifts from God, filled with purpose and opportunity for service.

Matthew 6:11, “Give us this day our daily bread,” highlights dependence on God for daily provision. The hymn echoes this reliance, encouraging a humble trust in God for both physical and spiritual needs. Each day is received not with anxiety, but with confidence in God’s faithful provision.

“New Every Morning Is the Love” remains a cherished hymn for personal and corporate devotion. Its calm and meditative tone provides a fitting beginning to the day, reminding believers that God’s love is constant and His mercies are ever fresh. Through its strong scriptural foundation and gentle encouragement, the hymn calls the church to live each day in gratitude, trust, and faithful obedience to the God whose love never fails.