This is a hymn with multiple levels of meaning that reflects not only on how much time the sun shines throughout our day, but the cycles of time, and also upon how much time we have on this planet. Along with this, times are changing and we will experience increased persecution and limits on our freedoms in the years ahead. It helps us prioritize the importance of the things we do every day. This arrangement is from John Schaum who for many years wrote books for children to learn how to play the piano.