There is no Name so Sweet - Hymn with Lyrics

1. There is no name so sweet on earth,
No name so sweet in heaven -
The name, before His wondrous birth,
To Christ the Saviour given.


Refrain:
We love to sing of Christ our King,
And hail Him blessed Jesus!
For there's no word ear ever ever heard,
So dear, so sweet as "Jesus!"

2. 'Twas Gabriel first that did proclaim,
to His most blessed mother,
That name which now and evermore
We praise above all other. [Refrain]

3. And when he hung upon the tree
They wrote His name above Him,
That all might see the reason we
For evermore must love Him. [Refrain]

4. So now, upon his Father's throne,
Almighty to release us
From sin and pain, He ever reigns -
The Prince and Savior, Jesus. [Refrain]

5. O Jesus! by that matchless name

Thy grace shall fail us never;
Today as yesterday the same,
Thou art the same forever! [Refrain]

6. To Jesus ev'ry knee shall bow
And ev'ry tongue confess Him,
And we unite with saints in light,
Our only Lord, to bless Him. [Refrain]

Scripture; Philippians 2:9-11; Acts 4:12; Matthew 1:21; John 14:13-14

The hymn "There Is No Name So Sweet" is a beloved Christian song that emphasizes the power, beauty, and sweetness of the name of Jesus. The hymn was written by John Newton in 1779, an English clergyman, poet, and hymn writer who is best known for writing the famous hymn "Amazing Grace."

The Story Behind the Hymn

John Newton (1725-1807) lived a dramatic life before becoming a Christian. He was involved in the transatlantic slave trade and led a life marked by rebellion and immorality. However, after a powerful spiritual conversion, Newton became an Anglican minister and a passionate advocate for the abolition of slavery. His deep gratitude for God's grace and mercy became a central theme in his hymns.

"There Is No Name So Sweet" was written as part of Newton's larger body of work that focused on the person and work of Jesus Christ. The hymn reflects Newton's reverence for the name of Jesus, which he viewed as not only a source of salvation but also a comfort and a source of strength for believers.

Newton's hymns often combine theology with personal experience, and this hymn is no exception. The lyrics express the idea that the name of Jesus stands above all others, offering peace, joy, and security. Newton wrote the hymn as a way of encouraging believers to remember the sweetness of the name of Jesus, particularly in times of difficulty and struggle.