- Savior, Thy dying love
Thou gavest me,
Nor should I aught withhold,
Dear Lord, from Thee;
In love my soul would bow,
My heart fulfill its vow,
Some off’ring bring Thee now,
Something for Thee. - O’er the blest mercy seat,
Pleading for me,
My feeble faith looks up,
Jesus, to Thee:
Help me the cross to bear,
Thy wondrous love declare,
Some song to raise, or prayer,
Something for Thee. - Give me a faithful heart—
Likeness to Thee,
That each departing day
Henceforth may see
Some work of love begun,
Some deed of kindness done,
Some wand’rer sought and won,
Something for Thee. - All that I am and have—
Thy gifts so free—
In joy, in grief, through life,
O Lord, for Thee!
And when Thy face I see,
My ransomed soul shall be
Through all eternity,
Something for Thee.
The hymn "Savior! Thy Dying Love" is a beautiful expression of devotion and gratitude to Jesus for His sacrificial love. It is a call for believers to dedicate their lives and offerings to Christ in response to His ultimate gift of love.
Hymn Details
- Author: Sylvanus Dryden Phelps (1816–1895), a Baptist minister and poet. He wrote this hymn in 1862 as an expression of his faith and gratitude to Jesus.
- Composer: Robert Lowry (1826–1899), a well-known composer of gospel hymns, provided the music for this hymn.
Background:
This hymn is a heartfelt reflection on Christ's love, particularly His sacrifice on the cross, and an expression of the believer’s desire to live a life dedicated to Him. The lyrics convey a sense of humility, devotion, and a deep commitment to serve and honor Jesus.
It is often sung during worship services focused on themes of dedication, stewardship, and gratitude.
Scripture: Romans 5:8; 12:1
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