HYMN #1182 SSS #1182 • SS&S Sacred Songs & Solos (1,200)

SS&S Hymn #1182: I have heard of a Saviour's love

Complete lyrics, stanzas, and pipe organ accompaniment • Sacred Songs & Solos

I have heard of a Saviour’s love,
And a wonderful love it must be;
But did He come down from above,
Out of love and compassion for me?
"This is a faithful saying, and worthy of all acceptation,
that Christ Jesus came into the world to save sinners."

I have heard how He suffered and bled,
How He languished and died on the tree;
But then is it anywhere said
That He languished and suffered for me?
"He was wounded for our transgressions.
He was bruised for our iniquities;
the chastisement of our peace was upon Him;
and with His stripes we are healed."

I’ve been told of a heaven on high,
Which the children of Jesus shall see;
But is there a place in the sky
Made ready and furnished for me?
"In My Father’s house are many mansions:
if it were not so, I would have told you.
I go to prepare a place for you;
that where I am, there ye may be also."

Lord, answer these questions of mine;
To whom shall I go but to Thee?
And say, by Thy Spirit divine,
There’s a Saviour and heaven for me.
Yes, yes, yes, for me! for me!
Yes, yes, yes, for me! Our Lord from above,
in His infinite love,
On the cross died to save you and me.

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Hymnological Reference • Historical Notes

Background, Themes & Devotional Notes for "I have heard of a Saviour's love"

Collection: Sacred Songs & Solos

📜 Historical Background & Origin

This hymn is cataloged as Hymn #1182 in Sacred Songs & Solos (1,200 Hymns), compiled by the American gospel singer and hymnologist Ira David Sankey (1840–1908).

Sankey popularized these sacred songs during the transatlantic evangelistic campaigns led alongside Dwight L. Moody between 1873 and 1903. The compilation became one of the most widely printed hymnals in Christendom, cherished by Methodist, Baptist, Anglican, Presbyterian, and Pentecostal congregations throughout the world.

🕊️ Devotional Themes & Reflection

Composed of 4 stanzas, the text centers on foundational biblical themes: adoration and praise to God, humble reliance upon divine grace, steadfast faith amid trials, and the everlasting hope of salvation in Jesus Christ.

Whether sung during Sunday corporate worship or read during family devotions and personal prayer, these stanzas guide the believer to reflect on God's unending mercies and steadfast faithfulness across every season of life.

🎼 Musical Structure & Liturgy

Poetic Meter: Standard Metrical Hymnody
Stanza Structure: 4 Verses with cathedral pipe organ accompaniment
Liturgical Placement: Suitable as an Opening Hymn of Praise, Call to Worship, Offertory, or Closing Doxology
Pipe Organ Audio: Multi-verse accompaniment synthesized to support organists, choir rehearsals, and home worship

⚖️ Public Domain Archival: This historic hymn text and tune are in the worldwide public domain and may be freely printed in church bulletins or projected for public worship.

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