HYMN #0356 SSS #356 • SS&S Meter: P.M Sacred Songs & Solos (1,200)

SS&S Hymn #356: The Gospel belis are

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

1

The Gospel bells are ringing,
Over land, from sea to sea;
Blessed news of free salvation
Do they offer you and me.
"For God so loved the world
That His only Son He gave;
Whosoe’er believeth in Him
Everlasting life shall have."
Gospel bells, ... how they ring.
Over land, from sea to sea;
Gospel bells ... freely bring ...
Blessed news to you and me.

2

The Gospel bells invite us
To a feast prepared for all;
Do not slight the invitation,
Nor reject the gracious call."
I am the Bread of life;
Eat of Me, thou hungry soul;
Though your sins be red as crimson,
They shall be as white as wool."’

3

The Gospel bells give warning,
As they sound from day to day,
Of the fate which doth await them
Who for ever will delay."
Escape thou for thy life,
Tarry not in all the plain;
Nor behind thee look—oh, never.
Lest thou be consumed in pain."

4

The Gospel bells are joyful,
As they echo far and wide,
Bearing notes of perfect pardon,
Through a Saviour crucified.
"Good tidings of great joy
To all people do I bring;
Unto you is born a Saviour,
Which is Christ the Lord" and King.

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Hymnological Reference • Historical Notes

Background, Themes & Devotional Notes for "The Gospel belis are"

Collection: Sacred Songs & Solos

📜 Historical Background & Origin

This hymn is cataloged as Hymn #356 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: P.M
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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