HYMN #0359 SSS #359 • SS&S Meter: 10.6. Sacred Songs & Solos (1,200)

SS&S Hymn #359: Oh, what a Saviour !

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

1

Oh, what a Saviour—that He died for me!
From condemnation He hath made me free;
"He that believeth on the Son, "saith He,
"Hath everlasting life."
"Verily, verily, I say unto you";
"Verily, verily, "message ever new!"
He that believeth on the Son"— ’tis true!—
"Hath everlasting life!"

2

All my iniquities on Him were laid,
All my indebtedness by Him was paid;
All who believe on Him, the Lord hath said,
"Have everlasting life."

3

Though poor and needy, I can trust my Lord;
Though weak and sinful, I believe His word;
Oh, glad mer sage! every child of God
"Hath everlasting life!"

4

Though all unworthy, yet I will not doubt;
For Him that cometh He will not cast out:
"He that believeth, "oh, the good news shout!
"Hath everlasting life!"

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Hymnological Reference • Historical Notes

Background, Themes & Devotional Notes for "Oh, what a Saviour !"

Collection: Sacred Songs & Solos

📜 Historical Background & Origin

This hymn is cataloged as Hymn #359 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: 10.6.
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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