HYMN #0040 SSS #40 • SS&S Meter: P.M. Sacred Songs & Solos (1,200)

SS&S Hymn #40: Jesus, my Saviour, to Bethlehem came

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

Jesus, my Saviour, to Bethlehem came,
Born in a manger to sorrow and shame;
Oh, it was wonderful—blest be His name!
Seeking for me, for me!
Seeking for me! for me! . .
Seeking for me! for me! . .
Oh, it was wonderful—blest be His name
Seeking for me, for me

Jesus, my Saviour, on Calvary’s tree,
Paid the great debt, and my soul
He set free;
Oh, it was wonderful—how could it be?
Dying for me, for me!
Dying for me! for me! . .
Dying for me! for me! . .
Oh, it was wonderful—how could it be?—
Dying for me, for me!

Jesus, my Saviour, the same as of old,
While I was wand’ring afar from
the fold,
Gently and long did He plead with
my soul,
Calling for me, for me!
Calling for me! for me! . .
Calling for me! for me! . .
Gentfy and long did He plead with
my soul,
Calling for me, for me!

Jesus, my Saviour, shall come from
on high—
Sweet is the promise as weary
years fly;
Oh, I shall see Him descend from
the sky,
Coming for me, for me!
Coming for me! for me! . .
Coming for me! for me! . .
Oh, I shall see Him descend from
the sky,
Coming for me, for me!

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Hymnological Reference • Historical Notes

Background, Themes & Devotional Notes for "Jesus, my Saviour, to Bethlehem came"

Collection: Sacred Songs & Solos

📜 Historical Background & Origin

This hymn is cataloged as Hymn #40 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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