HYMN #0668 SSS #668 • SS&S Meter: P.M. Sacred Songs & Solos (1,200)

SS&S Hymn #668: Resting on the faithfulness of Christ our Lord

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

Resting on the faithfulness of Christ our Lord,
Resting on the fulness of His own sure word;
Resting on His wisdom, on His love and power,
Resting on His covenant from hour to hour.

Resting ’neath His guiding hand for untracked days,
Resting ’neath His shadow from the noontide rays;
Resting at the eventide, beneath His wing,
In the fair pavilion of our Saviour King.

Resting in the fortress while the foe is nigh,
Resting in the lifeboat while the waves roll high;
Resting in His chariot for the swift glad race,
Resting, always resting, in His boundless grace.

Resting in the pastures, and beneath the Rock,
Resting by the waters where He leads His flock;
Resting, while we listen at His glorious feet,
Resting in His arms of love—oh,rest complete!

Resting and believing, let us onward press,
Resting on Himself, "the Lord our Righteousness!"
Resting and rejoicing, let His saved ones sing—
"Glory, glory, glory be to Christ our King!"

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Hymnological Reference • Historical Notes

Background, Themes & Devotional Notes for "Resting on the faithfulness of Christ our Lord"

Collection: Sacred Songs & Solos

📜 Historical Background & Origin

This hymn is cataloged as Hymn #668 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 5 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: 5 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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