HYMN #0841 SSS #841 • SS&S Sacred Songs & Solos (1,200)

SS&S Hymn #841: Tis the promise of God

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

1

’Tis the promise of God full salvation to give
Unto him who on Jesus, His Son,will believe.
Hallelujah! ’tis done; I believe on the Son;
I am saved by the blood of the Crucified One!

2

Though the pathway be lonely and dangerous too,
Surely Jesus is able to carry me through.

3

Many loved ones have I in yon heavenly throng—
They are safe now in glory, and this is their song:

4

Little children I see standing close by their King,
And He smiles, as their song of salvation they sing:

5

There are prophets and kings in that throng I behold,
And they sing as they march through
the streets of pure gold:

6

There’s a part in that chorus for you and for me,
And the theme of our praises for ever will be:

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Hymnological Reference • Historical Notes

Background, Themes & Devotional Notes for "Tis the promise of God"

Collection: Sacred Songs & Solos

📜 Historical Background & Origin

This hymn is cataloged as Hymn #841 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 6 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: 6 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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