'How sweet the name of Jesus sounds
In a believer's ear;
It soothes his sorrows, heals his wounds,
And drives away his fear.'
by John Henry Newton
John Henry Newton (July 24, 1725 – December 21, 1807) was an English sailor and Anglican clergyman. Starting his career on the sea at a young age, he became involved with the slave trade for a few years. After experiencing a religious conversion, he became a minister, hymn-writer, and later a prominent supporter of the abolition of slavery. He was the author of many hymns, including "Amazing Grace" and "Glorious Things of Thee are Spoken."
Amen. Jesus is the sweetest name I know!
ReplyDeleteBeen reading your blogs I just haven't signed in. Thanks for staying in touch. Sorry I haven't written.
Having trouble sleeping myself. Nothing in particular just not sleeping good. Hope you feel better now.
I love you! God bless.
I know some of that history. Bro james loved the story behind the hymm
ReplyDeleteI had never read this stanza or poem whichever it is