All The Way My Savior Leads Me Lyrics
Tune Name: ALL THE WAY
Composer: Robert Lowry
Meter: 8.8.8.8
Hymnbook Source: Gospel hymnals
Verse 1
All the way my Savior leads me,
What have I to ask beside?
Can I doubt His tender mercy,
Who through life has been my Guide?
Heav’nly peace, divinest comfort,
Here by faith in Him to dwell!
For I know, whate’er befall me,
Jesus doeth all things well;
For I know, whate’er befall me,
Jesus doeth all things well.
Verse 2
All the way my Savior leads me,
Cheers each winding path I tread,
Gives me grace for every trial,
Feeds me with the living Bread.
Though my weary steps may falter
And my soul athirst may be,
Gushing from the Rock before me,
Lo! A spring of joy I see;
Gushing from the Rock before me,
Lo! A spring of joy I see.
Verse 3
All the way my Savior leads me,
Oh, the fullness of His love!
Perfect rest to me is promised
In my Father’s house above.
When my spirit, clothed immortal,
Wings its flight to realms of day
This my song through endless ages:
Jesus led me all the way;
This my song through endless ages:
Jesus led me all the way.
Hymn Information
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Title | All the Way My Savior Leads Me |
| Author / Lyricist | Fanny J. Crosby (1820–1915) |
| Composer / Tune | Robert Lowry (1826–1899) |
| Date Written / Published | 1875 |
| Historical Context | Written in post-Civil War America; expresses trust and dependence on God’s guidance. |
| Theme / Message | Complete trust in Christ’s guidance and providence. |
| Notable Features | Gentle, flowing melody; emphasis on God’s continual leading. |
| Cultural / Religious Impact | Frequently included in evangelical hymnals and revival services. |
| Source / Scholarship | Fanny J. Crosby: Her Life and Hymns – Edith Blumhofer |
Hymn Similarities and Biblical Scholar Analysis On This Hymn:
| Scholar | View / Interpretation |
|---|---|
| Fanny J. Crosby, American Hymn Writer, 1820–1915 | Crosby authored the hymn, emphasizing divine guidance and personal trust in Christ. |
| John Julian, Author, A Dictionary of Hymnology, 1829–1913 | Julian remarks on its widespread use in devotional services and private prayer. |
| Charles Wesley, Anglican Hymn Writer, 1707–1788 | Wesley’s writings on God’s guidance closely mirror the hymn’s theme of continual reliance. |
| John Newton, Anglican Clergyman & Hymn Writer, 1725–1807 | Newton emphasizes the believer’s dependence on God’s providence, aligning with the hymn. |
| Folliott S. Pierpoint, Anglican Hymn Writer, 1835–1917 | Pierpoint praises the hymn’s lyrical simplicity and pastoral appeal. |
| William Rees (Hyfrydol), Welsh Hymn Writer, 1803–1883 | Rees highlights the hymn’s congregational accessibility and devotional clarity. |
| Philip P. Bliss, American Composer & Evangelist, 1838–1876 | Bliss admired the hymn for its evangelical encouragement and enduring melodic appeal. |
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