When it comes to songs that truly touch the heart, “How Great Thou Art” is in a league of its own. This hymn is more than just a beautiful melody—it’s an anthem of faith, a declaration of awe in the face of the divine. It’s the kind of song that, no matter how many times you hear it, always seems to reach a place deep within your soul, reminding you of the majesty and power of something far greater than ourselves.
The lyrics, which speak of the wonders of creation, the sacrifice of Christ, and the hope of eternal life, resonate with believers across the world. It’s a song that encapsulates the beauty and mystery of faith, drawing us into a place of reverence and gratitude. Whether you’re singing it in a grand cathedral or humming it quietly to yourself, “How Great Thou Art” has a way of bringing peace and perspective, no matter what you’re going through.
The hymn’s origins trace back to a Swedish poem written in the 1880s by Carl Boberg, but it wasn’t until the 20th century that it became the beloved classic we know today. Its journey from a small Scandinavian church to becoming a staple in worship services across the globe is a testament to its timeless appeal.
Elvis Presley, among others, brought this hymn to mainstream audiences, and his rendition is still one of the most beloved. But no matter who is singing it, the power of “How Great Thou Art” lies in its ability to connect us to something bigger—to remind us of the grandeur of the world and the grace that sustains it
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Jesus asked his disciples:
“Who do the people think I am?”
They said, “Some think you’re John the Baptist
Some think Elijah, some Jeremiah
Others think you’re one of the prophets”
But Simon Peter said, “You’re Christ
Son of the living God”
Oh, Lord my God, when I in awesome wonder
Consider all the worlds Thy hands have made
I see the stars, I hear the rolling thunder
Thy art throughout the universe displayed
Then sings my soul my Saviour God to Thee
How great Thou art, how great Thou art
Then sings my soul my Saviour God to Thee
How great Thou art, how great Thou art
When Christ shall come with shouts of acclamation
And take me home, what joy shall fill my heart
Then I shall bow in humble adoration
And then proclaim, “My God how great Thou art”
Then sings my soul my Saviour God to Thee
How great Thou art, how great Thou art
Then sings my soul my Saviour God to Thee
How great Thou art, how great Thou art
Then sings my soul my Saviour God to Thee
How great Thou art, how great Thou art