LBW #326, "My Heart is Longing"
Devotion
This is a Swedish hymn sung to a Norwegian folk tune. Its author, Princess Eugenie of Sweden (1830-1889), was known for her piety. It is an enthusiastic hymn that can hardly wait to be sung.
This is a song filled with hope in the grace of God. Hope is what keeps faith alive. There is a spirit of joyous anticipation and praise that rings throughout the hymn. Even as a teenager, I loved to sing this hymn. It lifted my soul.
While we welcome new hymns that flow out of the faith of people today, there are some hymns from the past that will continue to fuel the faith today, and will do so for years to come. This is one of them.
Prayer
Lord Jesus, hear our songs as they rise to you. May they lift our spirits and bring you joy. Amen.