Lyrics
From every stormy wind that blows,
From every swelling tide of woes,
There is a calm, a sure retreat;
'Tis found beneath the mercy seat.
There is a place where Jesus sheds
The oil of gladness on our heads;
A place of all on earth most sweet;
It is the blood bought mercy seat.
There is a scene where spirits blend,
Where friend holds fellowship with friend;
Though sundered far, by faith they meet
Around one common mercy seat.
Ah! there, on eagles' wings we soar,
And sin and sorrow molest no more;
And heav'n comes down, our souls to greet,
While glory crowns the mercy seat.
Oh, let my hand forget her skill,
My tongue be silent, cold, and still,
This bounding heart forget to beat,
If I forget the mercy seat!
Song History & Meaning
Composer / Hymnodist: Hugh Stowell
Life often brings overwhelming storms and tides of sorrow, but we are never without a sanctuary. Jesus invites us to step away from the noise and rest at the throne of grace—the precious mercy seat bought by His love. Here, in His presence, our troubled spirits find sweet peace, healing oil for our wounds, and genuine fellowship. Today, bring whatever storm you are facing to Jesus, knowing His grace is your safe shelter.
📖 Related Scripture Passages:
- Hebrews 4:16: “Let us therefore come boldly to the throne of grace, that we may obtain mercy and find grace to help in time of need.”
- Romans 3:25: “whom God presented as a atoning sacrifice, through faith in his blood, for a demonstration of his righteousness through the remission of sins that had occurred previously,”
- Psalm 23:5: “You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies. You anoint my head with oil. My cup runs over.”