Lyrics
Tis so sweet to trust in Jesus
Just to take Him at His Word,
Just to rest upon His promise,
Just to know, "Thus saith the Lord."
Jesus, Jesus, how I trust Him
How I've proved Him o'er and o'er!
Jesus, Jesus, precious Jesus!
O for grace to trust Him more!
O how sweet to trust in Jesus
Just to trust His cleansing blood,
Just in simple faith to plunge me
'Neath the healing, cleansing flood!
Jesus, Jesus, how I trust Him
How I've proved Him o'er and o'er!
Jesus, Jesus, precious Jesus!
O for grace to trust Him more!
Yes, 'tis sweet to trust in Jesus,
Just from sin and self to cease,
Just from Jesus simply taking
Life and rest and joy and peace.
Jesus, Jesus, how I trust Him
How I've proved Him o'er and o'er!
Jesus, Jesus, precious Jesus!
O for grace to trust Him more!
I'm so glad I learned to trust Thee
Precious Jesus, Savior, Friend
And I know that Thou art with me
Will be with me to the end.
Jesus, Jesus, how I trust You
How I've proved You o'er and o'er!
Jesus, Jesus, precious Jesus!
O for grace to trust You more!
Song History & Meaning
Composer / Hymnodist: Luisa M. R. Stead and William Kirkpatrick
There is a profound peace that comes from simply taking Jesus at His Word. In a world full of noise and uncertainty, this timeless hymn reminds us that resting on God's promises isn't a complex effort—it is a sweet, daily posture of surrender. As we look back on how faithful He has been time and time again, our hearts are invited to lean in even closer. May you find quiet joy today in trusting the One who has never broken a promise.
📖 Related Scripture Passages:
- Proverbs 3:5-6: “Trust in Yahweh with all your heart, and don’t lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make your paths straight.”
- Hebrews 10:23: “Let us hold fast the confession of our hope without wavering; for he who promised is faithful.”
- John 14:1: ““Don’t let your heart be troubled. Believe in God. Believe also in me.”