I Know That My Redeemer Lives

Back in May of 2010 I set these words to “Azmon” (“O For a Thousand Tongues”), but this tune, though less well-known, is a better match. In The United Methodist Hymnal, it is #417, and the text is Charles Wesley’s “O For a Heart to Praise My God”. This hymn sheet (in four-part harmony) is available to you upon request.

Words: Gary Hicks (2010)

Tune: “Richmond” by Thomas Haweis (1792)

I know that my Redeemer lives

The thunder claps and cries

The oceans roar to lift His name

He speaks from starry skies.

And though I face this darkening hour

With struggles in my soul

I will not yield to dark despair

My God is in control.

The sun will shine, the clouds roll back

The birds resume their song

And from these troubles I shall rise

With joy to sing along.

I know that my Redeemer lives

And on the earth shall stand

I rest, I nestle in His arms

And trust His mighty hand.