The Hymnbook ‎#275A

275A. Amazing Grace—How Sweet the Sound

1 Amazing grace—how sweet the sound—
That saved a wretch like me!
I once was lost, but now am found,
Was blind, but now I see.

2 'Twas grace that taught my heart to fear,
And grace my fears relieved;
How precious did that grace appear
The hour I first believed!

3 Through many dangers, toils, and snares,
I have already come;
'Tis grace has brought me safe thus far,
And grace will lead me home.

4 The Lord has promised good to me,
His word my hope secures;
He will my shield and portion be
As long as life endures.

Amen.

Text Information

• First Line: Amazing grace—how sweet the sound
• Title: Amazing Grace—How Sweet the Sound
• Author: John Newton (1779)
• Meter: C. M.
• Publication Date: 1955
• Scripture:
  Exodus 34:6
  ;
  Psalm 103:8
• Topic: Forgiveness; God: Grace; God: Strength and Refuge; Life in Christ: Repentance and Forgiveness

Tune Information

• Name: AMAZING GRACE
• Arranger: Edwin O. Excell (1851-1921)
• Meter: C. M.
• Key: G Major
• Source: Early American melody