783. When We Are Tested
Text Information |
First Line: |
When we are tested and wrestle alone |
Title: |
When We Are Tested |
Author: |
Ruth Duck (1996) |
Meter: |
10.10.10.10 |
Language: |
English |
Publication Date: |
2013 |
Scripture: |
; ; ; ; ; |
Topic: |
Guidance; Healing; Lament; Temptation; The Word; Trust (3 more...) |
Copyright: |
© 1996 Hope Publishing Company |
ONE LICENSE: |
29481 |
Tune Information |
Name: |
ANGELS OF HEALING |
Composer: |
Carlton R. Young (1996) |
Meter: |
10.10.10.10 |
Key: |
D Major |
Copyright: |
© 1996 Abingdon Press (admin. The Copyright Company) |
Text Information:Although the Temptation of Christ is mentioned in all three synoptic gospels (Matthew 4:1–11/Mark 1:12–13/Luke 4:1–13), this hymn is based on the Lukan version. It is notable that each stanza begins “when,” not “if”; temptation is not an optional feature of the spiritual life.