847. Our Hope, Our Life (Psalm 49)
Text Information |
First Line: |
Our hope, our life are in the Lord |
Title: |
Our Hope, Our Life (Psalm 49) |
Author: |
Martin E. Leckebusch (2006, alt.) |
Meter: |
LM |
Language: |
English |
Publication Date: |
2013 |
Scripture: |
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Topic: |
Christian Life; Eternal Life; Hope; Trusting in the Promises of God (1 more...) |
Copyright: |
© 2006 Kevin Mayhew Ltd. |
ONE LICENSE: |
97164 |
Tune Information |
Name: |
O WALY WALY |
Harmonizer: |
John Weaver (1988) |
Meter: |
LM |
Key: |
G Major |
Source: |
English folk melody |
Copyright: |
Harm. © 1990 Hope Publishing Company |
Text Information:As this recent paraphrase of Psalm 49 illustrates, human beings have long been tempted to put their trust in earthly assets, especially wealth and fame. But these are not enduring possessions, and they cannot save us. Only in God can we find unfailing hope and eternal life.