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229. I Know Whom I Have Believed

1 I know not why God’s wondrous grace
To me He hath made known,
Nor why, unworthy, Christ in love
Redeemed me for His own.

Refrain:
But “I know Whom I have believed,
And am persuaded that He is able
To keep that which I’ve committed
Unto Him against that day.”

2 I know not how this saving faith
To me He did impart,
Nor how believing in His Word
Wrought peace within my heart. (Refrain)

3 I know not how the Spirit moves,
Convincing men of sin,
Revealing Jesus through the Word,
Creating faith in Him. (Refrain)

4 I know not when my Lord may come,
At night or noonday fair,
Nor if I walk the vale with Him,
Or "meet Him in the air." (Refrain)

Text Information
First Line: I know not why God's wondrous grace
Title: I Know Whom I Have Believed
Author: Daniel W. Whittle, 1840-1901
Refrain First Line: But "I know whom I have believed
Language: English
Publication Date: 1957
Topic: Church: Her Faith; Dedication: of Building; Perseverance (1 more...)
Tune Information
Name: [I know not why God's wondrous grace]
Composer: James McGranahan, 1840-1907
Key: E♭ Major



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