The Anchored Soul

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I've anchored my soul in the haven of rest (Chorus)

Author: William O. Cushing
Published in 2 hymnals

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I've anchored my soul in the haven of rest,
I sail the wide sea no more;
Now the tempest may sweep o'er the wild stormy deep,
But in Jesus I'm safe evermore.

Source: The Song Book of the Salvation Army #c178

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Author: William O. Cushing

Rv William Orcutt Cushing USA 1823-1902. Born at Hingham, MA, he read the Bible as a teenager and became a follower of the Orthodox Christian school of thought. At age 18 he decided to become a minister, following in his parents theology. His first pastorate was at the Christian Church, Searsburg, NY. He married Hena Proper in 1854. She was a great help to him throughout his ministry. He ministered at several NY locations over the years, including Searsburg, Auburn, Brookley, Buffalo, and Sparta. Hena died in 1870, and he returned to Searsburg, again serving as pastor there. Working diligently with the Sunday school, he was dearly beloved by young and old. Soon after, he developed a creeping paralysis that caused him to lose his… Go to person page >

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