CHRISTIAN LIFE >> FAITH & TRUST
SDAH 529
Under His wings I am safely abiding;
Though the night deepens and tempests are wild,
Still I can trust Him; I know He will keep me;
he has redeemed me, and I am His child.
Text
1
Under His wings I am safely abiding;
Though the night deepens and tempests are wild,
Still I can trust Him; I know He will keep me;
he has redeemed me, and I am His child.
Refrain
Under His wings, under His wings,
Who from His love can sever?
Under His wings, my soul shall abide,
Safely abide forever.
2
Under His wings, what a refuge in sorrow!
How the heart yearningly turns to its rest!
Often when earth has no balm for my healing,
There I find comfort, and there I am blest.
3
Under His wings, O what precious enjoyment!
There will I hide till life’s trials are over;
Sheltered, protected, no evil can harm me;
Resting in Jesus I’m safe evermore.
Hymn Info
Biblical Reference
(a) Ps 91:4; Luke 1:68 (b) Ps 91:2 (c) Ps 91:10 (r) Ps 91:14
Author
William O. Cushing (1823-1902)
Metrical Number
11.10.11.10.Ref.
Composer
Ira D. Sankey (1840-1908)
Year Composed
1896
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Notes
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A picture of God’s love featured in the scriptures is the wings of an eagle. Under His wings there is safety and there is love – a love that enables us to love God in return and live for His glory. (Lesson 11, 2nd Quarter 2021 – Thursday, Heavenly Ministry, 6/10/2021)
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