Today’s hymn comes from Judson Van de Venter (1855-1939). He was a teacher in a public school who later left his field of teaching and become an evangelist. Speaking of this hymn he said “The song was written while I was conducting a meeting at East Palestine, Ohio, and in the home of George Sebring (founder of Sebring Campmeeting Bible Conference . . .). For some time, I had struggled between developing my talents in the field of art and going into full-time evangelistic work. At last the pivotal hour of my life came, and I surrendered all. A new day was ushered into my life. I became and evangelist and discovered down deep in my soul a talent hitherto unknown to me. God had hidden a song in my heart, and touching a tender chord, he caused me to sing.”1. There are many versions of this song to choose from, however why not use this as a prayer to God instead? Enjoy!
All to Jesus I surrender,
All to Him I freely give;
I will ever love and trust Him,
In His presence daily live.
Refrain:
I surrender all, I surrender all;
All to Thee, my blessed Savior,
I surrender all.
All to Jesus I surrender,
Make me, Savoour, wholly Thine;
Let me feel Thy Holy Spirit,
Truly know that Thou art mine.
Refrain
All to Jesus I surrender,
Lord, I give myself to Thee;
Fill me with Thy love and power,
Let Thy blessing fall on me.
Refrain
1http://www.umcdiscipleship.org/resources/history-of-hymns-i-surrender-all
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