Dying with Jesus, by death reckoned mine;
Living with Jesus, a new life divine;
Looking to Jesus till glory doth shine:
Moment by moment, O Lord, I am Thine.
Never a trial that He is not there,
Never a burden that He doth not bear,
Never a sorrow that He doth not share;
Moment by moment I’m under His care.[Chorus]
Never a weakness that He doth not feel,
Never a sickness that He cannot heal;
Moment by moment, in woe or in weal,
Jesus my Savior abides with me still.[Chorus]
Chorus:
Moment by moment I’m kept in His love;
Moment by moment I’ve life from above.
Looking to Jesus till glory doth shine;
Moment by moment, O Lord, I am Thine.
Daniel Whittle, 1893
Read: Colossians 3:1-4
From the mundane to the extraordinary, every moment holds the potential for growth, transformation, and connection. Some have said football is a game of inches, where an inch gained or given can translate into first downs or touchdowns lost or gained. In a similar way, we can think of our Christian life as a series of moments. With each step we take, we are reminded that even the smallest choices can have far-reaching impacts, shaping not only our own lives but also the lives of those around us.
In the midst of uncertain moments, the hymnwriter reminds us of our security in Christ. Because of that security, we can embrace each moment with intentionality and purpose. We are safe in Christ, secure in His unwavering love, and empowered by His Spirit within us.
P.S. Other Daniel Whittle hymns include The Crowning Day, He Is Not Here, Showers of Blessings, and I Know Whom I Have Believed.