WHAT CAN WASH MY SIN AWAY

 KIL’ O LE W’ ESE MI NU – 

YMHB 555

Author: Robert Wadsworth Lowry

Bi a ba so okan wa di otun pelu Oro Olorun, ti a si gba lati ma rin ninu agbara iwa laye Olorun ninu wa, automatically the blood of Jesus removes the stains of our old sins which we have done and makes us clean in our soulish heart, till we can no more remember the guilt of the bad emotion that might have come to us because of sin. (Rom. 12:2; Col. 3:10; Heb. 9:14).

Once we choose to confess our sins, God our father in Heaven is faithful and just to forgive us our sins. The moment we confess our sins, the fellowship with our Heavenly Father will be restored because of His faithfulness to perform His word (I John 1:9; Jer. 1:12; II Tm. 2:13).

We are not forgiven because of the act of our confession but our confession brings the sacrifice of our Lord Jesus on behalf of us on the cross once again before God the father and this are forgiven (I John 2:1-2).

The Author of this Hymn Robert Wadsworth Lowly wrote this poem “Nothing but the blood of Jesus” in 19^th century. Ever since then this Hymn has been a all time favourite Song for the theme of the Blood of Jesus. In this Song we can see clearly that the blood of Jesus was shed on the cross for our pardon, cleansing and wholeness in our spirit, soul and body which has been tainted by sin nature.

Our forefather Adam took one eternal wrong choice when tested by God and the result has been devastating. Sin nature came into all of us to control and destroy us without God and His guidance. (Rom. 5:12). We are not sinners because we sin, we sin because we are sinners. So our sin were washed through His blood in such a way.

Now my Brothers and Sisters, we are completely forgiven of our past (Col. 2:13-14). Praise the Lord!

With this please join me as we Sing this Hymn.

YMHB 555

1.    Kil’ o le w’ ese mi mu,

Ko si, lehin eje Jesu;

Kil’ o le tun wo mi san,

Ko si, lehin eje Jesu,

‘Yebiye l’ eje na

T’ o so mi di mimo,

Ko s’ isun miran mo,

Ko si, lehin eje Jesu.

2.    Ko s’ ohun le we mi mo,

Ko si, lehin eje Jesu;

Nko l’ ebe mi fun ‘fiji,

Ko si, lehin eje Jesu.

‘Yebiye l’ eje na, etc.

3.    Etutu f’ ese ko si,

Ko si, lehin eje Jesu;

Ise rere kan ko si,

Ko si, lehin eje Jesu,

‘Yebiye l’ eje na, etc.

4.    Nko ni ireti, miran,

Ko si, lehin eje Jesu;

Nko si ododo miran,

Ko si, lehin eje Jesu,

‘Yebiye l’ eje na, etc.

Adesegun Akitoye

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THERE SHALL BE SHOWERS OF BLESSINGS

There shall be showers of Blessings -

SH 221

Without the beautiful benefits of the season of winter, earth cannot produce the precious seeds and harvest of spring and fall.

God in His infinite mercy gave us the four seasons for a purpose and each affects the other three.

Today’s verse and song speaks of showers of blessing, penned down by man called Daniel W. Whittle. Daniel was born on November 22, 1840 and died on 4^th March, 1901. Whittle served as a major in the civil war, where he lost his right arm and was known thereafter as Major Whittle.

On one cold whether day as Soldier were returning home from struggle, there was a dying young Soldier but because Daniel had been seen reading a Bible he obeyed a request to pray with the dying Soldier. It was at this young man’s sick bed that he asked God for forgiveness.

Major Whittle then prayed with the young Soldier and the Soldier found Christ before passing away. The Lord used this situation to draw Major Whittle and the young dying Soldier to Himself.

What a blessed story this was to read! After the war, Major Whittle became treasurer of a watch company. It was in this company’s quiet vault that he committed his life to the Gospel.

Major Whittle not only wrote this blessed Hymn but also wrote two more: The Banner of the Cross and Christ liveth in me.

Please enjoy this Song as its words bring hope and encourage us to seek after God.

SH 221

1.    There shall be showers of blessings

This is the promise of love

There shall be seasons refreshing

Sent from the Saviour above.

Showers of blessing

Showers of blessing we need

Mercy drops round us are falling

But for the showers we plead.

2.    There shall be showers of blessing

Precious reviving again;

Over the hills and valleys,

Sound of abundance of rain.

3.    There shall be showers of blessing

Send them upon us, O Lord!

Grant to us now a refreshing,

Come, and now honour Thy word.

4.    There shall be showers of blessing

Oh that today they might fall,

Now as to God we’re confessing,

Now as on Jesus we call.

Adesegun Akitoye

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FAITH OF OUR FATHERS, LIVING STILL

Faith of our Fathers, living still – 

EMHB 402

The history of the Christian faith is a rich heritage of countless people whose faith in God were considered more dearly than life itself.

This Hymn, “Faith of our fathers” written by Fredrick W. Faber in the 19^th century obviously has to do with Christians suffering persecution and the inspiration that their heroic witness gave to their fellow Christians.

Indeed, we are always inspired, by stories of Christians who maintain their faith in the face of persecution or death such as Paul and Silas, John the Baptiser and many early Church fathers. Also this Hymn is a story of victory in the midst of the struggle of success built on sacrifices.

People of God, whatever we are facing today in the cause of the gospel, it is normal. The Church’s life from the very beginning suffered persecution and is still part of its life today. If we can’t witness the Roman persecution of Christians in the 1^st century so also this pervasive persecution in various Countries around the World today…… In China, Vietnam, Indonesia, Iran, Nigeria and many others Countries.

Dear household of God, the three stanzas found in our Hymnal are very usable for evangelical worship. These can be re-interpreted to challenge our commitment and loyalty to the gospel that our spiritual fathers often died to defend.

Brothers and Sisters in Christ, let us enjoy this symbolic hymn together.

EMHB 402

1.    Faith of our fathers, living still

In spite of dungeon, fire, and sword,

O how our hearts beat high with joy

Whene’er we hear that glorious word.

Faith of our fathers! Holy faith!

We will be true to thee till death.

2.    Our fathers, chained in prisons dark,

Were still in heart and conscience free;

And blest would be their children’s fate,

Though they, like them, should die for thee.

3.    Faith of our fathers! God’s great power

Shall soon all nations win for thee;

And through the truth that comes from God

Mankind shall then indeed be free.

4.    Faith of our fathers! We will love

Both friend and foe in all our strife,

And preach thee, too, as love knows how,

By kindly words and virtuous life.

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WHAT SHALL I RENDER TO MY GOD FOR ALL HIS MERCY'S STORE

1.    What shall I render to my God for all His mercy's store? –

 EMHB 399

Tune: University

Charles Wesley the author of this Hymn was born on 18^th December, 1707, in Epworth Lincolnshire. He studied at Christ Church College, Oxford, where he formed a small group of fellow students the “Oxford Methodists”, or the “Holy Club”, later joined by his brother John Wesley, the founder of the group. In 1735, he was ordained and accompanied his brother John Wesley to Georgia as Secretary to Governor James Oglethrope, returning to England just the following year. He was the tireless lieutenant of his more famous brother.

Like many people at that time, they found the worship in the Church of England quiet tedious and monotonous, so they launched the movement with a renewed emphasis on emotional involvement, singing and studying the Bible. Charles Wesley died on March 29, 1788. Many of his Hymns remain as popular and as favorites among Christians.

Scriptural reference for this Hymn is Psalm 116:12 “What shall I render to the Lord for all His benefits towards me?

“University”, the tune for this rendition was composed by Sir. J. Randall (1715-1799), who was a choir-boy at the Chapel Royal, and was educated in Music.

As we journey onwards in the pathway of life, we ought frequently to look back, and standing, as it were, on the shadowy side of the hill, review the way by which God has led us. If we would keep alive our gratitude – if we would have it to increase more and more, until like a holy flame, it burns within us – we must often, in thought, retrace the varied turning and windings of our earthly pilgrimage.

Let us enjoy the tune “University”

EMHB 399

1.    What shall I render to my God

For all His mercy’s store?

I’ll take the gifts He hath bestowed,

And humbly ask for more.

2.    The sacred cup of saving grace

I will with thanks receive,

And all His promises embrace,

And to His glory live.

3.    My vows I will to His great name

Before His people pay,-

And all I have, and all I am,

Upon His altar lay.

4.    Thy lawful servant, Lord, I owe

To Thee whate’er is mine,

Born in Thy family below,

And by redemption Thine.

5.    Thy hands created me, Thy hands

From sin have set me free,

The mercy that hath loosed my bands

Hath bound me fast to Thee.

6.    The God of all-redeeming grace

My God I will proclaim,

Offer the sacrifice of praise,

And call upon His name.

7.    Praise Him, ye saints, the God of love,

Who hath my sins forgiven,

Till, gathered to the church above,

We sing the songs of heaven.

O FOR A THOUSAND TONGUES TO SING

O FOR A THOUSAND TONGUES TO SING – EMHB 1

Author: Charles Wesley (1707-1788)

Composer: Carl G. Glaser (1784-1829)

Tune: Azmon

Biblical Reference: “Let everything that hath breath praise the Lord. Praise ye the Lord”. – Psalm 150:6

Introduction

It is generally agreed that Isaac Watts and Charles Wesley have been the two most influential writers of English Hymnody to date. God providentially raised Charles Wesley up to take the harp of Watts when the older poet laid it down and thus kept the Church’s song vibrant.

“O for a thousand tongues” was written on the occasion of Charles’ eleventh anniversary of his own Aldersgate conversion experience. It is thought to have been inspired by a chance remark by Peter Bohler, an influential Moravian leader who exclaimed “Had I a thousand tongues, I would praise Christ Jesus with all of them”.

The Hymn originally had nineteen stanzas and when published was entitled “For the anniversary day of one’s conversion”. Most of the verses no longer used, dealt in a very personal way with Wesley’s conversion experience.

Charles Wesley died on March 29, 1788 having spent over 50 years in the service of the Lord he loved so intimately and served so effectively even as he laid on his death bed, it was said that he dictated a final Hymn of Praise to his wife.

Let us all sing this Hymn as if each one of us has a thousand tongues.

EMHB 1

1. O for a thousand tongues to sing
My great Redeemer’s praise,
The glories of my God and King,
The triumphs of His grace!

2. My gracious Master and my God,
Assist me to proclaim,
To spread through all the earth abroad
The honours of thy name.

3. Jesus! The name that charms our fears,
That bids our sorrows cease;
‘Tis music in the sinner’s ears,
‘Tis life, and health, and peace.

4. He speaks, and, listening to His voice,
New life the dead receive,
The mournful, broken hearts rejoice,
The humble poor believe.

5. He breaks the power of cancelled sin,
He sets the prisoner free;
His blood can make the foulest clean,
His blood availed for me.

6. See all your sins on Jesus laid:
The Lamb of God was slain,
His soul was once an offering made
For every soul of man.

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