A Sunday Hymn: Now Why This Fear?

Over the weekend, I attended the 2013 Indiana Shepherd’s Conference. It was a joy to fellowship with Indiana pastors and pastor-theologians like George Robinson, Greg Gilbert, Eric Bancroft, and Timothy Beougher.

The topic was evangelism and the conversation was motivating without being condemning. (All that to say, you should listen to the audio when it comes available in a few days).

Still, perhaps one of the greatest highlights of the time was hearing the gospel preached in song. In particular, the words of this old Augustus Toplady song caught my attention. It is called “Now Why This Fear?” and it is wonderful meditation on the good news of Christ’s death in my place. Listen to it and let it tune your heart for worship.

As we approach Sunday, may we let the words of this hymn lead us to praise and thanksgiving.

Now why this fear and unbelief?Has not the Father put to griefHis spotless Son for us?And will the righteous Judge of menCondemn me for that debt of sinNow canceled at the cross? 

Complete atonement You have madeAnd by Your death have fully paidThe debt Your people owedNo wrath remains for us to faceWe’re sheltered by Your saving graceAnd sprinkled with Your blood 

Be still my soul and know this peaceThe merits of your great high priestHave bought your libertyRely then on His precious bloodDon’t fear your banishment from GodSince Jesus sets you free 

Have a gospel-rich Lord’s Day!

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