Enter your email address to follow Jim's blog and receive notifications of new posts by email. Post was not sent - check your email addresses! Seth and Bessie lead children to sing songs of the Savior. My two favorite Hymns are “Be Not Afraid” and “On Eagles Wing” but I didn’t see them in your directory. A short hymn, but a good about being thankful for the right things. Intrigued and moved by these words, she remembers thinking, “maybe I should write that down.” Thank You that I can trust Your loving care, As I rest in Your hand; Change ). Is it the entire book? Good for you! Change ), You are commenting using your Twitter account. But I’m not sure that I ever understood how profound these words really are. “Thank you, Lord, for saving my soul. The Sykes made at least one recording–which includes the song “Thank You, Lord.” (If you know where I can get a copy of the recording, please let me know.). 40:16). ( Log Out /  The refrain of Mr. Sykes song says: Love, wonderful love, the love of Christ to me, A poster announcing a “Great Gospel Campaign” led by the Sykes. … I thank God for every remembrance of my husband and partner and look forward to our re-union which is sure. Foreword:  Since the original posting of my article, Thank You Lord for Saving My Soul, on January 14, 2011, and a subsequent update on July 14, 2012 the article has been read by internet users thousands of times. This was taken at Largs Ayrshire – they held children’s seaside services there for 9 years 1941 – 1949. Bb œœ Å’Ó F A diamond ‰ j œ œ œ j œ ‰ œ œ Thank You, God, for sav F P œ œœœ Œ ing me. G A7 A9 D7 Thank You Lord, for making me whole. ( Log Out /  1) The Almanac. Jim Davenport is Christian Author who writes on many timely topics from a layman’s viewpoint. John records the results of her testimony in John 4:39 (NIV) – “Many of the Samaritans from that town believed in him because of the woman’s testimony, ‘He told me everything I ever did.’” Her message was simple. In times when I least expect it, I find myself humming the tune and repeating the words over and over: Thank You, Lord, for saving my soul, I learned this song back in 1978, my first year teaching Good News Clubs. Even though the first hour of my day is hectic, when socks are lost, toast is burned, tempers are short, and my … If you can help with the cost of developing and maintaining this site, click on the “Donate” tab above and the page will show you how. Crystal, when I was last in touch with the Sykes family a few years back there were no books available for purchase. It is God’s free gift. See more ideas about Christian shirts, Christian clothing, Christian tshirts. She left her water pot and ran back to town to tell everyone about what Jesus had done for her. Sep 3, 2018 - Explore Rebekah Faith Richardson's board "Thank you Lord for saving my soul" on Pinterest. Today’s society has come to expect such multi-media events complete with Powerpoint presentations, sound, video and references to web sites. In 1929 Sykes left his job and along with his wife became a full-time traveling evangelist. Seth was a slight man with a big heart for Jesus. ( Log Out /  You may send it to jamesldavenport@gmail.com. I have a scanned copy of the interior of the book that I would be willing to share if you are interested. 35:9). You can read Mark’s blog on Seth and Bessie Sykes at this link. Thank You, Lord, for making me whole; God bless you! 5:18). He had come from Scotland to Canada, and somehow had lost touch with Christ. Stream ad-free or purchase CD's and MP3s now on Amazon.com. Here’s a link to HymnPod to play and sing along with the hymn “Thank You Lord for Saving My Soul.” Click on the link and then scroll down to the player and click on the start button. The third line, containing the phrase “wide, wide as the ocean,” may perhaps have contributed to the mistaken idea that the Sykes also wrote the chorus by that name. The Good News circa 1973 - Practice Around the Piano - Charles Thomas, Jim Davenport, Arnold Johnson, Ray Shaw, Copyright © 2011-2020 ….. InfoSys Solutions Associates, Inc. – All Rights Reserved. My cup’s fill’d and running over. A couple of God’s servants who praised Him for that, and preached the good news of it to others, were Scottish evangelists Seth and Bessie Sykes. The tune and words are etched in my memory. Thank You, Lord, for giving to me _____, 1905; d. _____, 1982) Faith and assurance, and victory. Then I got an email from a long ago Christian friend whose name is Jill LORD. I prove His saving grace; Family Portrait 1949 – Seth, Bessie, Seth Jr., Evangeline – provided by Eva Sykes Campbell. This article is included in Jim’s Book, Thank You Lord for Saving My Soul, available in eBook and Paperback editions at Jim’s Bookstore. _____, 1892; d. _____, 1950) and Bessie Sykes (b. I wonder if Seth and Bessie Sykes knew what an impact their simple hymn and chorus would have on future generations. Thank you, Lord, for making me whole.” November 2011 Dear Friends: We often sing this old “Thank you, Lord” song with the children in the afterschool program at the Mission, particularly at mealtimes. John 4:29 (NIV) “Come, see a man who told me everything I ever did. Great Gospel Campaign PosterAnnouncing services led by Seth and Bessie Sykes at the Belfast City Mission. We've found 197 lyrics, 179 artists, and 49 albums matching thank you lord for saving my soul split tracks by gospel kids.. High, high as the heav’ns above, His love to me. It is often helpful to explore the story behind a hymn to better understand the purpose of the songwriters in penning it to begin with. Bessie is reported to have been a warm Christian woman, with a powerful singing voice. “Thank you, Lord was born [in 1940] in a railway carriage between Edinburgh and Glasgow and has been wonderfully used of God. Ephesians 2:8-9 (NIV) For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith—and this is not from yourselves, it is the gift of God— not by works, so that no one can boast. Enjoy. Music: Seth and Bessie Sykes, Links: Thank You, Lord Jesus, for saving my soul, Thank You for loving me; Thank You for cleansing and making me whole… Thank You for Calvary. The electric lantern was used by the Sykes to show slides during their religious services to enhance audience understanding and promote interest in the meetings. Note the emphasis on a “Special Lantern Service” entitled “REVIVAL” that is highlighted on the poster. She didn’t have Biblical training or a special calling. Display Title: Thank You, Lord First Line: Thank You, Lord, for saving my soul Tune Title: [Thank You, Lord, for saving my soul] Author: Seth Sykes, b.1905 Scripture: Psalm 56:12-13 Date: 2001. Love, wonderful love, so rich, so full, so free; I do not know if the Sykes wrote all of the hymns. D G D Thank You Lord for saving my soul. The latter were illustrated with lantern slides (a novelty in those days). Hymnary.org. Jim. In my research I found additional songs by Seth and Bessie Sykes. Seeking the origin of the chorus, he was put in touch with Mr. and Mrs. Sykes and memories of an old friendship were revived.”. Your comments and contributions to the collective knowledge about Seth and Bessie Sykes are most welcome. I simply must tell others what Jesus has done for me. A number are discussed in “A Great Little Man, A Biography of Evangelist Seth Sykes”, copyright 1958, written by Seth Sykes, Jr. and Bessie Sykes. My life’s work is telling others. The following description of the story behind Thank You Lord for Saving My Soul is taken from “A Great Little Man, A Biography of Evangelist Seth Sykes”, copyright 1958, written by Seth Sykes, Jr. and Bessie Sykes. For mercies sure and sweet; Baptist Hymnal 2008 #582. Will you be doing either of those at any time? Thank you, and God Bless. 3) Topical Articles are opinion pieces on many aspects sacred music. Thank you again. Check out Lord Thank You for Saving My Soul by Michael Combs on Amazon Music. But I’m not sure that I ever understood how profound these words really are. named Tracey LORD. Some thank the Lord for friends and home, Posted in V4. Some for the stars that shine; Could this be the Messiah?”. I trust in Him from day to day I prove His saving grace Oh hallelujah Highest praises Oh hallelujah … Let us all with one accord Sing praises to Christ the Lord Let us all unite in song To praise Him all day long VERSE 3. Thy great salvation so rich and free. Words: Seth Sykes (b. A hardy thank you to Eva Sykes Campbell, daughter of Seth and Bessie, and Scott Sykes, their grandson who provided unique information that is included in my article. I have more digging to do as the Lord keeps me busy and equipping the body to be wise virgins. Wordwise Hymns (none) The Sykes were somewhat like today’s media Christian innovators in that they used lantern slides and rousing hymns played by Bessie on a small, folding organ to gain the full interest of their crowds. Together we shall stand in His presence never to part again, and until then, may God help me to keep that memory sweet and green of “A great Little Man.”. Some thank Him for the flow’rs that grow, And if we were to think of prioritizing the things for which we’re grateful to God, certainly His great salvation, provided by our Saviour, should rank at or near the top. But Wide, Wide as the Ocean was written by Austin Miles. It has been translated into more than 70 different languages including French, German, Arabic and Chinese, and is sung both on radio and Television throughout the globe. The S.O.S. Seth and Bessie never looked back after they started their full-time ministry. The following description of the story behind Thank You Lord for Saving My Soul is taken from “A Great Little Man, A Biography of Evangelist Seth Sykes”, copyright 1958, written by Seth Sykes, Jr. and Bessie Sykes. By: Katie Bonzer on October 26, 2014 at 6:36 pm. Authoritative information about the hymn text Thank You, Lord (for saving my soul), with lyrics, audio recordings, and MIDI files. D G D Thank You Lord for saving my soul.D E7 A Thank You Lord, for making me whole.D G D Thank You Lord for giving to me.G D A D Thy great salvation, so rich and free. To sing along with this hymn use this link “Running Over, Running Over”. Renewal 1968, 1973 by Bessie Sykes. Enjoy. Perhaps the full lyrics of the hymn would inspire you to tell others what Jesus means to you. HOW TO USE THIS BLOG Terry, Christian inspired music with a message lasts. I put in my Youtube video a link to this website. Telling others, telling others, If so please let me know, I would love to read them and share them with my husband. I’m grateful For who you are And all you’ve done. Thanks so much. There is no way I can take it for granted. Mr. Sykes began his working life with Glasgow Corporation Tramways, where he was a conductor and motorman. Feb 6, 2020 - Explore Jessica Wilhoite's board "Thank you Lord for saving my soul! The Sykes wrote a number of hymns and choruses to use in their services. Background: Sometimes things just pop into your head from the past and you don’t know why. There are many who are bedridden. Fill in your details below or click an icon to log in: You are commenting using your WordPress.com account. Change ), You are commenting using your Facebook account. Please let me know. A short hymn, but a good one about being thankful for the right things. Recently I have come upon additional information about Seth and Bessie Sykes and want to share it with those who continuously search the internet for “Thank You Lord For Saving My Soul” and happen upon my blog. I trust in Him from day to day, I tell children it’s an “oldie but a goodie.” Recently a chorus that I learned as a child just keeps ringing in my brain for no apparent reason. Since the Lord saved me, I’m as happy as can be, Thanks for getting in touch Katie. Is there any way I can get a copy here in the United States? Along the way, someone–not the Sykes, as far as I know–added a useful second part to the chorus: Thank You, Lord, for answering prayer; My life’s work is telling others, Reflections: Oct.14 | Tags: bessie sykes, jesus saves, love wonderful love, praise jesus, seth sykes, some thank the lord, thank you lord, I’m a new subscriber to your blog and really enjoy it. Evangelists Mr & Mrs Seth Sykes c.1929 – Source Eva Sykes Campbell, daughter of Seth and Bessie Sykes. Wow you know how to keep busy. As the people of God, we should abound in thanksgiving, and be vigilant to saturate our prayers with it–something that will be part of our lives for all eternity (Rev. “As you have therefore received Christ Jesus the Lord, so walk in Him, rooted and built up in Him and established in the faith, as you have been taught, abounding in it with thanksgiving” (Col. 2:6-7). D G D Thank You Lord for giving to me. Wide, wide as the ocean, deep, deep as the sea, 7:12). By: rcottrill on October 24, 2014 at 10:23 pm. 1) What are some reasons to thank the Lord for His great salvation? “Continue earnestly in prayer, being vigilant in it with thanksgiving” (Col. 4:2). Yes! Source: Eva Sykes Campbell, daughter of Seth and Bessie Sykes. G G+ C Cm G Thank You Lord for giving to me. Oh hallelujah Thank you Jesus Oh hallelujah Our God saves. Seth wrote the lyrics and Bessie usually wrote the music. Seth Sykes began his career as a conductor and motorman for Glasgow Corporation Tramways. “Thank you, Lord was born [in 1940] in a railway carriage between Edinburgh and Glasgow and has been wonderfully used of God. D G D Thank You In prayer I would repeat: CHORUS But you can find many others by clicking on the Index tab. Use of the lantern was rather unique for that time and served as an additional draw to encourage folks to attend the special religious meetings conducted by the Sykes. In a similar vein an old gospel song says, “Count your blessings; name them one by one.” That’s a healthy exercise. There is always a current article on a hymn. Until I see His face. Running over, running over, Seth wrote the lyrics to Running Over and H. G. Hunter (and not Bessie) wrote the music. 2) Reflections. They spread the word of the Lord wherever they went. Click on the month you want in the side-bar, then the specific date. 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