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He Shields from the Storms of Life

The Savior's arms are opened wide

Author: E. C. Macartney
Tune: [The Savior's arms are opened wide]
Published in 7 hymnals

Printable scores: PDF, MusicXML
Audio files: MIDI

Representative Text

1. The Savior’s arms are opened wide,
He shields from the storms of life;
We fear no ill when by His side,
He shields from the storms of life.

Refrain
He shields from the storms of life,
He shields from the storms of life;
We’ll praise Him with an endless song,
He shields from the storms of life.

2. No matter where His hand may lead,
He shields from the storms of life;
His loving care supplies our need,
He shields from the storms of life. [Refrain]

3. Though oft our steps have gone astray,
He shields from the storms of life;
He brought us to the narrow way,
He shields from the storms of life. [Refrain]

4. He is our loving Guide and Friend,
He shields from the storms of life;
He’ll safely keep us to the end,
He shields from the storms of life.
Refrain

Source: The Cyber Hymnal #2337

Author: E. C. Macartney

19th Century http://www.hymntime.com/tch/bio/m/a/c/macartney_ec.htm Go to person page >

Text Information

First Line: The Savior's arms are opened wide
Title: He Shields from the Storms of Life
Author: E. C. Macartney
Language: English
Refrain First Line: He shields from the storms of life
Copyright: Public Domain

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The Cyber Hymnal #2337
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The Cyber Hymnal #2337

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