Hymn of the English Revival by Grace Holloway in the Key of G
A hymn reflecting eighteenth century evangelical revivals in England, highlighting open air preaching, hymn singing, and concern for social reform. It notes how new hymns gave ordinary people language to express personal faith and assurance.
Opening line of Hymn of the English Revival: On cobbled streets and in open fields the word rang out above the clatter of the day.
Closing line of Hymn of the English Revival: Fan into flame in us the compassion that carried grace to mines and mills and crowded hearts.
Bible Verses Related to Hymn of the English Revival: Romans 10:14-15 | James 2:14-17
Thoughts about Hymn of the English Revival: This hymn recalls revival preachers who left formal pulpits to preach in fields and industrial towns. It notes how hymn singing and social concern for prisoners and workers accompanied revival. The devotional aim is to join proclamation with practical mercy and to encourage congregations to sing and serve in ways that transform communities.
Thoughts about Hymn of the English Revival by famous people:
John Wesley | The world is my parish and mercy is my task