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I Know Whom I Have Believed
Staff Notation • Sacred, Hymns
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Different typesettings and voicings of the same work. This page shows the main edition; the others are below.
SATB · Nikolaus Hold
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I Know Whom I Have Believed by James McGranahan — Lyrics
1. I know not why God's wondrous grace
to me he has made known,
nor why, unworthy, Christ in love
redeemed me for his own.
But "I know whom I have believed
and am persuaded that he is able
to keep that which I've committed
unto him against that day."
2. I know not how this saving faith
to me he did impart,
nor how believing in his Word
wrought peace within my heart.
But
3. I know not how the Spirit moves,
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About I Know Whom I Have Believed
This SATB arrangement of the familiar hymn I Know Whom I Have Believed opens with a gentle, reflective musical idea, gradually unfolding the text's message of unwavering faith. The composer explores the profound mystery of God's grace and salvation, contrasting the singer's lack of understanding regarding the 'why' and 'how' with a deep, personal certainty of belief. The music builds in intensity as the text moves from the past redemption to the present assurance and the anticipation of future encounters with Christ. The four-part harmony supports the lyrical content, offering moments of rich sonority and intimate contemplation, ultimately expressing a steadfast trust in God's ability to keep what has been committed to Him.
