IT IS WELL WITH MY SOUL

"It Is Well With My Soul" is one of those foundational hymns that every choir knows and every congregation feels deeply. Written by Horatio G. Spafford and set to music by Phillip P. Bliss, it is a profound statement of faith in the face of unimaginable grief. When we sing this in the choir loft, especially during moments of reflection, funerals, or times of communal trial, the words carry a weight that goes far beyond a simple melody. It reminds us that no matter what "sea billows roll" in our lives, there is a deeper peace to be found.

This particular solfa arrangement by K. K. Kendall captures the classic four-part harmony that makes the hymn so powerful. The verses build a narrative from personal sorrow to the ultimate hope of Christ's return—"the sky, not the grave, is our goal." As the voices move from the unison-like storytelling of the verses into the rich, echoing call-and-response of the refrain, you can almost hear the congregation breathing a collective sigh of relief. It is a true anchor for any worship service, offering comfort and an unwavering declaration of trust in God.