Experience the gentle and restorative spirit of “Tell Me the Story of Jesus” in this peaceful instrumental arrangement. This rendition is designed to provide a worshipful atmosphere for reflection, centering on the “sweetest story ever heard”—the life, sacrifice, and victory of our Savior.
The Scriptural Foundation
This hymn is a beautiful melodic echo of the truth found in 1 Timothy 2:5-6:
“For there is one God and one Mediator between God and men, the Man Christ Jesus, who gave Himself a ransom for all, to be testified in due time.”
The lyrics petition the Lord to “write on my heart every word,” acknowledging that the story of the ransom paid at the cross is the ultimate testimony of God’s love for humanity.
The Story Behind the Hymn
Written in 1880 by the “Queen of Gospel Song Writers,” Fanny J. Crosby, this hymn reflects her unique ability to “see” the story of Jesus through the eyes of faith. Though blind from six weeks of age, Crosby wrote over 8,000 hymns, often stating that her lack of physical sight allowed her to focus more clearly on the “sweetest story” of her Redeemer.
Hymn Lyrics (Part I)
1
Tell me the story of Jesus,
Write on my heart every word;
Tell me the story most precious,
Sweetest that ever was heard.
Tell how the angels in chorus
Sang as they welcomed His birth,
“Glory to God in the highest,
Peace and good tidings to earth.”
Refrain
Tell me the story of Jesus,
Write on my heart every word;
Tell me the story most precious,
Sweetest that ever was heard.
Hymn Lyrics (Part II)
2
Fasting alone in the desert,
Tell of the days that are past,
How for our sins He was tempted,
Yet was triumphant at last.
Tell of the years of His labor,
Tell of the sorrow He bore;
He was despised and afflicted,
Homeless, rejected and poor.
3
Tell of the cross where they nailed Him,
Writhing in anguish and pain;
Tell of the grave where they laid Him,
Tell how He liveth again.
Love in that story so tender,
Clearer than ever I see;
Stay, let me weep while you whisper,
“Love paid the ransom for me.”
Ways to Use This Instrumental
Daily Devotion: Let the melody help you “write on your heart” the life of Christ.
Prayer & Intercession: A peaceful background for thanking the “One Mediator.”
Creative Focus: Perfect for journaling as you meditate on the “sweetest story.”
Deepen Your Connection
If this melody touched your soul, explore our collection of traditional hymns and scriptural deep-dives designed to foster peace and spiritual growth.
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