I Am Trusting Thee, Lord Jesus!

“I Am Trusting Thee, Lord Jesus” was written in 1874 by Frances Ridley Havergal, one of the most beloved hymn writers of the Victorian era. Havergal, often referred to as “the consecration poet,” dedicated her life and writing to pointing others to deeper devotion and complete surrender to Christ. This hymn reflects her personal faith, her confidence in Christ’s sufficiency, and her reliance on His promises. It was originally published in her collection Loyal Responses and quickly became a favorite among believers for its heartfelt simplicity and spiritual depth.

The hymn is written in the first person, making it a personal prayer of reliance on Jesus. Each stanza focuses on a specific aspect of trust: salvation, cleansing, guidance, supply, grace for each day, and finally eternal safekeeping. This progression mirrors the Christian life, where trust in Christ begins at salvation and continues through daily needs, struggles, and finally into eternity. The refrain of the hymn is unspoken but clear in its theme: the believer’s hope is placed entirely on Christ and Christ alone.

“I Am Trusting Thee, Lord Jesus” has remained a well-loved hymn across generations because it expresses in plain but profound words what it means to rest fully in the Savior. It continues to be sung in churches, devotional gatherings, and private worship as a declaration of faith. Its scriptural foundation, drawn from promises like Isaiah 26:4 and Psalm 37:5, reminds believers that true strength and peace come only through trusting in the Lord. Havergal’s legacy of hymns, including this one, still speaks today with the same clarity and beauty, encouraging believers to anchor their lives in the steadfast love of Jesus Christ.