In My Heart There Rings a Melody

By Elton Menno Roth

Lyrics

1. I have a song that Jesus gave me,
It was sent from heav'n above;
There never was a sweeter melody,
'Tis a melody of love.

Chorus:
In my heart there rings a melody,
There rings a melody with heaven's harmony;
In my heart there rings a melody,
There rings a melody of love.

2. I love the Christ who died on Calv'ry,
For He washed my sins away;
He put within my heart a melody,
And I know it's there to stay.

3. 'Twill be my endless theme in glory,
With the angels I will sing;
'Twill be a song with glorious harmony,
When the courts of heaven ring.

Bible Reference

Colossians 3:16

About This Hymn

“In My Heart There Rings a Melody” is a joyful gospel hymn written and composed by Elton Menno Roth in 1924. Roth, an American pastor, evangelist, and musician, was well known for his ministry in gospel music and his leadership in hymn singing at revival meetings and camp gatherings. The hymn reflects his lifelong passion for music as a gift from God, celebrating the joy and melody that Christ brings into the believer’s heart. Roth’s words emphasize salvation, grace, and a life transformed by Christ, expressed through music and praise.

This hymn quickly became a favorite among congregations in the early to mid-twentieth century because of its cheerful melody and uplifting message. Its lively tune and memorable refrain make it ideal for congregational singing, and its simplicity allows all generations to participate. The text is firmly rooted in Scripture, particularly passages like Colossians 3:16 and Psalm 40:3, which speak of God placing a new song in the believer’s heart. Roth wrote over a hundred hymns and gospel songs, but “In My Heart There Rings a Melody” remains his most enduring contribution to Christian music.

The hymn continues to be widely sung in churches and hymnals across denominational lines. Its enduring appeal lies in its emphasis on the inner joy of salvation and the believer’s personal testimony through song. Roth’s legacy as a composer and evangelist lives on in this piece, reminding Christians that genuine faith in Christ produces a melody of praise that cannot be silenced.

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