In The Beloved Accepted Am I

By Civilla D. Martin

Lyrics

1. "In the Beloved" accepted am I,
Risen, ascended, and seated on high;
Saved from all sin thro' His infinite grace,
With the redeemed ones accorded a place

Chorus:
"In the Beloved," God's marvelous grace
Calls me to dwell in this wonderful place;
God sees my Savior and then He sees me
"In the Beloved," accepted and free.

2. "In the Beloved"--how safe my retreat,
In the Beloved accounted complete;
"Who can condemn me?" In Him I am free,
Savior and Keeper forever is He.

3. "In the Beloved" I went to the tree,
There, in His Person, by faith I may see
Infinite wrath rolling over His head,
Infinite grace, for He died in my stead.

Bible Reference

Romans 8:1; Ephesians 1:6; Ephesians 2:5–8; Colossians 3:1

About This Hymn

"In the Beloved Accepted Am I" is a gospel hymn penned by Civilla D. Martin in 1930. The hymn emphasizes the believer's secure position in Christ, highlighting themes of grace, redemption, and eternal security. The lyrics affirm that through Christ's sacrifice, believers are accepted by God, not based on their own merit but through His grace.

The hymn's structure includes verses that reflect on the believer's transformation—from being lost in sin to being raised and seated with Christ in heavenly places. The refrain underscores the believer's new identity, stating, "In the Beloved, God's marvelous grace calls me to dwell in His wonderful place." This refrain encapsulates the central message of the hymn: the believer's acceptance in Christ is a result of God's grace, not human effort.

Musically, the hymn was composed by Wendell P. Loveless, complementing Martin's lyrics with a melody that enhances the message of assurance and peace. Over the years, "In the Beloved Accepted Am I" has been included in various hymnals and continues to be a source of comfort and encouragement for many.

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