Once My Way Was Dark And Dreary

By E. E. Hewitt

Lyrics

1. Once my way was dark and dreary,
For my heart was full of sin,
But the sky is bright and cheery,
Since the fullness of His love came in.

Chorus:
I can never tell how much I love Him,
I can never tell His love for me,
For it passeth human measure,
Like a deep, unfathomed sea;
’Tis redeeming love in Christ my Savior,
In my soul the heav’nly joys begin;
And I live for Jesus only,
Since the fullness of His love came in.

2. There is grace for all the lowly,
Grace to keep the trusting soul:
Pow’r to cleanse and make me holy,
Jesus shall my yielded life control.

3. Let me spread abroad the story,
Other souls to Jesus win;
For the cross is now my glory,
Since the fullness of His love came in.

Bible Reference

Ephesians 3:19

About This Hymn

“Since the Fullness of His Love Came In” by E. E. Hewitt is a hymn that celebrates the transformative power of God’s love in the believer’s heart. Written in the early twentieth century, the hymn focuses on the joy and spiritual growth that accompany a personal experience of Christ’s indwelling. The opening line immediately communicates the central theme: that God’s love, once received, fills the heart with peace, assurance, and a desire to live for Him. Hewitt’s words reflect the biblical promise in Ephesians 3:19, emphasizing the fullness and richness of Christ’s love that surpasses human understanding.

The hymn moves from personal experience to practical Christian living. Each stanza describes how the believer, touched by the love of God, is transformed in attitude, action, and devotion. The song encourages worshippers to acknowledge the daily impact of God’s love, to remain steadfast in faith, and to let that love flow outward in service to others. The lyrical simplicity and spiritual clarity make the hymn easy for congregations to sing while carrying deep theological meaning.

Over time, “Since the Fullness of His Love Came In” has been used in revival meetings, Sunday worship, and personal devotionals to inspire gratitude and a desire for deeper fellowship with Christ. Its focus on the experiential reality of God’s love continues to remind believers that salvation is not just a doctrinal truth but a daily, living reality. The hymn encourages Christians to celebrate the inward joy of knowing Christ and to live in the overflow of His love each day.