“He Leadeth Me” by American Joseph Gilmore (1834-1918) was birthed out of a particular struggle in American history. This hymn was composed in 1862 during the Civil War, a time of upheaval and insecurity. The author was preaching at First Baptist Church in Philadelphia soon after his ordination. Dr. Carlton […]
Joseph Henry Gilmore
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Joseph Henry Gilmore (1834–1918) was an American Baptist pastor and hymn writer. He is best known for writing the hymn “He Leadeth Me.” Here is some information about Joseph H. Gilmore: “He Leadeth Me” continues to be a cherished hymn, appreciated for its timeless message of trust and surrender to […]
He leadeth me: O blessed thought!O words with heavenly comfort fraught!Whate’er I do, where’er I be,Still ’tis God’s hand that leadeth me. He leadeth me, He leadeth me;By His own hand, He leadeth me:His faithful follower, I would be,For by His hand, He leadeth me. Sometimes mid scenes of deepest […]