Latter-day Hymns: Reverently and Meekly Now
Hymn #185 in the current hymnbook is entitled, “Reverently and Meekly Now.” The words are written from the Savior’s viewpoint, which is unusual when compared to our other hymns, which speak about the Savior from a third-person viewpoint. As we study the words, we can imagine our Savior pleading with us to more fully accept His sacrifice as we partake of the sacrament. Think of me, thou ransomed one; Think what I for thee have done. How truly He did ransom us. He paid the price for our sins so we, if we choose to repent, don’t have to endure … Continue reading