This hymn is very intimate for me. I meet with Jesus every morning during my "quiet time" to seek His face and His presence. One day in the future when I have gone to Gloryland to meet Him face-to-face, this song will be playing at my memorial service, as my family and friends remember me and the impact that Jesus had on my life. Thank you for sharing the background of this hymn!
The hymn is called "In the Garden". When I used to minister in a nursing home, one of the ladies always requested this hymn. It is so very sweet and lovely!
This song & Amazing Grace were what mom wanted sung at her funeral. When the singer sang it, is the only time I teared up. You see, the last 15-20yrs I was very concerned about her Salvation. She absolutely refused to discuss anything with me & often said, “I don’t want to hear it!” She went on home hospice, I sat with her for 2 weeks. She was home bound the month of August. Once she became uncommunicative (her last two weeks) I prayed for her out loud & played Gospel music from my phone, country Gospel was the only music that settled her. Our daughter was here with me her last week to keep watch. The day she passed, I left for two hours to run some needed errands. When I returned our daughter told me she’d cried out “Oh God! Oh God!” When she passed, (I was holding her hand) A very light blanket of peace settled over/in her house. A day later our young son told his job coach & his boss that “Jesus took grandma home.” I hadn’t used that phrase with him because I wasn’t quite sure. BUT GOD gave three clear signs she had Salvation when she passed. 🙌🏼🙌🏼
The song is perfect. It reflects the writer’s personal feelings toward Jesus. “He walks with me and he talks with me.” That’s a close personal relationship, as it should be.
This was my grandmother's favorite song! I think of her every time I hear it. I searched specifically to see if you had made a video for this hymn, and I'm so glad that you did! Thank you!
This was my grandpa’s favorite hymn. He heard someone play it on the saxophone once, and he thought it was one of the most beautiful things he had heard. I started playing the saxophone in 6th grade, and he always wanted me to play this hymn. I know I never played like the man he first heard, but every time I did, it would bring tears to his eyes, and I knew he wasn’t really hearing me, but the man who he originally heard play it. It was always something special we had, and I think of him every time I hear it.
At the age of 83 I've known this song for years Every time i hear this song it brings me so close to my Jesus and remember my late special friend in the Lord who taught me this song. The Lord is so good as I now have the privilege to hear it again through you. Praise the Lord for your ministry.
This was one of my Gran’s favorite songs! In her late 80’s she battled dementia. One day we were sitting outside in her beautiful garden overlooking her pond and watching the ducks and I started videoing her as I sang this song - she picked it right up and began to hum and then full on sang it!!! Such a precious memory! 💕 Love your ministry my brother! God bless! 🎉
I love this hymn and this morning 11-16-2024 It is especially meaningful to me as yet, another dear couple will join their walk together in the Lord. I remain walking alone with my Lord. Thank you for this commentary. And for your singing of this timeless genuine experience of walking in the garden while the dew is still on the roses. JLS Yakima, Wa.
This was my mother's favorite song. It was sung at my father's funeral. I sang it many times to my mother when she felt troubled or was in pain. I sang for her for the last time as she was lowered into her grave. I still sing it when I need comfort.
I'm leading a Zoom study this summer on hymns, their back stories and related Bible verses. Alas, I only just discovered your channel at the end of the summer, but we have two weeks left and I will recommend your channel to the participants. I will to see if you have videos for the other hymns we studied and include those in future. God bless you
This hymn was one of my mothers favourite & it was played at her funeral & not many people there knew of it, but it reflected beautifully of both my mothers love of a garden & of her faith & now the hymn is mine too.
I love the first moments alone with God each day. This song depicts the first time I surrendered my life, mind, body, soul, and my spirit to Jesus my Savior and Lord. This song brings me back to my closest moments each morning, when he prepares me for each new day. His mercies are new every moring.
Oh brother..... this song has been so instrumental ( no pun intended) I'm recent "Rebirth" in Jesus Christ and accepting Him as my personal savior for second time in my life. My testimony is proof of God and a medical miracle happened to me..... A couple days after getting home from the hospital I was talking with a friend about God. It was then I realized that it was God in the hospital room with me that stopped my internal bleeding. At that moment the song came on and I dropped to my knees and receptive Christ back into my heart tears of joy tears of joy. My story is a long one but a beautiful amazing one and this song had a big part in my recovery and return to God
What a special privilege Mary was given! I can just feel the damp, fresh air of that morning! "Mary!" And the birds hushed.....oh my! Thank you again Luke!
My dad wife passed away-back in Feb 24. She was laid to rest at Hillcrest Memorial Cemetery in Hurffville Nj. When her Stone was installed, we when to visit her and we found out a famous singer was resting a few yards away from her. Joseph Angelo Terranova. He was part of the group that sang “Let go do the Hop”. I thought that was kool. But then I found the resting place of Charles Austin Miles. How special is that. A man of God so close, it’s so comforting. My dad would sing “In the Garden” in Spanish at the First Spanish Presbyterian Church of Brooklyn. My is a good tenor at 92 years old. We’ll make a point to say a prayer for Mr. Miles when we visit Dorothy. God Bless all
❤ my mothers favorite hymn, we sang that hymn in her funeral and just 2 weeks ago in my friend's funeral again. Beautiful hymn Thank you so much Blessings
I am so glad I found your site Luke! Jesus led me to it. These old hymns I love! They still live because they were birthed out of eternity! Your voice both in speaking and singing is so calming, adds such a sweetness to each song. God Bless you continually to share!
And he walks with me, and he talks with me and tels me I am his own, and the joy we share... Austin experience this , myself too... That what most others have never known... So some at church don't want this hymn as they've not had this blessings but us who have these... We love this hymn... It is parallel to our walk in God
Hello! This was my g. g. gramma's favorite hymn. She experienced an abundance of tragedies in her life, and I imagine this song was a deep comfort to her.
I came to Christ at age 22, and heard this hymn soon after. It touched me deeply then, knowing that my relationship with the Lord was unique, between the two of us, and that each of us has a unique relationship with him. What could be more precious than spending time with my beloved, who brought me out of the kingdom of darkness into his marvelous light? When I hear this song today, 55 years later, it takes me back to my first love - which has only deepened and grown over the years.
A favorite! I didn't know it was my Grandmother's favorite until after she passed. My mother was singing a duet in church and I teared up because it's such a beautiful picture of walking with my Savior in the garden, then my mother couldn't finish the song because she was crying because her mother had recently passed and it was her favorite. (Fortunately she was singing harmony, and the soprano continued singing!) That's how I learned it had been my Gramma's favorite hymn. Thank you, Luke, for your videos featuring these wonderful hymns!
This hymn one of favorites My mother enjoyed me walking her to the garden early morning Birds bees Butterflies and flowers Nobe other shall cherish As we did So I understand the verses God's love never leaves us Joy Calm peace Thank you
My father-in-law was a WWII vet who fought in the Battle of the Bulge as a paratrooper. He was a rough man even in later years and never spoke of his years in the military. I remember clearly how he teared up one Sunday morning when we sang this song in church one morning. He told me that he had known the song during his years as a soldier. I had never heard it before but I always remembered it after that because of the reaction he had when he heard it many years after he had first been introduced to it.
My father listed this hymn in his "Red Binder of Doom". We didn't do a public funeral. Dad saw how hard that was with our mother. We will reunite Dad's remains with hers in May. I will try to play my flute there, solo. And we will hire the Carillon. And "How Great Thou Art". Mom hated that one.
Thank you for sharing this hymn. This holds personal memories for me of my Dad who loved God. He died in 1986 but he gave me the heritage to treasure a relationship with the Lord. This was his very favorite hymn.
This song has always been a favorite of folks who are trapped in convalescent homes, perhaps not even able to walk or talk in the garden any more. One of my pastors used to criticize it for being too thin theologically. I think he's repented since then. Age and perspective and gradually realizing the centrality of God's companionship help us mature and become more childlike again.
I used to hear this song at my granny’s home. She would play as she worked around the house. It’s been along time since I heard this song in my mind as I was quilting. It put a smile on my face.
I remember singing it in church but I also heard my father singing it while he played the organ.Now the words mean more knowing that Jesus is there 24/7 even when we are busy .
I loved listening to you too. Thanks for sharing this. My mother used to sing this song when i was young. I am now 75 years young and still remember the beautiful words.
Every time I got to God in prayer, I feel connected with Him and feel the Peace that passes understanding (Phil. 4:6-7). We can't explain why we feel this peace, but we know that He takes all the cares and the anxieties of the world and lifts them off of our shoulders; and the peace we experience makes us want to stay. It's at that time when I remember the words "But He bid me go; thru the voice of woe, His voice to me is calling."
My Dad was a 1:13 solo hymn singer. He had a besutiful voice. When he was in the congregation singing people would turn to listen. On long trips he would sing for us. Happiest of memories. My. Very fav.
Sang this song many times in a small group ensemble, in a duet, and as a solo in my church. My mom loved and cherished it un she went to be with the Lord.
This hymn was one of Dads favorite to sing at at times seems appropriate and at times out of place but always always a reminder of Jesus presence- He went home this past week to walk with Jesus a task that had been missing from his earthly life thses past 20 years. Such joy the thought that my Dad can now tarry for the eternity to come with Him in the garden. Thankful for this song in my Dad’s life.
This was my dad’s favorite hymn. He’s been gone almost 35 years. He wouldn’t believe what’s going on in our country that he fought for and was wounded, got malaria and received 2 Purple Hearts for and his only brother died for. It’s so sad. I miss him and his wisdom❤️
I have been singing this song as a young girl. I am 63 now and I found it to be one of the most beautiful songs ever written. I am always inspired listening to this song as the words really warm my Spirit and brings me to a place of quietness and peace.😊
My Grandmother lived in am older neighborhood in Jax. Fla. She and some of her 6 children.raised an impressive garden . Several members would meet there for Sunday dinner often. We would always say a Blessing before dinner. Ive always Loved the fact that Grandma was strong in Her Faith.We played amidst Her 2acre lot ,as children do.I remember the Banana tree at the very back corner of the Yard ;and that Beautiful Garden behind the House. most of all ,I remember the immense Joy and Love that I always felt at Grandma's house. My Brother sang this beautiful Hymn at Grandma's Funeral. This Hymn has always been in My Heart. I always feel God's presence when I sing this ; and in every Prayer. God Bless You Luke Powell !!
I first heard this song way back in 1966. (I was in Grade 2). We had a talent show at school and this redhead boy (Grade 7) stood on stage and sang this song. The lyrics have stayed with me all these years. I am now 63
What an absolutely beautiful song & then to know this history behind the author of the words and writer of the song who was inspired by the Lord to give us such a precious song! It's because it's based on His Word! Thankyou for sharing this with everyone! I grew up in the church singing this hymn, along with others' voices of harmony, and the Holy Spirit brings it to my mind even to this day!
Loving Christ with all of your heart results in a spiritual heart-to-heart love relationship with Him. I love hymns and sing them throughout my waking hours. This is one of my favorite songs because I imagine myself meeting Jesus in a beautiful garden, worshipping Him, and hearing His comforting words. Yes, I love Jesus.
Yes Miss Sonya! When things get crazy i close my eyes and sing this as i picture walking with our Jesus and all is well... then usually my mind goes to "It is well with my soul...." and am able to go back to my job at the hospital and let Jesus love people through me....🙏❤🕇
❤❤This song reminds me of one of the gentlemen in my church in the 1950-60’s , who was converted 🎉 at the Billy Graham Crusade in Sydney Australia in 1950’s. I can see and hear him singing in my mind. I really love this hymn because I enjoy the quietness of the early morning and yes the dew sparkling in the early morning light. Thankyou for your emphasis on the word “GO” . ❤❤
I love this song. As it is so very beautiful, my memory is that it was my daddy’s favorite. He has been gone many years now, but he portrayed the Father’s love in heaven. I love him so deeply.
Thank you for clarifying the true meaning of this great hymn. It should not be for funerals, but for an ever larger life in/with/together as one with the LORD.
Maybe this song is unpopular with certain people because it's not all about "repent, you sinner; Jesus died for you and you owe him"; it is just about loving and feeling loved. And that's perhaps why it is a favorite for the rest of us. I was blessed to grow up within a "soft" Protestant faith and this was one of the most frequently sung hymns at church. Also, my mother, who was a very devout woman, sang it often at home. She had a lovely voice, as do you, Luke. In fact, I'd say you have a BEAUTIFUL voice. It is a true pleasure to hear you sing.❤🙏
I awake this morning with this song in my soul and l awaken singing it...l awoke by 2.30 am and was praying fell asleep and awake with this song ❤ in my heart.. Praised the Lord..
I love this hymn! I always feel I'm with Jesus in the garden. I'm a Gardner & whenever, I'm in the garden working, I always feel Jesus is with me, especially in the evening.
A very special hymn for me - my late Dad’s favorite .. invariably tears flow when I hear it .. thank you for the history behind the hymn .. it makes all sense why it was my Dads favorite..
So many memories of my mother singing this song. As far back as I can remember she sang this song even before she was saved. I am sure it held a special place in her heart after she was saved. Thank you for sharing the story of how this song came to be, it’s a beautiful story.
I remember singing this song with my neighbor as a kid. We enjoyed visiting churches and we would offer up a song and It was usually this, sang as a duet.This weekend my son and I will sing it In honor of my husband who died in June.
Thank you for this video about the history and background of the song. I'm very grateful to all who do these videos and distribute them free of charge over internet. It seem that three people who was close to Jesus's Heart connected in different times in history, John, Mary and the author of this hymn. Praise be to Jesus King of Glory.
I love this song the Lord laid this on my heart ❤️ this makes me concentrate on Jesus it makes me think of our Savior I always loved this song even as a very young women I am 60 years old now.👑🌼🦋
I cried. It brought back such beautiful memories that my mom and I shared about God. All His miracles. She went Home last year at the beautiful age of 80. And I miss her every day but know she s with the Father.
I was just out walking my dog and singing this hymn to myself. I love it dearly and as soon as I came home I found your podcast while looking for someone singing it. This song has been sung in my family my whole life. (75 yrs and counting) it’s been sung at each funeral, and many family gatherings. I can hear my mom, siblings, and cousins harmonizing. The story of the hymn’s origin touched me deeply. His experience is glorious. I never knew that the song is based on John 22. Now it’s even more special. Thank you.
This beautiful hymn is a special memory of my wife, her favorite..she died 3 yrs ago and is in that pardise ( garden) now experiencing in heavenly reality with JESUS.
Yes, Luke, it draws me nearer - and oh how I need that! Thank you for sharing the history and music of these beautiful hymns. Watching from Kingston, Ohio.
This hymn is very intimate for me. I meet with Jesus every morning during my "quiet time" to seek His face and His presence. One day in the future when I have gone to Gloryland to meet Him face-to-face, this song will be playing at my memorial service, as my family and friends remember me and the impact that Jesus had on my life. Thank you for sharing the background of this hymn!
Everyday I sit in my garden at dawn. It is just Jesus and me. He draws my attention to His creation. I am peaceful and eager to serve Him another day.
The hymn is called "In the Garden". When I used to minister in a nursing home, one of the ladies always requested this hymn. It is so very sweet and lovely!
This song & Amazing Grace were what mom wanted sung at her funeral. When the singer sang it, is the only time I teared up.
You see, the last 15-20yrs I was very concerned about her Salvation. She absolutely refused to discuss anything with me & often said, “I don’t want to hear it!” She went on home hospice, I sat with her for 2 weeks. She was home bound the month of August.
Once she became uncommunicative (her last two weeks) I prayed for her out loud & played Gospel music from my phone, country Gospel was the only music that settled her.
Our daughter was here with me her last week to keep watch.
The day she passed, I left for two hours to run some needed errands. When I returned our daughter told me she’d cried out “Oh God! Oh God!” When she passed, (I was holding her hand) A very light blanket of peace settled over/in her house. A day later our young son told his job coach & his boss that “Jesus took grandma home.” I hadn’t used that phrase with him because I wasn’t quite sure. BUT GOD gave three clear signs she had Salvation when she passed. 🙌🏼🙌🏼
That's a beautiful picture of God's love. Thank you for sharing.
The song is perfect. It reflects the writer’s personal feelings toward Jesus. “He walks with me and he talks with me.” That’s a close personal relationship, as it should be.
I would sing this at my Grandfather church when I was a little girl
I am 83 now and it brings back a lot of memories
I sing this all the time ,it touches my heart❤
This song was my father’s favourite hymn. He would sing often in the morning. My father passed away many years ago.
This was my grandmother's favorite song! I think of her every time I hear it. I searched specifically to see if you had made a video for this hymn, and I'm so glad that you did! Thank you!
Yes this beautiful hymn does draw me nearing to Jesus. I love you ministry.
This was my grandpa’s favorite hymn. He heard someone play it on the saxophone once, and he thought it was one of the most beautiful things he had heard. I started playing the saxophone in 6th grade, and he always wanted me to play this hymn. I know I never played like the man he first heard, but every time I did, it would bring tears to his eyes, and I knew he wasn’t really hearing me, but the man who he originally heard play it. It was always something special we had, and I think of him every time I hear it.
I'm a lady off 72 and I know this song for year's I always love the song. Thank you for shared this with us. Be blessed Pastor. 🙏
My father’s favorite song I love it so much brings so many memories with my father.❤️
A very comforting and encouraging beautiful song. Thanks for the history behind the song 🎉
This is one of my favourites. I love singing praises to God, Adoni.❤
At the age of 83 I've known this song for years Every time i hear this song it brings me so close to my Jesus and remember my late special friend in the Lord who taught me this song. The Lord is so good as I now have the privilege to hear it again through you. Praise the Lord for your ministry.
This was one of my Gran’s favorite songs! In her late 80’s she battled dementia. One day we were sitting outside in her beautiful garden overlooking her pond and watching the ducks and I started videoing her as I sang this song - she picked it right up and began to hum and then full on sang it!!! Such a precious memory! 💕 Love your ministry my brother! God bless! 🎉
I love this hymn and this morning 11-16-2024 It is especially meaningful to me as yet, another dear couple will join their walk together in the Lord. I remain walking alone with my Lord. Thank you for this commentary. And for your singing of this timeless genuine experience of walking in the garden while the dew is still on the roses. JLS Yakima, Wa.
This was my mother's favorite song. It was sung at my father's funeral. I sang it many times to my mother when she felt troubled or was in pain. I sang for her for the last time as she was lowered into her grave. I still sing it when I need comfort.
I'm leading a Zoom study this summer on hymns, their back stories and related Bible verses. Alas, I only just discovered your channel at the end of the summer, but we have two weeks left and I will recommend your channel to the participants. I will to see if you have videos for the other hymns we studied and include those in future. God bless you
This hymn was one of my mothers favourite & it was played at her funeral & not many people there knew of it, but it reflected beautifully of both my mothers love of a garden & of her faith & now the hymn is mine too.
I love the first moments alone with God each day. This song depicts the first time I surrendered my life, mind, body, soul, and my spirit to Jesus my Savior and Lord. This song brings me back to my closest moments each morning, when he prepares me for each new day. His mercies are new every moring.
I think this is a lovely hymn showing us the important of spending time with God Thank you so much
This was my mom’s favorite hymn. It was one sung at her funeral at her request.
Every time I hear it, my dear mom comes to mind.
Oh brother..... this song has been so instrumental ( no pun intended) I'm recent "Rebirth" in Jesus Christ and accepting Him as my personal savior for second time in my life. My testimony is proof of God and a medical miracle happened to me.....
A couple days after getting home from the hospital I was talking with a friend about God. It was then I realized that it was God in the hospital room with me that stopped my internal bleeding. At that moment the song came on and I dropped to my knees and receptive Christ back into my heart tears of joy tears of joy. My story is a long one but a beautiful amazing one and this song had a big part in my recovery and return to God
What a special privilege Mary was given! I can just feel the damp, fresh air of that morning! "Mary!" And the birds hushed.....oh my! Thank you again Luke!
My dad wife passed away-back in Feb 24. She was laid to rest at Hillcrest Memorial Cemetery in Hurffville Nj. When her Stone was installed, we when to visit her and we found out a famous singer was resting a few yards away from her. Joseph Angelo Terranova. He was part of the group that sang “Let go do the Hop”. I thought that was kool. But then I found the resting place of Charles Austin Miles. How special is that. A man of God so close, it’s so comforting. My dad would sing “In the Garden” in Spanish at the First Spanish Presbyterian Church of Brooklyn. My is a good tenor at 92 years old. We’ll make a point to say a prayer for Mr. Miles when we visit Dorothy. God Bless all
❤ my mothers favorite hymn, we sang that hymn in her funeral and just 2 weeks ago in my friend's funeral again. Beautiful hymn
Thank you so much
Blessings
My Dad was a farmer and gardener. When he passed away, this was one of the songs we played at his funeral.
I’ve always loved this song!! I miss hearing it at church these days.
I am so glad I found your site Luke! Jesus led me to it. These old hymns I love! They still live because they were birthed out of eternity!
Your voice both in speaking and singing is so calming, adds such a sweetness to each song. God Bless you continually to share!
Thank you! My mother's favorite hymn.
I love this song, one of my favorite! It speaks of the intimate oneness of a relationship with Christ, our beloved!
I love this song, very emotional but it brings me face to face with Jesus at crucial times in my life
Lovely hymn. Praise God. Thank God for the lovely voice and meaningful words.
For me Luke, this is a hymn which brings about that peace which passes all understanding & is such a comfort in our hectic lives.
I love the song very much. The writer was God inspired. I sing it daily. Thanks for making the meaning of it even more meaningful. ❤
And he walks with me, and he talks with me and tels me I am his own, and the joy we share... Austin experience this , myself too... That what most others have never known... So some at church don't want this hymn as they've not had this blessings but us who have these... We love this hymn... It is parallel to our walk in God
Hello! This was my g. g. gramma's favorite hymn.
She experienced an abundance of tragedies in her life, and I imagine this song was a deep comfort to her.
I came to Christ at age 22, and heard this hymn soon after. It touched me deeply then, knowing that my relationship with the Lord was unique, between the two of us, and that each of us has a unique relationship with him. What could be more precious than spending time with my beloved, who brought me out of the kingdom of darkness into his marvelous light? When I hear this song today, 55 years later, it takes me back to my first love - which has only deepened and grown over the years.
A favorite! I didn't know it was my Grandmother's favorite until after she passed. My mother was singing a duet in church and I teared up because it's such a beautiful picture of walking with my Savior in the garden, then my mother couldn't finish the song because she was crying because her mother had recently passed and it was her favorite. (Fortunately she was singing harmony, and the soprano continued singing!) That's how I learned it had been my Gramma's favorite hymn. Thank you, Luke, for your videos featuring these wonderful hymns!
This hymn one of favorites
My mother enjoyed me walking her to the garden early morning
Birds bees Butterflies and flowers
Nobe other shall cherish
As we did
So I understand the verses
God's love never leaves us
Joy Calm peace
Thank you
My father-in-law was a WWII vet who fought in the Battle of the Bulge as a paratrooper. He was a rough man even in later years and never spoke of his years in the military. I remember clearly how he teared up one Sunday morning when we sang this song in church one morning. He told me that he had known the song during his years as a soldier. I had never heard it before but I always remembered it after that because of the reaction he had when he heard it many years after he had first been introduced to it.
My father listed this hymn in his "Red Binder of Doom". We didn't do a public funeral. Dad saw how hard that was with our mother. We will reunite Dad's remains with hers in May. I will try to play my flute there, solo. And we will hire the Carillon. And "How Great Thou Art".
Mom hated that one.
Thank you for sharing this hymn. This holds personal memories for me of my Dad who loved God. He died in 1986 but he gave me the heritage to treasure a relationship with the Lord.
This was his very favorite hymn.
I love this song. I sang it in a play!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! 82-year-old Catholc!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
This song has always been a favorite of folks who are trapped in convalescent homes, perhaps not even able to walk or talk in the garden any more. One of my pastors used to criticize it for being too thin theologically. I think he's repented since then. Age and perspective and gradually realizing the centrality of God's companionship help us mature and become more childlike again.
This is another one of my favourite hymns. I love playing and singing to this song.
I used to hear this song at my granny’s home. She would play as she worked around the house. It’s been along time since I heard this song in my mind as I was quilting. It put a smile on my face.
I remember singing it in church but I also heard my father singing it while he played the organ.Now the words mean more knowing that Jesus is there 24/7 even when we are busy .
I loved listening to you too. Thanks for sharing this. My mother used to sing this song when i was young. I am now 75 years young and still remember the beautiful words.
Every time I got to God in prayer, I feel connected with Him and feel the Peace that passes understanding (Phil. 4:6-7).
We can't explain why we feel this peace, but we know that He takes all the cares and the anxieties of the world and lifts them off of our shoulders; and the peace we experience makes us want to stay.
It's at that time when I remember the words "But He bid me go; thru the voice of woe, His voice to me is calling."
Beautiful It touches the heart. Thank you for the explanation I loved it.I heard this in 2001 when I attended the "IAM"Conclave o Mount Shasta.
My Dad was a 1:13 solo hymn singer. He had a besutiful voice. When he was in the congregation singing people would turn to listen. On long trips he would sing for us. Happiest of memories. My. Very fav.
Oh yes. One of my favorites that makes me feel close to our Savior.
Sang this song many times in a small group ensemble, in a duet, and as a solo in my church. My mom loved and cherished it un she went to be with the Lord.
And I also like the history behind it and thanks 🙏 be to the Lord Jesus-Christ our Savoir!🙏🙏🙏🙏
This hymn was one of Dads favorite to sing at at times seems appropriate and at times out of place but always always a reminder of Jesus presence- He went home this past week to walk with Jesus a task that had been missing from his earthly life thses past 20 years. Such joy the thought that my Dad can now tarry for the eternity to come with Him in the garden.
Thankful for this song in my Dad’s life.
This was my dad’s favorite hymn. He’s been gone almost 35 years. He wouldn’t believe what’s going on in our country that he fought for and was wounded, got malaria and received 2 Purple Hearts for and his only brother died for. It’s so sad. I miss him and his wisdom❤️
My late mom's favorite song - her faith was so personal to her. She served Him for nobody's praise but the Lord himself.
I have been singing this song as a young girl. I am 63 now and I found it to be one of the most beautiful songs ever written. I am always inspired listening to this song as the words really warm my Spirit and brings me to a place of quietness and peace.😊
Thank you Luke for sharing this beautiful story and song 🙏 God bless you today and always
My Grandmother lived in am older neighborhood in Jax. Fla. She and some of her 6 children.raised an impressive garden . Several members would meet there for Sunday dinner often. We would always say a Blessing before dinner. Ive always Loved the fact that Grandma was strong in Her Faith.We played amidst Her 2acre lot ,as children do.I remember the Banana tree at the very back corner of the Yard ;and that Beautiful Garden behind the House. most of all ,I remember the immense Joy and Love that I always felt at Grandma's house. My Brother sang this beautiful Hymn at Grandma's Funeral. This Hymn has always been in My Heart. I always feel God's presence when I sing this ; and in every Prayer. God Bless You Luke Powell !!
I first heard this song way back in 1966. (I was in Grade 2). We had a talent show at school and this redhead boy (Grade 7) stood on stage and sang this song. The lyrics have stayed with me all these years. I am now 63
What an absolutely beautiful song & then to know this history behind the author of the words and writer of the song who was inspired by the Lord to give us such a precious song! It's because it's based on His Word! Thankyou for sharing this with everyone! I grew up in the church singing this hymn, along with others' voices of harmony, and the Holy Spirit brings it to my mind even to this day!
Yes I find peace in the garden thank you
I love this song .old hymns are the best than the modern gospel music.
Yes the older hymns are more pensive and meaningful. Modern music is very short on theology and meaning.
Loving Christ with all of your heart results in a spiritual heart-to-heart love relationship with Him. I love hymns and sing them throughout my waking hours. This is one of my favorite songs because I imagine myself meeting Jesus in a beautiful garden, worshipping Him, and hearing His comforting words. Yes, I love Jesus.
Yes Miss Sonya! When things get crazy i close my eyes and sing this as i picture walking with our Jesus and all is well... then usually my mind goes to "It is well with my soul...." and am able to go back to my job at the hospital and let Jesus love people through me....🙏❤🕇
❤❤This song reminds me of one of the gentlemen in my church in the 1950-60’s , who was converted 🎉 at the Billy Graham Crusade in Sydney Australia in 1950’s. I can see and hear him singing in my mind.
I really love this hymn because I enjoy the quietness of the early morning and yes the dew sparkling in the early morning light.
Thankyou for your emphasis on the word “GO” . ❤❤
I love this song. As it is so very beautiful, my memory is that it was my daddy’s favorite. He has been gone many years now, but he portrayed the Father’s love in heaven. I love him so deeply.
Thank you for the history of this song it was one of my Mother's favourites. Knowing the history makes me more emotional than ever.
Be blessed
Thank you Luke, for bringing the story behind the hymn to us
God bless you for this.
Amen
Thank you so much Luke. Its a truly beautiful song and does bring peace and comfort
Thank you for clarifying the true meaning of this great hymn. It should not be for funerals, but for an ever larger life in/with/together as one with the LORD.
I am 76 and really enjoyed this song growing up b/c my grandmother loved it.
I love this song. I can remember my grandmother singing it while she is busy doing all sorts of chores around the house.
Maybe this song is unpopular with certain people because it's not all about "repent, you sinner; Jesus died for you and you owe him"; it is just about loving and feeling loved. And that's perhaps why it is a favorite for the rest of us. I was blessed to grow up within a "soft" Protestant faith and this was one of the most frequently sung hymns at church. Also, my mother, who was a very devout woman, sang it often at home. She had a lovely voice, as do you, Luke. In fact, I'd say you have a BEAUTIFUL voice. It is a true pleasure to hear you sing.❤🙏
reminds me of a personal relationship with my precious Savior!
I awake this morning with this song in my soul and l awaken singing it...l awoke by 2.30 am and was praying fell asleep and awake with this song ❤ in my heart.. Praised the Lord..
I love this hymn! I always feel I'm with Jesus in the garden. I'm a Gardner & whenever, I'm in the garden working, I always feel Jesus is with me, especially in the evening.
I cry almost every time I take time to pray and I hear or sing this song. Thanks for the story..! God bless you!
Amen to this beautiful, powerful hymn.
One of my Lent season favorite song 🎵.
Thank you, Pastor Powell.
May you be blessed abundantly,
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Oui,and I sing 🎶 it in French and it is very edifying!
Très édifiant et les paroles et les mots sont bien choisis 🙏🙏🙏🙏
A very special hymn for me - my late Dad’s favorite .. invariably tears flow when I hear it .. thank you for the history behind the hymn .. it makes all sense why it was my Dads favorite..
I love this hymn. 🥰 It is soothing and keeps my focus on Jesus and my relationship with Him.
Absolutely wonderful.........for all of us who have experienced the personal relationship with Jesus.....we understand!
So many memories of my mother singing this song. As far back as I can remember she sang this song even before she was saved. I am sure it held a special place in her heart after she was saved. Thank you for sharing the story of how this song came to be, it’s a beautiful story.
I remember singing this song with my neighbor as a kid. We enjoyed visiting churches and we would offer up a song and It was usually this, sang as a duet.This weekend my son and I will sing it In honor of my husband who died in June.
Thank you for this video about the history and background of the song. I'm very grateful to all who do these videos and distribute them free of charge over internet. It seem that three people who was close to Jesus's Heart connected in different times in history, John, Mary and the author of this hymn. Praise be to Jesus King of Glory.
I love this song the Lord laid this on my heart ❤️ this makes me concentrate on Jesus it makes me think of our Savior I always loved this song even as a very young women I am 60 years old now.👑🌼🦋
Thank you Luke, I'm blessed by this. Yes, I love this song, have several versions.
This song was the one I chose to walk down the aisle with my dad at my wedding. It was one of my father’s favorite hymns and has become my favorite.
Very special!
This song has an extra layer of sentimentality for me. I believe it was one of my grandmother's favorites and was played at her funeral.
I absolutely love this song. ❤
This was my grandmother’s favorite song. I grew up hearing it. Marilyn
I cried. It brought back such beautiful memories that my mom and I shared about God. All His miracles. She went Home last year at the beautiful age of 80. And I miss her every day but know she s with the Father.
I was just out walking my dog and singing this hymn to myself. I love it dearly and as soon as I came home I found your podcast while looking for someone singing it. This song has been sung in my family my whole life. (75 yrs and counting) it’s been sung at each funeral, and many family gatherings. I can hear my mom, siblings, and cousins harmonizing. The story of the hymn’s origin touched me deeply. His experience is glorious. I never knew that the song is based on John 22. Now it’s even more special. Thank you.
This is one of my favourite hymns
A favorite of mine and I have sung it many times over the years.
I love this hym, it reminds me of my mom
This beautiful hymn is a special memory of my wife, her favorite..she died 3 yrs ago and is in that pardise ( garden) now experiencing in heavenly reality with JESUS.
I can't wait to see you and your wife there!!!! Thank-you Jesus!!! Praying for God's perfect peace for you brother as ONLY He can give. John 14:27.🙏❤🕇
Yes, Luke, it draws me nearer - and oh how I need that! Thank you for sharing the history and music of these beautiful hymns. Watching from Kingston, Ohio.