More Love to Thee, O Christ

<p>Ever since the Fall, mankind has dealt with many tragedies, certainly a far cry from the original Creation that God put into place. &nbsp;Many of the hymns in this series came into being because of tragedy in the poet's life. &nbsp;In their despair and distress, they found they were not alone but they had a Savior who knew their pain, healed their wounds, and carried them through it. &nbsp;Elizabeth Prentiss was one who was impacted deeply by loss. &nbsp;In her time of trial, the words of her pastor husband helped her find that turning to God and loving Him more brought healing to her. &nbsp;Rather than letting her loss make her bitter, she let her love of God make her better. &nbsp;It is said crushing a rose petal releases its sweet fragrance. &nbsp;Her time of trial brought out the sweet fragrance of this great hymn, More Love to Thee, O Christ, which reminds us to direct our love to Christ whether times are good or bad.</p> <p>Article taken from <strong>Living Stories of Famous Hymns</strong> by Ernest K. Emurian. Copyright © 1955 by Baker Book House Company. Used by permission of Baker Book House Company.</p>