Jesus, My Lord, My God, My All

By Henry Collins

Lyrics

1. Jesus, my Lord, my God, my all,
hear me, blest Savior, when I call;
hear me, and from thy dwelling place
pour down the riches of thy grace.

Refrain:
Jesus, my Lord, I thee adore;
O make me love thee more and more.

2. Jesus, too late I thee have sought;
how can I love thee as I ought?
And how extol thy matchless fame,
the glorious beauty of thy name?

3. Jesus, what didst thou find in me
that thou hast dealt so lovingly?
How great the joy that thou hast brought,
so far exceeding hope or thought!

4. Jesus, of thee shall be my song;
to thee my heart and soul belong;
all that I have or am is thine,
and thou, blest Savior, thou art mine.

Bible Reference

Philippians 2:10

About This Hymn

“Jesus, my Lord, my God, my all” begins with a tone of deep reverence and devotion, presenting a hymn of adoration that magnifies the worthiness of Christ. Henry Collins, who was first an Anglican clergyman before later joining the Roman Catholic Church, penned this hymn as an expression of profound love and worship directed toward the Savior. Each line flows with the language of surrender and awe, placing Jesus at the very center of devotion and exalting His name above all earthly treasures.

The hymn speaks of a soul captivated by the beauty and glory of Christ. By repeating titles such as “my Lord, my God, my all,” it emphasizes that Jesus is not only Savior but also the fullness of all that the heart desires. The hymn turns the singer’s thoughts toward the eternal worth of Christ, contrasting Him with the fleeting values of this world. It reminds believers that true riches and eternal joy are found in Him alone, making the hymn both a personal confession of faith and a corporate act of worship.

In its structure and language, the hymn carries the weight of a prayer, lifting the soul into a posture of adoration. It has been cherished for its meditative quality, often used in services that emphasize reverence and reflection upon the majesty of Jesus. With its rich theological depth and tender tone, it continues to serve as a timeless call for believers to bow before the Savior and acknowledge Him as Lord over all.