In My Heart There Rings A Melody Hymn History and Lyrics

In My Heart There Rings A Melody Hymn History

The words and tune of this hymn are from the pen of Elton M Roth (1891 - 1951).  He was born at Berne, Indiana and passed away at Glendale, California.

Roth was one of the most well-known musicians of his day and contributed over a hundred hymns to the church.

According to Mr. Roth, this hymn came suddenly to him while assisting with evangelism in Texas in 1923. He recalled, "That evening I introduced the song by having more than 200 boys and girls sing it at the open-air meeting, after which the audience joined in the singing. I was thrilled as it seemed my whole being was transformed into a song."

Elton Roth

In My Heart There Rings A Melody Lyrics

Verse 1

I have a song that Jesus gave me

It was sent from heav'n above

There never was a sweeter melody

'Tis a melody of love

Chorus:

In my heart there rings a melody

There rings a melody with heaven's harmony

In my heart there rings a melody

There rings a melody of love

Verse 2

I love the Christ who died on Calv'ry

For He washed my sins away

He put within my heart a melody

And I know it's there to stay Chorus

Verse 3

'Twill be my endless theme in glory

With the angels I will sing

'Twill be a song with glorious harmony

When the courts of heaven ring Chorus

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