He Will Hold Me Fast (Live) - Keith & Kristyn Getty, Selah

"He Will Hold Me Fast" as performed by Selah
Recorded LIVE at the Sing! Conference 2019

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The hymn “He Will Hold Me Fast” reassures us that Christ keeps those he saves to the very end. All who truly know Jesus as Savior and Lord will endure. Jesus said, “I give them eternal life, and they will never perish, and no one will snatch them out of my hand” (John 10:28). What comfort, what assurance, what unfailing hope: The Shepherd who gave his life for the sheep is the one who keeps us to the end.

As part of the Sing! conference last year, Selah led this stirring rendition of “He Will Hold Me Fast” at the historic Grand Ole Opry House.

Lyrics

When I fear my faith will fail
Christ will hold me fast
When the tempter would prevail
He will hold me fast
I could never keep my hold
Through life’s fearful path
For my love is often cold
He must hold me fast

Chorus:
He will hold me fast
He will hold me fast
For my Savior loves me so
He will hold me fast

Those He saves are His delight
Christ will hold me fast
Precious in His holy sight
He will hold me fast
He’ll not let my soul be lost
His promises shall last
Bought by Him at such a cost
He will hold me fast

CHORUS

For my life He bled and died
Christ will hold me fast
Justice has been satisfied
He will hold me fast
Raised with Him to endless life
He will hold me fast
Till our faith is turned to sight
When he comes at last

ORIGINAL WORDS VV 1-2 BY ADA HABERSHON NEW WORDS AND MUSIC BY MATT MERKER

© 2013 GETTY MUSIC PUBLISHING (BMI) / MATT MERKER MUSIC (BMI) (ADMIN BY MUSICSERVICES.ORG)

[cathy]

My mom had a ruptured colon. The surgeon said it was one of the three worse cases he had seen. He was basically telling us she was going to die. But my mom wasn’t saved, and I prayed to Jesus saying… Jesus, people will say she’s going to a better place but you know that’s not true, my mom isn’t saved, please give her more time on this earth. My mom lived another 14+ years and was born again before she died. All the glory to Jesus. Praise his holy name. 🙌

[WorshipNight]

I told my mother that i gave my life to Jesus and she said she will never regard me as her daughter anymore but all that doesn't matter. I feel at peace after my decision. My trust in Jesus will never change. I love you Jesus

[jeanbachman]

At almost 70 years old, my mind isn't as sharp as it was. I find it difficult to stay on task when I pray and the enemy tells me I'm going to be lost in the end. When I need reassurance, I come to this song. God's grace will held me fast until the end. Praise Him for reminders of His love and goodness to us.

[MaryKimura-uz]

I was just diagnosed with blood cancer, on my birthday of all days, an a life long friend dedicated this song to me. Thank you, Sandy.

[elevit]

I don't know who needs to hear this today, but just Give GOD a little more time. Give HIM your worries, accept HIS peace & rest. He will carry you & make a way.Amen♥🕊

[flowergirl-yzki]

I just had a lumpectomy, and it was cancerous. Scary to hear that. Talk of chemo & radiation after that. I have been distant from God, but as I was listening to the radio I decided to change the channel to find a Christian station. This song came on. I cried as I remembered the Scriptures I had once known so well years past and the reassurance this song gave me. The harmonies oh my. As I lay in bed tonight nauseous, I googled the only part I could remember and this YouTube came up. That's it! That's the song with the choir and everything! Thank you God! Thank you all for the comments on here and these artists who shared their craft whether singing or playing an instrument. To God be the Glory!

[barbararevor]

We played this on the day my granddaughter was supposed to die from HLHS. She didn’t! This song reminds me of all God’s power and love to overcome difficulties in our lives. His love is the final say! I played this over and over again for my granddaughter till the day God took her home to be with Him. Such beautiful memories!

[tanacious]

I have lost everything and everyone. All I have is Christ. But since Lord will so be it! Hold me fast to you oh God!

[bonniehayward]

This song is reassuring of God’s love for use. Please pray for my nephew you have just been diagnosed with cancer. Please that God will intervene and His glory will be shown.

[nickbruce]

When I fear my faith will fail
Christ will hold me fast
When the tempter would prevail
He will hold me fast

I could never keep my hold
Through life's fearful path
For my love is often cold
He must hold me fast

He will hold me fast
He will hold me fast
For my Saviour loves me so
He will hold me fast

Those He saves are His delight
Christ will hold me fast
Precious in His holy sight
He will hold me fast

He'll not let my soul be lost
His promises shall last
Bought by Him at such a cost
He will hold me fast

He will hold me fast
He will hold me fast
For my Saviour loves me so
He will hold me fast

For my life He bled and died
Christ will hold me fast
Justice has been satisfied
He will hold me fast

Raised with Him to endless life
He will hold me fast
'Til our faith is turned to sight
When He comes at last!

He will hold me fast
He will hold me fast
For my Saviour loves me so
He will hold me fast

He will hold me fast
He will hold me fast
For my Saviour loves me so
He will hold me fast

[joycepassanati]

I cannot listen to this song without weeping -that my Savior loves even me so great a sinner - I repent of my doubts and lack of faith in so loving a redeemer

[ableVelo]

When Peter was walking on the water to Jesus he began to doubt and began to sink, but Jesus reached out and caught Peter and *held him fast* .

[pamtaylor]

I have the same struggle, Jean. I’m 66 years old. I to struggle to stay on task and my memory isn’t what it used to be. I lost my husband to brain cancer almost 5 years ago. I understand the feeling of being lost in the end. Now that I’m alone, I fear I’ll die alone. I just heard this song for the first time today. It’s given me some comfort in knowing He will hold me fast now and at the end of my life. I love what Frank and the others said about reading Psalms. I’m going to start doing that every night before I go to bed. Our Savior loves us so. He will hold us fast. My thoughts and prayers are with you Jean. ❤️

[petrosromanos]

I’m over 60 a few days ago . . . have walked with the Lord for some 30 years. This song is what it is all about my friends: Jesus - and Him alone. His kind of love holds you through whatever and forever. May God bless all who made this video.

[GaylaRoof]

About 18 months ago, i was concerned that i might have dementia, i was forgetting stuff, a lot. One day, i told God i was afraid if i had dementia, that i would firget Him. And, He said, "But I won't forget you". I couldn't keep the tears back, & i remembered the verse, that said, He had tattooed me in His hand. When i heard this song, it just reinforced what He told me, & that verse. The brain dr said it was age related, & that i was ok.

[patwarburtonr]

Jesus is coming back at an hour you do not expect! Be ready!

[kvn]

This song hits home! I am coming out of a 30 year struggle. I slid down into the chasm then crawled up a steep cliff and as I looked up over the edge Jesus stood there with his arms open wide. He just does not give up on us! Now I know I never have to give up on Him. I asked, what about those wasted 30 years and He spoke to my heart "30 years is nothing" and out of my mouth I continued with "Yea! Compared to eternity!" It's never too late! His work in me continues.

[nancystevenson]

The lyrics are over 100 years old yet still fully relevant today.

[rebeccawspanogle]

Beautiful, my brother sent this to our family group text, he’s going through cancer treatment. God please comfort him. I love you brother, ❤️🙏🏻❤️

[marksellers]

The choir swell at " When our faith is turned to sight" is the longing of our souls.
I can not wait for that day!