John continued writing up to the end of his life. The theme of his song? You are right! His wife Ruth said, “This was the last song Johnnie composed.”
"Oh Sing That Name, the Name of Jesus"
Oh, sing that name, the name of Jesus,
That name above all names in earth and heaven.
Sometimes in whispered prayer, then loudly sound
I love that name, that mighty name.
It is that name, the name of Jesus.
It conquers doubts and fears and brings us peace.
Adore Him Heaven above, on Earth let praises now begin.
Oh, praise His name.
At His coming that great name was given
By an angel brought down to Earth.
Now the maiden called by God and chosen
Holds the baby in her loving care.
She sings that name in a tender lullaby,
Oh wondrous mystery how can it be?
That precious name I love, that glorious matchless name of Jesus
Oh sing that name.
Proclaim that name, the name of Jesus
Now see the gates of Him swing open wide.
The saints now gather on streets of gold,
In radiant light, Oh what a day!
But still that name, the name of Jesus,
Shall ever reign supreme thru endless time
And all the heavenly host and saints from all the ageless past
Shall praise His name.
I will be there in that celebration
And I’ll join them in that song of praise
To the Savior who has given salvation
And has brought me to this place of joy.
Then still that name, the name of Jesus
Will be my endless theme while ages roll
And so I’ll sing it now and raise my voice
And loud His praise.
Jesus, oh how sweet the name
Jesus, every day the same
Jesus, let all saints proclaim
His worthy praise forever.
Lyrics by Leroy C. Webber
Music by John C. Hallett
© Copyright 2000. John C. Hallett
John’s entire writing career was spent lifting up and proclaiming the Name and Person of Jesus Christ, his Savior and Friend. Is it any wonder that he put music to the words of his dear friend and colleague, Lee Webber.
I can almost hear John exclaim those words: “Oh, sing that name, the name of Jesus!” with an emphasis on Oh, sing!
That name above all names in earth and heaven. (see Philippians 2:5-11)
There are times you want to whisper the Name…in hushed awe; other times shout the Name in victory or in battle.
Jesus’ name truly is mighty. For at the name of Jesus “every knee…..” (Philippians 2:10-11)
There are many scripture references and illusions in the text.
Study the text and use it as a devotional. Find where these verses are in the scriptures.
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