The Story of Thomas Chisholm, God’s Faithfulness, and a Hymn Born from an Ordinary Life

Discover the remarkable story behind “Great Is Thy Faithfulness,” one of Christianity’s most beloved hymns about the unchanging faithfulness of God.

In The Story Behind Great Is Thy Faithfulness, explore the humble life of Thomas Obadiah Chisholm, a journalist, teacher, minister, poet, and hymn writer whose ordinary life was marked by extraordinary trust in God's faithfulness. Discover the personal experiences, health struggles, ministry journey, spiritual convictions, and daily dependence on God that shaped his writing.

Learn how Chisholm's words were joined with the memorable melody composed by William M. Runyan, and how the hymn eventually spread through churches, hymnals, Christian education, radio, and ministries including Moody Bible Institute.

This inspiring Christian history ebook explores the biblical foundations of God's faithfulness, the meaning behind the hymn, its journey into worldwide Christian worship, and why its message continues to speak to people facing uncertainty, hardship, change, and everyday life.

Perfect for Christians, hymn lovers, pastors, worship leaders, choir members, Bible study groups, Sunday school teachers, Christian history enthusiasts, and anyone who wants to understand the stories behind the great hymns of the faith.

Discover the man behind the hymn. Explore the history behind the words. And be reminded that through every season of life, God remains faithful.