Jesus Christ Our Blessed Savior
Jesus Christ our blessed Savior
This hymn emphasizes the Lutheran understanding of Christ's completed redemptive work (Hebrews 10:12) and its ongoing application to believers through faith and the sacraments. It reflects the Reformation emphasis on Christ's singular, perfect sacrifice as the foundation of Christian assurance and comfort.
History & Background
Martin Behm composed this German hymn around 1610, originally titled 'Jesus Christus unser Heiland.' It was first published in Behm's hymnal and became a standard Lutheran Reformation hymn emphasizing Christ's once-for-all sacrifice and its application through faith and sacrament.
Hymnal Appearances
- Evangelical Lutheran Worship — 316
- Lutheran Service Book — 627
- Lutheran Worship — 237
- The Lutheran Hymnal — 311
Translation
Bulletin Note
Written by Martin Behm in 1610, this German hymn distills Luther's doctrine of Christ's singular, perfect sacrifice and its sacramental application—a cornerstone of Lutheran comfort and assurance in all seasons.
Preaching Connection
This hymn makes audible the Law-Gospel movement: it names our condemnation in Christ's death, then pivots to justification and eternal life through His resurrection and heavenly intercession—inviting the sermon to show how that pivot becomes real in the believer's conscience and hope.
Themes
Atonement Christ's sacrifice Redemption through faith Sacramental life