My God My Father Make Me Strong
My God, my Father, make me strong
This hymn expresses the Lutheran emphasis on prayer as the believer's resource in weakness and uncertainty, grounded in God's sustaining grace. It reflects the Reformation principle that divine strength is made perfect in human weakness, echoing themes central to Lutheran pastoral care.
History & Background
Originally written in Hungarian by Lajos Gal during the early 20th century. Translated into English by Arthur Yeldham and incorporated into Lutheran hymnals including The Lutheran Hymnal (1941).
Hymnal Appearances
- The Lutheran Hymnal — 424
Translation
Bulletin Note
Written by Hungarian composer Lajos Gal in 1920, this hymn carries the spiritual resilience of a faith community navigating uncertainty, anchoring intercessory prayer in God's sustaining grace across generations.
Preaching Connection
This hymn amplifies proclamation of the Second Article by embodying the Lutheran conviction that divine strength meets us precisely in our admitted weakness, transforming the Law's exposure of our need into Gospel confidence.
Themes
Strength in faith Trust in God Prayer for guidance Christian fortitude