My Savior Sinners Doth Receive
My Savior sinners doth receive
The hymn proclaims the central Lutheran doctrine of justification by grace through faith, emphasizing Christ's willingness to receive repentant sinners without merit or works. It reflects the Pietist emphasis on personal conversion and the believer's emotional response to divine mercy.
History & Background
Erdmann Neumeister composed this hymn in early 18th century German Pietism as part of his cantata texts and hymnic poetry. The hymn was translated into English and appeared in various Lutheran hymnals including The Lutheran Hymnal (1941) as hymn 386.
Hymnal Appearances
- The Lutheran Hymnal — 386
Translation
Bulletin Note
Composed by German pastor Erdmann Neumeister in 1718, this Pietist hymn emphasizes personal conversion and the believer's emotional response to grace. It remains a powerful testimony to justification by faith apart from works.
Preaching Connection
This Pietist hymn amplifies the Gospel's proclamation by naming Christ's specific, personal welcome to sinners—moving beyond abstract forgiveness to the intimate reality of divine acceptance that faith alone receives.
Catechism & Confessional Connections
- Of Justification Augsburg Confession
Themes
Grace and forgiveness Repentance Jesus's compassion for sinners God's mercy