Hymn of the Month: In Heavenly Love Abiding

If you could choose just one hymn on a desert island, make it this one. It's poetic, poignant and powerful and will calm your soul no matter where you find yourself.

Outside her hymns and poems, not much is known about Anna Laetitia Waring, but perhaps that's why her poetry -- especially this month's hymn -- is so relatable. 

Here's what we know about Miss Waring. 

• She was born in Wales to a family of Quakers. She later joined the Church of England.
• She was born into a literary family. Both her father and uncle were published authors. 
• She was active in the Discharged Prisoners' Aid Society.
• Her poetry and hymns were popular and multiple editions are published.
• She was painfully shy.

We face uncertain times here on earth, but "In Heavenly Love Abiding" gives us a glimpse of the author's peace with God and trust in Him, reminding us to rest in God's presence (stanza 1), His provision, wisdom and providence (stanza 2) and our hope of eternal life (stanza 3). 

Read the hymn and its related resources here.