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He Will Hold Me Fast
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Jul 28, 2026 updated
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Selah's song 'He Will Hold Me Fast' is a hymn of assurance that emphasizes God's faithfulness in keeping believers secure. The lyrics acknowledge human weakness and the fear of failing, but repeatedly affirm that Christ holds the believer fast through life's trials, temptation, and even death. The song references Christ's sacrificial death and resurrection as the basis for this security, and looks forward to the day when faith becomes sight at Christ's return. It offers comfort to those struggling with doubt or fear, grounding hope in God's unchanging promises rather than human effort.
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When I fear my faith will fail, Christ will hold me fast
When the tempter would prevail, He will hold me fast
I could never keep my hold through life's fearful path
For my love is often cold; He must hold me fast
He will hold me fast, He will hold me fast
For my Savior loves me so, He will hold me fast
Those He saves are His delight, Christ will hold me fast
Precious in His holy sight, He will hold me fast
He'll not let my soul be lost; His promises shall last
Bought by Him at such a cost, He will hold me fast
He will hold me fast, He will hold me fast
For my Savior loves me so, He will hold me fast
For my life He bled and died, Christ will hold me fast
Justice has been satisfied; He will hold me fast
Raised with Him to endless life, He will hold me fast
'Til our faith is turned to sight, When He comes at last!
He will hold me fast, He will hold me fast
For my Savior loves me so, He will hold me fast
He will hold me fast, He will hold me fast
For my Savior loves me so
For my Savior loves me so
He will hold me fast