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The Foundation of God Standeth Sure

Author: Civilla D. Martin Appears in 5 hymnals First Line: In times of great doubt when earth's trials press hard

[In times of great doubt when earth's trials press hard]

Appears in 3 hymnals Composer and/or Arranger: W. Stillman Martin Incipit: 53521 11137 66626 Used With Text: The Foundation of God Standeth Sure

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The Foundation of God Standeth Sure

Author: Mrs. C. D. Martin Hymnal: Favorite Hymns #28 (1933) First Line: In times of great doubt when earth's trials press hard Refrain First Line: "The foundation of God standeth sure" Lyrics: 1 In times of great doubt when earth’s trials press hard, And they seem all too much to endure; There’s a comforting word in the “Scripture of truth,” “The foundation of God standeth sure.” Chorus: “The foundation of God standeth sure,” And His kingdom will ever endure; No matter if all else shall crumble away, “The foundation of God standeth sure.” 2 “Why then should we fear, tho’ the earth be removed?” For God’s children in Christ are secure; On the Rock we are safe, tho’ the storm rages wild, “The foundation of God standeth sure.” [Chorus] 3 In glory at last we shall praise our dear Lord, When we meet with the saved and the pure; And this glorious song we shall sing over there, “The foundation of God standeth sure.” [Chorus] Languages: English Tune Title: [In times of great doubt when earth's trials press hard]

The Foundation of God Standeth Sure

Author: Mrs. C. D. Martin Hymnal: The Sheet Music of Heaven (Spiritual Song) #23 (1925) First Line: In times of great doubt when earth's trials press hard Refrain First Line: "The foundation of God standeth sure" Languages: English Tune Title: [In times of great doubt when earth's trials press hard]

The Foundation of God Standeth Sure

Author: Mrs. C. D. Martin Hymnal: The Sheet Music of Heaven (Spiritual Song) #23 (1926) First Line: In times of great doubt when earth's trials press hard Refrain First Line: "The foundation of God standeth sure" Languages: English Tune Title: [In times of great doubt when earth's trials press hard]

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Civilla D. Martin

1866 - 1948 Person Name: Mrs. C. D. Martin Author of "The Foundation of God Standeth Sure" in Favorite Hymns Martin, Civilla Durfee (Jordan Falls, Nova Scotia, August 21, 1866--March 9, 1948, Atlanta, Georgia). Daughter of James N. and Irene (Harding) Holden. She married Rev. John F. Geddes, Congregational minister of Coventryvilee, N.Y. at Jordan Falls Methodist Church, Shelbourne Co., Nova Scotia, on May 19, 1891. There is thus far no information about their marriage and its end. After several years of teaching school, she married Walter Stillman Martin, a Baptist minister, and traveled with him in evangelistic work. However, because of frail health, she was compelled to remain home much of the time. In 1916, they became members of the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ). They had one son, A.G. Martin. In her writing, she used only her initials, "C.D." rather than her full name of that of her composer-husband. She is reputed to have written several hundred hymns and religious songs. Her first one, "God Will Take Care of You," written in 1904 became world-famous. Her husband wrote the music for this and many of her other hymns. "His Eye is on the Sparrow" written in 1906 and set to music by Charles H. Gabriel, has also received wide acclaim. In addition to the above, "Like As A Father," "A Welcome for Me," and "The Blood Will Never Lose Its Power" are among her better-known hymns. Her husband and collaborator, W.S. Martin (1862-1935) preceded her in death. For the last 29 years of her life, she made her home in Atlanta, Georgia, where she was a member of the First Christian Church. Her funeral was held on March 10, 1948 at Spring Hill and the interment was in the West View Cemetery in Atlanta. --Carlton C. Buck, DNAH Archives and email from Rev. Lester M. Settle (Glenholme, Nova Scotia) to Mary Louise VanDyke 18 September 2008, DNAH Archives.

W. Stillman Martin

1862 - 1935 Composer of "[In times of great doubt when earth's trials press hard]" in Favorite Hymns Born: March 8, 1862, Rowley, Massachusetts. Died: December 16, 1935, Atlanta, Georgia. Buried: Westview Cemetery, Atlanta, Georgia. Husband of hymnist Civilla Martin, Stillman attended Harvard University and was ordained a Baptist minister, though he later switched to the Disciples of Christ denomination. In 1916, he became a professor of Bible studies at Atlantic Christian College in Wilson, North Carolina. Three years later, he moved to Atlanta, Georgia. It was from there he went all over America to run Bible conferences and evangelistic meetings. Sources: Hustad, p. 282 http://www.hymntime.com/tch/bio/m/a/r/t/martin_ws.htm