Frances Ridley Havergal

Frances Ridley Havergal was a remarkable English poet and hymn writer born on December 14, 1836, in Astley, Worcestershire. Known for her deep faith and literary talent, she dedicated her life to serving God through her writing. Frances was a prolific author, crafting over 100 hymns, many of which remain cherished in Christian worship today. Her most famous works, such as "Take My Life and Let It Be," reflect her profound spirituality and heartfelt devotion, inviting readers to contemplate their own faith journeys.

Beyond her contributions to hymnody, Frances was also an accomplished translator and wrote several devotional books, all infused with her warm personality and passion for the Scriptures. She believed in the transforming power of God's love and sought to inspire others with her words. If you're curious about her faith-driven insights and poetic expressions, we invite you to explore her works in the app and discover the beauty of her contributions to literature and spirituality.

Kept for the Master's Use

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Little Pillows, or Good-Night Thoughts for Little Ones

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Thirty-one little evening devotionals, simple enough for the child audience for which they were written, but also inspiring for adults needi…

Coming to the King

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A collection of poems by Frances Ridley Havergal and others, all describing different aspects of our walk with God, from 'Coming to the King…

Morning Bells; Or, Waking Thoughts for Little Ones

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Thirty-one brief morning devotionals, simple enough for the child audience for which they were written, but also inspiring for adults needin…

Most Blessed For Ever

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LibriVox readers bring you 9 readings of Most Blessed For Ever, by Frances Ridley Havergal. This was the weekly poem for January 11 to 18, 2…

Another Year

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LibriVox readers bring you 13 readings of Another Year, by Frances Ridley Havergal. This was the weekly poem for December 28, 2014, to Janua…