When God Dips His Love In My Heart
Hank Thompson · Other Songs - Hank Thompson
(Cleavant Derricks - W.S. Stevenson)
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When God dips his pen of love in my heart
And writes my soul a message he wants me to know
His spirit all divine fills this sinful soul of mine
When God dips his love in my heart
Well I said I wouldn't tell it to a living soul
How he brought salvation when he made me whole
But I found I couldn't hide such love as Jesus did impart
Well it makes me laugh it makes me cry sets my sinful soul on fire
When God dips his love in my heart
Sometimes though the way is dreary dark and cold
And some unburdened sorrow keeps me from the goal
I go to God in prayer I can always find him there
To whisper sweet peace to my soul
Well I said I wouldn't tell it...
He walked every step up calvary's ragged way
To give his life completely and bring a better day
My life was steeped and sinned but in love he took me in
His blood washed away every stain
Well I said I wouldn't tell it...
When God dips his love in my heart
When God Dips His Love In My Heart
Hank Thompson's 'When God Dips His Love In My Heart' stands as a quintessential example of his mastery over the country ballad format. Released during the height of his career, the track exemplifies the genre's signature blend of acoustic guitar and emotive vocals, capturing the essence of the American South. Thompson's delivery is characterized by a raw, conversational tone that strips away theatricality to focus on the narrative of faith and personal struggle. The song reflects the broader themes prevalent in his discography, particularly the tension between spiritual reliance and earthly hardship. As a staple of his catalog, it remains a defining recording that showcases his ability to translate deep emotional resonance into a compelling musical statement without relying on complex arrangements.