Christ’s Commands in Action: Philip Bliss

October 26, 2026

Are we investing our lives in what will matter for eternity?
In this episode, we consider the life of beloved hymn writer Philip P. Bliss. From writing enduring hymns such as “Hold the Fort,” “Almost Persuaded,” “I Will Sing of My Redeemer,” and “Hallelujah, What a Savior,” to surrendering his musical gifts wholly to the service of Christ, Bliss lived with eternity in view. We are reminded that we do not know how many days we have remaining, nor the hour of our Lord’s return. Yet because Christ is coming, we can faithfully press on, consecrate our gifts to His service, proclaim the Gospel, and invest our lives in what will endure forever. May we watch, be ready, and joyfully serve our Redeemer so that when we see Him face to face, we may be found faithfully occupying until He comes.

  • Gabe Cleator, Host

    Gabe Cleator loves Jesus and desires to help others cultivate an intimate relationship with Christ as the All-Sufficient One. Gabe holds a bachelor’s degree in Biblical Ministries, is author of the book Always and in Everything, and currently serves as the director of the Home Discipleship Network under the ministry of IBLP. His passion is to see God’s people turn back to a vibrant, living Christianity that has Christ at the center and the Word as the foundation. Gabe and his wife, Sara, live in East Texas where they enjoy serving the Lord together and spending time in the great outdoors, taking fishing trips or visiting National Parks.

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