God Will Take Care of You

One of the assurances we have in scriptures is that God takes care of his children. When you go through trying times, you have nothing to fear because God will take care of you. The phrase ‘God will take care of you’ is the title of a popular Christian hymn written by a couple, Walter Stillman Martin (1862-1935) and his wife, Civilla (1866-1948).  They were both Baptist ministers and songwriters. The Martins wrote a number of hymns, some of which became quite well known.  “God Will Take Care of You” is a classic one. “His Eye Is on the Sparrow” is another popular one.  Civilla wrote the words, and Walter set her words to music.

The story behind “God Will Take Care of You” is especially interesting.  Walter had a preaching engagement, but was considering cancelling to stay home with Civilla, who was sick.  However, their nine-year-old son said, “Father, don’t you think that if God wants you to preach today, he will take care of mother while you are away?”  Challenged by his son’s faith, Walter went to his preaching engagement, leaving his wife well-being to God.

By the time Walter returned, Civilla was much improved.  Furthermore, inspired by their son’s faith, she had penned the words to this song.  Walter sat down at the keyboard, and in short order created the music to go with the words.  It was first published in 1905 and it became one of the best-loved hymns of the 20th century. Below is the lyrics: