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"Anonymous – Ich ruf zu dir, Herr Jesus Christ" is a traditional Lutheran hymn of praise and petition composed in 1715 by an unknown author. It is a hymn of adoration and thanksgiving to Jesus Christ, opening with a plea to Jesus to lend the supplicant the courage to remain strong and faithful in one's love and worship of the Lord. Along with its strong emphasis on the power of faith and belief in the saving grace of Jesus, the hymn also expresses gratitude for the blessings bestowed upon the believer. The beautiful and uplifting melody of "Ich ruf zu dir, Herr Jesus Christ" has remained a favorite among many Christian churches for centuries, and continues to be used in numerous worship services to this day.Anonymous – Ich ruf zu dir, Herr Jesus Christ
