Resilience in Faith: Exploring CCB Hymn 247 "Se Fores Tentado"
This hymn is a staple in CCB gatherings, often featured in regional rehearsals and youth services. Beyond the traditional organ-led congregational singing, it has inspired various modern interpretations:
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A core theme in the second stanza is the preservation of spiritual purity. The hymn warns, "Do not stain the garments that Christ washed; to whiten them, He shed His blood". This highlights the high cost of redemption and encourages the faithful to imitate those who have previously overcome their trials without losing heart. Divine Support in Weakness
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Hymn 247 of the Congregação Cristã no Brasil (CCB), titled (If You Are Tempted), is a powerful anthem of spiritual resistance and moral fortitude. Originally composed by Horatio Richmond Palmer , this hymn serves as a direct call to action for the believer to remain steadfast against sin and rely on divine strength. The Call to Resistance
Perhaps the most comforting aspect of Hymn 247 is its acknowledgement of human frailty. The third stanza admits that when "strength is lacking for the combat," God the Omnipotent is ready to assist. It assures the believer that those who seek divine help will never be confounded or abandoned. Musical and Community Presence This highlights the high cost of redemption and
The hymn opens with an uncompromising command: "If you are tempted, you must not give in; resist sin until you conquer it". This mirrors the central doctrine of the CCB, which emphasizes personal conduct and the active rejection of worldly temptations. The lyrics promise that when a believer is courageous and utilizes the faith given by God, the "enemy" (a metaphor for spiritual trials or sin) will flee. Symbols of Purity and Sacrifice