Resurgence

Philip Bliss (1838-1876) was an American hymn writer. Born into a humble home, he had no formal education aside from the Bible. At age 11, he left home to make a living. While working, he attended school off and on to further his education, eventually becoming an itinerant music teacher. He became a well-known singer, teacher, and composer, but chose to give up his financial success with music to become an evangelist.