Katherine Hankey. Explore “Tell Me the Old, Old Story”: song information and official sources.
The pilgrim journey · Mission and the gospel
Beginning with listeners’ needs, this hymn asks a patient, clear retelling of Jesus and his salvation. Weariness, weakness and forgetfulness mean believers too need the gospel repeatedly. In First Corinthians, Paul recalls holding to the received message and centres Christ’s death and resurrection; Romans explains hearing’s relationship to faith. Consider the grace you most need to believe again. For teachers, the song recalls slowing down and using language listeners understand, allowing first-time explorers and longtime churchgoers alike to hear the Saviour’s love afresh.
Gospel gatherings, Sunday school, nurturing new believers and comforting pastoral visits.