This hymn was produced in 1898 and was based on experiences in his first year as minister. Nusbaum had been serving in one of the poorest circuits in the district. At the end of the year, he and his wife attended the conference where he hoped to be appointed to a better charge. However, he was named to the same circuit. Unhappy in his situation, he knelt in prayer and told the Lord that he would be willing to let Him have His way with him regardless of the cost. That feeling of surrender became the inspiration for the song. It first appeared in the Gospel Praises hymnal in 1899.
Nusbaum later became a conference evangelist and, during World War I, he was appointed by Woodrow Wilson as inspector of the American Red Cross in France, holding the rank of captain in the U. S. Army. After the war, he travelled throughout the United States conducting evangelistic meetings. In addition to this hymn, he also wrote both words and music for a number of other gospel songs. He passed away in 1937.
Would you live for Jesus And be always pure and good
Would you walk with Him Within the narrow road
Would you have Him bear your burden carry all your load
Let Him have His way with thee
His power can make you What you ought to be
His blood can cleanse your heart And make you free
His love can fill your soul, and you will see
’Twas best for Him to Have His way with thee
If you are struggling with problems in life, look to Jesus and “Let Him Have His Way with Thee.”
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