HORATIO: (On his way to England to join Anna. In his cabin, he sits as a desk while he is silently praying) Lord, I pray for strength. I pray that while me and Anna have been separated, I pray that she confided in you. Lord, though we are childless, we still have You. (knock on the door) In Jesus' name, Amen. (opens his eyes) Come in!
CREW MEMBER: Mr. Spafford, I hope I am not disturbing you.
HORATIO: Everything is well. What do you need to speak with me about?
CREW MEMBER: The captain would like to have a word with you on the deck.
HORATIO: (looks at the crew member with confusion)
(the deck)
CAPTAIN: (looks at the sea while Horatio walks next to him)
HORATIO: Captain?
CAPTAIN: A careful reckoning has been made and I believe we are now passing the very place where the Ville du Havre sunk. (Horatio's jaw drops a bit, then the captain leaves Horatio alone)
HORATIO: (looks at the sea where his daughters died, tears up as memories of his daughters, and even his son, Little Horatio, fills his mind)
(Horatio's cabin)
HORATIO: (Sits at his desk with a blank paper, ink and pen. He grabs the pen, puts it into the ink, then writes on the paper)
When peace like a river attendeth my way,
When sorrows like sea billows roll,
Whatever my lot, Thou hast taught me to say,
It is well, it is well with my soul.
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It Is Well With My Soul: The Horatio G. Spafford Story
Non-FictionHoratio G. Spafford, loving husband and father. Successful lawyer in 1871 Chicago and he serves God to the best of his ability. One day, his whole life begins to crumble as he unexpectedly faces tremendous losses. Despite the tragedy, he knows that...
