22 Eternal (Almighty) Father, Strong to Save Authors—William Whiting, 1825–1878 Robert Nelson Spencer, 1937–1961 Composer—John B. Dykes, 1823–1876 Tune Name—“Melita” Meter—88.88.88 Scripture Reference—Psalm 107:23–32 The Lord knoweth how to deliver the godly out of temptations, and to preserve the unjust unto the day of judgment to be punished. 2 Peter 2:9 “Eternal Father, Strong to Save,” or known to many as the “Navy Hymn,” has often been cited as the most popular hymn for travelers in the English