Soon you’ll be stranded on sin’s treach’rous shore,
Angels are weeping; Do you not care
That you are drifting to endless despair?
That you are drifting to endless despair?
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ Mrs C. H. Morris
meter→ 9, 10, 9, 10, 10
tune→ Nearer
First line→ Kindly entreating, “Come unto Me.”
221: Lay Down Your Heavy Burden
1.
Lay down your heavy burden,
Oh, weary sinsick soul,
Come to the Great Physician
And He will make you whole.
The Master’s voice is calling,
He shed His precious blood
That you might be forgiven,
And bring you nigh to God.
Chorus
Lay down your heavy burden,
Oh, weary sinsick soul;
Come to the Great Physician
And He will make you whole.
2.
Come to your soul’s Redeemer;
His holy life He gave,
That you might share His glory
Beyond the cold, dark grave;
Heed not the wily tempter
Who bids you fear and doubt,
Come now and trust in Jesus,
He will not cast you out.
3.
Peace past all understanding
Will fill your heart and life;
His joy and consolation,
Will banish sin and strife.
His voice so sweet and tender,
So full of love and grace,
Entreats you come and welcome,
And find a hiding place.
4.
The night of death is coming,
Soon you must stand alone:
Your sins still unforgiven
Before the great white throne.
Do not reject the Saviour
Until the die is cast,
Your life’s short day is ended,
And you are lost at last.
5.
He waits, but still you linger,
Unwilling to forsake–
Earth’s gaudy gilded treasure,
His riches to partake.
One last sad look He gives you,
Unwilling to depart:
But still you slight His mercy,
And harder grows your heart.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ W. H. Doane
meter→ 7, 6, 7, 6, 7, 6, 7, 6, 7, 6, 7, 6
tune→ Refuge
First line→ Lay down your heavy burden,
Chorus→ Lay down your heavy burden,
222: Let Love Constrain You Now to Seek
1.
Let love constrain you now to seek
God’s Kingdom first alway.
He shall supply the needs of those
Who faithfully obey.
2.
Let love constrain you now to let
His mind and will prevail,
Much more than conqueror thou shalt be,
When Satan’s host assail.
3.
Let love unite and make you one
With Him who reigns on high,
Love is the bond of perfectness,
And love shall never die.
4.
Let love constrain your labours now,
And purity of heart;
The pure and single heart and eye
From God shall never part.
5.
Let love constrain, all else shall fail
And surely pass away.
The faith that works by love shall live
In God’s Eternal Day.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ Asa Hull
meter→ 8, 6, 8, 6 (C.M.)
tune→ Abney
First line→ Let love constrain you now to seek
223: Lend Your Ear, O Stop and Hearken
1.
Lend your ear, O stop and hearken,
Think how sad will be the day
When the voice of Jesus calls you,
And your soul must pass away.
After death will come the judgement,
You must meet it all alone.
On that day He has appointed
You must stand before His throne.
2.
Lend your ear, O soul consider
All that Christ to you would say;
Should you grieve His holy Spirit,
It will be too late to pray.
Do not heed your carnal reason,
This may be your final call.
Life is brief. the end is coming,
Death will soon your soul appal.
3.
Lend your ear, O heed the message,
Love Divine no longer spurn.
Oh, how fearful should He leave you,
Grieved and nevermore return.
Do not compromise with Satan,
Bid the evil one depart.
While the Saviour now is waiting,
Yield Him all your willing heart.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ John W. Dadmun
meter→ 8, 7, 8, 7, 8, 7, 8, 7
tune→ Land of Beulah
First line→ Lend your ear, O stop and hearken,
224: Let Prayers and Supplications Rise
1.
Let prayers and supplications rise
To Him who reigns above;
Your great High Priest, who intercedes
Before the throne of love.
2.
For evermore at God’s right hand
He lives, the Prince of Peace;
The voice of His own sprinkled blood
For you shall never cease.
3.
God’s Spirit groans unceasingly,
And while His people pray;
Not all the powers of death and hell
Can turn them from the Way.
4.
Let there be no reservation.
Give– and God gives to thee.
In thy quiet heart surrendered,
Salvation thou shalt see.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ Isaac Smith
meter→ 8, 6, 8, 6 (C.M.)
tune→ Abridge
First line→ Let prayers and supplications rise
225: Lord, Hear My Prayer
1.
Lord, hear my prayer and give to me
A heart to love and rev’rence Thee;
In all things teach me how to say,
“Thy Kingdom come in me alway.”
2.
My humble prayers do not despise,
Regard while intercessions rise,
My low estate; help me to say,
“Thy will be done in me alway.”
3.
In every thought, in word and deed,
My will, Thy will must supersede,
Reign Thou in me without gainsay,
And let Thy will be done alway.
4.
Lord, teach me how to lose my will,
My heart and spirit now incline,
That I may be subservient,
And wholly lose my will in Thine.
5.
Since Thou didst give Thy life for me,
My life to Thee I now resign,
Thy will my will must supersede,
Till all is wholly lost in Thine.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ J. B. Dykes
meter→ 8, 8, 8, 8 (L.M.)
tune→ Calm
First line→ Lord, hear my prayer and give to me
226: Let the Golden Chain of Silence
1.
Let the golden chain of silence
Bind you to God’s altar,
Tests and trials prove our friendship;
Do not faint nor falter.
Without murmur, uncomplaining,
Prove His love and grace sustaining.
2.
See ahead the crown is waiting:
Never backward glancing,
Faithfully in Christ abiding,
Onward still advancing.
All your forces now enlisting,
All the powers of hell resisting.
3.
Keep your body in subjection,
Christ alone controlling;
Bear the cross, the shame despising,
Joy and peace consoling.
Like your Master, meek and lowly,
Harmless, undefiled and holy.
4.
Thou shalt be an overcomer
If thou wilt continue
With Him now in His temptations,
By His spirit in you.
To the end with Him enduring,
On His Throne a place securing.
5.
When you waken with His likeness
In the wondrous glory,
Sorrow, pain and weeping ended,
Love, His banner o’er thee,
With the King of Kings now reigning,
Love your services constraining.
author→ Sam Jones
meter→ 8, 6, 8, 6, 8, 8
First line→ Let the golden chain of silence
227: Like a Lost Sheep Wandering
1.
Like a lost sheep wand’ring,
I have gone astray;
Jesus, seek Thy servant,
Thee I will obey,
Thou art still my portion,
All my soul’s delight.
Leave me not in darkness,
Lead me in the light.
2.
Dangers still surround me;
Whither shall I flee?
Thou art my sure refuge,
I will hope in Thee.
Leave me not to perish
In the desert cold.
In Thy tender mercy,
Bring me to the fold.
3.
Jesus, seek Thy servant,
Fold me to Thy breast;
I am heavy laden,
Longing now for rest,
Let me hear Thee saying,
“Come and rest in me.
Thou art my beloved,
Mine eternally.”
author→ Sam Jones
meter→ 6, 5, 6, 5, 6, 5, 6, 5
First line→ Like a lost sheep wand’ring,
228: Let Us Draw Near to God
1.
Let us draw near to God,
We know that He is here;
Oh, may His presence fill our souls
With rev’rent, godly fear.
Chorus
Let us draw near to God,
Through Christ, the living way;
The holiest is open now,
Let us draw near and pray.
2.
Let us draw near to God,
He will forgive our sin:
Christ’s precious blood has opened heav’n,
And we may enter in.
3.
Let us draw near to God,
He knows our need is great,
He will respect the contrite heart,
Regard our low estate.
4.
Let us draw near to God,
Our Father and our Friend;
From grateful hearts continually
Let prayer and praise ascend.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ Sam Jones
meter→ 6, 6, 8, 6, 6, 6, 8, 6 (S.M.D.)
First line→ Let us draw near to God,
Chorus→ Let us draw near to God,
228: Let Us Draw Near to God
1.
Let us draw near to God,
We know that He is here;
Oh, may His presence fill our souls
With rev’rent, godly fear.
Chorus
Let us draw near to God,
Through Christ, the Living Way,
The Holiest is open now,
Let us draw near and pray.
2.
Let us draw near to God,
He will forgive our sin:
Christ’s precious Blood has opened Heav’n,
And we may enter in.
3.
Let us draw near to God,
He knows our need is great,
He will respect the contrite heart,
Regard our low estate.
4.
Let us draw near to God,
Our Father and our Friend;
From grateful hearts continually
Let prayer and praise ascend.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ Sam Jones
meter→ 6, 6, 8, 6, 6, 6, 8, 6 (S.M.D.)
229: Long My Eager Heart was Yearning
1.
Long my eager heart was yearning
Some joy to find.
Ever on in sin I wandered–
Poor, helpless, blind.
Oh, to have the past forgiven,
How I’ve wrestled, prayed and striven!
But the clouds remained unriven
Till Jesus came.
2.
Refuge I have found in Jesus–
Sweet, tranquil rest:
Blissful sense of preservation
Naught can molest.
Sin and Satan’s host defying,
On His strength and grace relying,
With His every wish complying,
Peace, peace is mine.
3.
I have proved His pow’r to save me
From every snare,
He is purer than the purest–
Exceeding fair.
He will nerve my faint endeavour;
Naught of earth from Him can sever.
I am His, and His forever!
What joy divine!
4.
I have found a priceless treasure,
Of wealth untold,
All the riches of His glory
Christ will unfold;
Mine the pleasure knows no ending,
In my heart– how condescending–
Jesus dwells, and I am spending
My life for Him.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ R. W. Beaty
meter→ 8, 4, 8, 4, 8, 8, 8, 4
tune→ Caritas
First line→ Long my eager heart was yearning
230: Lord, Arm Me With the Mind of Christ
1.
Lord, arm me with the mind of Christ,
When Satan’s ruthless foes assail.
Strong in my Saviour’s grace and power,
O’er all my foes I shall prevail.
Chorus
The mind of Christ is all I need,
The Spirit of God’s Holy One,
To change me now that I may bear
The selfsame image of His Son.
2.
What can withstand the mind of Christ,
That perfect pure and holy mind,
Obeying all the will of God,
Fulfilling all He had designed.
3.
The very mind that was in Christ
Shall be my armour here below;
Much more than conqueror I shall be,
Since Jesus vanquished every foe.
4.
Lord, arm me with the mind of Christ,
His meek unfeigned humility,
His love and gentleness impart,
His holiness and purity.
5.
Oh priceless gift, the mind of Christ–
This glorious truth no power can dim,
All that pertains to Godliness
For evermore abides in Him.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ James McGranaham
meter→ 8, 8, 8, 8, 8, 8, 8, 8 (L.M.D.)
First line→ Lord, arm me with the mind of Christ,
Chorus→ The mind of Christ is all I need,
231: Lord God of Hosts, Have Mercy
1.
Lord God of Hosts, have mercy on Thy people,
Know Thou that we are falt’ring, weak and frail,
Ruthless and fierce the mighty powers of darkness,
Apart from Thee we never can prevail.
2.
Remember Him who loved, and for us suffered,
Bearing our sins upon the cruel tree,
And for His sake rebuke the adversary,
Cleanse and forgive, unworthy though we be.
3.
Worthy the Lamb, who now is interceding,
Thou knowest, Lord, we bear His Holy name,
Save and preserve and shield us from the evil,
Until we stand before Thee without blame.
4.
The world and sin is evermore opposing,
Our carnal mind is seeking for a place,
Bind Thou the strong, be Thou our soul defender,
And give Thy grace to speed us in the race.
5.
Help us to flee from self and all defilement,
And cleave to Thee, our Counsellor and guide,
Thou art the Light and Life of our salvation,
In Thee alone our hearts are satisfied.
6.
Our only source of good is found in Jesus–
Our joy in life, our hope beyond the grave,
Sweet to our hearts those gracious words of comfort,
Sinners it was, whom Jesus came to save.
7.
This is our plea and claim upon Thy mercy,
Oh, leave us not to pine in our distress,
Cause now Thy face to shine upon Thy servants,
And drive away the powers that would oppress.
8.
We would abide secure beneath Thy shadow,
Sheltered and safe beneath Thy cov’ring wings,
Captives, yet glad, rejoicing in Thy freedom,
Filled with Thy praise our spirits sweetly sing.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ Hubert P. Main
meter→ 11, 10, 11, 10
First line→ Lord God of Hosts, have mercy on Thy people,
232: Lord, I Will Keep Thy Hallowed Rest
1.
Lord, I will keep Thy hallowed rest,
My soul shall cleave to Thee,
Thou art my rest, my portion now
And evermore shall be,
From all self labour I will cease,
That I may rest with Thee in peace.
2.
Lord, I will always seek to choose
The things that pleaseth Thee,
To take hold of thy covenant,
My highest choice shall be,
Thy choice and will shall be my choice,
In this alone I will rejoice.
3.
Thy gracious word is very sure
While I repose in Thee,
A place and name within Thy house
My heritage shall be,
Thy covenant shall I defend
And keep my rest unto the end.
4.
I have an everlasting name,
A priceless gift from Thee,
A name which shall not be cut off—
Thy name my name shall be,
That I may serve Thee and adore
And bear Thy name forevermore.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ Joseph Summers
meter→ 8, 6, 8, 6, 8, 8
tune→ Palmyra
First line→ Lord, I will keep Thy hallowed rest,
233: Lord, in the Lowest Room
1.
Lord, in the lowest room I wait Thy will,
My soul subdued, my heart resigned and still,
Weaned as a child. Oh, work Thou mightily,
That I may gain entire conformity
To Him who ransomed me with His own blood
And pleads my cause before Thy throne, O God.
2.
My Father, God, do Thou fulfill in me
Thy purpose, Thy unchangeable decree,
To know Thee and Thy will I mourn and sigh,
With longings deep Thy name to glorify,
That I may bear when this short life is done
The glorious image of Thy Holy One.
3.
Lord, in the lowest room, I watch and wait.
Thy love to me, so strong, exceeding great,
Is burning now within my inmost soul,
Until it gain entire supreme control,
According to Thine all abounding grace.
My heart is now Thy sacred dwelling place.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ Jean Sibelius
meter→ 10, 10, 10, 10, 10, 10
tune→ Finlandia
First line→ Lord, in the lowest room I wait Thy will,
234: Lord Jesus, Teach Me how to Build
1.
Lord Jesus, teach me how to build
In all sincerity.
I come to Thee in helplessness,
In my perplexity
Behold my insufficiency
And teach me how to build with Thee.
2.
Lord Jesus, teach me how to build,
And help me to retain
The knowledge of Thy Holy will,
Lest I should build in vain.
Create a willing mind in me,
That I may always build with Thee.
3.
Lord Jesus, teach me how to build,
Thy mind and will make plain
Lest I should spend my time and strength,
And labour all in vain.
I shall obey wholeheartedly,
And labour faithfully with Thee.
4.
Lord Jesus, teach me how to build,
To watch and wait and gain
Thy favour, Lord, and confidence,
Lest I should build in vain.
In faith and love and purity,
I want to labour Lord with Thee.
5.
Lord Jesus, teach me how to build,
In mercy now restrain
My carnal mind and waywardness,
Lest I should build in vain.
O Saviour, help me graciously,
With wisdom now to work with Thee.
6.
Lord Jesus, teach me how to build,
And help me to refrain
From my own will and stubbornness,
Lest I should build in vain;
With one accord in harmony,
I fain would labour, Lord, with Thee.
7.
Lord Jesus, teach me how to build,
Let love divine constrain,
And keep my heart and motive pure,
Lest I should build in vain;
With my whole heart I long to be
A master builder, Lord, with Thee.
author→ Sam Jones
meter→ 8, 6, 8, 6, 8, 8
First line→ Lord Jesus, teach me how to build
235: Lord, My Heart's Deep Need
1.
Lord, my heart’s deep need Thou knowest–
Contrite at Thy feet I pray,
Watching, waiting, in Thy presence,
Listening, willing to obey.
All my soul for Thee is yearning,
Fainting for Thy courts, O Lord;
Truest source of satisfaction,
Feed me on the living word.
Chorus
All my soul for Thee is yearning,
To be filled with Thee alone,
Sanctified, approved, accepted,
One whom Thou canst seal and own.
2.
Lord, my heart’s deep need Thou knowest–
Draw me, I will follow Thee,
Free from sin’s enthralling bondage,
In Thy light and liberty.
All my weakness, Lord, Thou seeest;
In temptation be my tower;
Make me more and more like Jesus
Daily by Thy Spirit’s power.
3.
Lord, my heart’s deep need Thou knowest–
Do not turn away my prayer;
Thou hast walked the path before me;
Thou canst sympathize and care.
O remember me in mercy,
And impart the needed grace
To enable me to follow
Till I see Thee face to face.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ Asa A. Armen
meter→ 8, 7, 8, 7, 8, 7, 8, 7, 8, 7, 8, 7
tune→ Hyderabad
First line→ Lord, my heart’s deep need Thou knowest–
Chorus→ All my soul for Thee is yearning,
236: Lord, Shed Abroad Thy Boundless Love
1.
Lord, shed abroad Thy boundless love
In this poor contrite heart of mine
Let every part be sanctified,
Renewed and wholly one with Thine.
2.
Thy Spirit searching shall reveal
The hidden secrets of my heart
Thy pure and penetrating light
Shall reach and heal each hidden part.
3.
Oh, make me wholly one with Thee,
Heart, mind and will and conscience pure
The love constraining me to make
My calling and election sure.
4.
Thy gracious Spirit helping me
To stand before Thee without blame
My highest prize, O Living God,
To glorify Thy sacred name.
5.
Thine own all cleansing blood apply;
In Thee, my Saviour, I will trust,
Thy blood and righteousness my plea–
My rightful place– low in the dust.
6.
Thou God of Love and Peace arise,
And fill the temple Thou hast made,
Nor life, nor death, angels or men,
Can hurt or make my soul afraid.
7.
Love stronger far than death or hell
Enfolds me now in Thy embrace;
Secure the bond and fix the seal,
Till lost in love, I see Thy face.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ H. Percy Smith (1825-1898)
meter→ 8, 8, 8, 8 (L.M.)
tune→ Maryton
First line→ Lord, shed abroad Thy boundless love
237: Lord, My Whole Being Yearns
1.
Lord my whole being yearns and sighs
With thirst insatiable;
My heart is hung’ring now to know
Thy righteous holy will.
2.
Thy righteousness and Thine alone
Can wholly satisfy,
Thy precious promises fulfill,
And my great need supply.
3.
Thy grace and truth and righteousness,
Thy love now shed abroad
Within my heart is all I need,
To speed me on to God.
4.
It was Thy love alone which brought
My soul from nature’s night;
Thy righteousness alone can give
Acceptance in God’s sight.
5.
Thy grace and mercy infinite
Shall speed me while I run,
Until I join the blood wash’d throng,
Accepted in Thy Son.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ Cuthbert Howard
meter→ 8, 6, 8, 6 (C.M.)
tune→ Lloyd
First line→ Lord my whole being yearns and sighs
238: Lord, Teach Me How I May Take Forth
1.
Lord, teach me how I may take forth
The precious from the vile,
And wholly separate myself
From all that would defile.
Lord make me willing now to be
As Thine own mouth to speak for Thee.
2.
Lord, bid the fear of men depart,
Control my mind and will,
And in Thy rev’rent holy fear
Keep me submissive still,
Then teach me, Lord, how I may be
As Thine own mouth to speak for Thee.
3.
Lord, show me how to do my part,
That I may not delay
To separate the precious now
And cast the vile away,
As Thine own mouth I long to be
To speak the living word for Thee.
4.
Lord, Thine own Word shall never fail,
And so I hope to see
Thine own most gracious promises
Now verified in me,
That henceforth I may always be
As Thine own mouth to speak for Thee.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ Joseph Summers
meter→ 8, 6, 8, 6, 8, 8
tune→ Palmyra
First line→ Lord, teach me how I may take forth
239: Lord Teach Me How to Grow in Grace
1.
Lord, teach me how to grow in grace;
Thy patient Spirit now impart,
Producing hope and confidence
Within the garden of my heart.
2.
Love, joy and peace shall then be seen,
And spread their fragrance all around;
Those pleasant fruits of righteousness
Shall grow and in my soul abound.
3.
Longsuff’ring, gentleness shall come,
And goodness follow in their train;
The fruits of faith and godliness
Shall flourish in my soul again.
4.
Meekness and temp’rance shall appear,
The sign and seal that grace divine,
The love of truth and holiness
Are dwelling in this heart of mine.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ Dr Lowell Mason (or Timothy B. Mason)
meter→ 8, 8, 8, 8 (L.M.)
tune→ Eden
First line→ Lord, teach me how to grow in grace;
240: Lord We Gather Round Thy Footstool
1.
Lord, we gather round Thy footstool,
Bowed in deep humility;
As we look upon the emblems,
We remember Calvary.
Chorus
Calvary, Calvary,
We remember Calvary–
In the bread Thy broken body,
In the wine Thy blood we see.
2.
In that night so dark with sorrow,
Left alone in prayer to bow,
See Him drink our cup of anguish,
Drops of blood upon His brow.
3.
See Him led outside the city,
Bruised and bearing all our sin;
Cruel was the death He suffered,
Heaven’s joy for us to win.
4.
Unto Him who loved and washed us
From our sins in His own blood,
We would render thanks and plead for
Grace to love Him as we should.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ Wm. J. Kirkpatrick
meter→ 8, 7, 8, 7, 6, 7, 8, 7
First line→ Lord, we gather round Thy footstool,
Chorus→ Calvary, Calvary,
241: Lord We Need Thy Tender Mercy
1.
Lord, we need Thy tender mercy,
Need it every day;
We are in the midst of danger–
Teach us how to pray.
Chorus
Teach us how to pray,
How to watch and pray,
Fierce and strong the powers of darkness–
Teach us how to pray.
2.
In the quiet of Thy presence,
Fit us for the fray;
Lest we waver in the conflict,
Be our strength and stay.
3.
Lord, preserve and shield Thy people–
Foes are lurking round;
In the way our feet must journey
Snares of death are found.
4.
Lord, impart Thy quickening Spirit
While our prayers arise;
Prayers from needy hearts and contrite
Thou wilt not despise.
5.
Ruthless are the hosts of evil,
Cruel as the grave;
But Thou art our strong deliv’rer,
Thou wilt rise and save.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ J. B. Morgan
meter→ 8, 5, 8, 5, 5, 5, 8, 5
tune→ Tell Him All
First line→ Lord, we need Thy tender mercy,
Chorus→ Teach us how to pray,
242: Love Divine is Now Appealing
1.
Love divine is now appealing
To the destitute and poor.
Will you come and find in Jesus
Rest and life for evermore?
Chorus
Christ will wash you from your sin
In His own most precious blood,
Love divine doth now constrain.
Be ye reconciled to God.
2.
Love divine has paid our ransom;
O, what sacrifice for thee!
When He laid aside His glory,
Bore your sins on Calvary.
3.
Love divine is interceding
Now at God’s right hand on high.
Will you come and be forgiven?
Ransomed soul, why will you die?
4.
Hearken, love divine is saying,
“O, be ready for that day
When the Son of Man shall call you
And your soul must pass away.”
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ F. A. Blackmer
meter→ 8, 7, 8, 7, 7, 7, 7, 7
First line→ Love divine is now appealing
Chorus→ Christ will wash you from your sin
243: Love is the Source of Every Good
1.
Love is the source of every good,
The fixed and sure foundation,
Upon the Rock immovable
God builds His new creation.
Build on this solid rock forever,
Since nothing from His love can sever.
2.
The tongue of men and angels shall,
Like brass or cymbal sounding,
Dissolve and leave no trace behind.
The thought is most astounding,
God’s love alone is never failing,
Revealed in Christ and all prevailing.
3.
All knowledge, gifts and prophecies,
And faith removing mountains,
All sacrifice, the body burned,
Are nought but empty fountains;
The love of Christ is love supernal–
Undimmed, unchanging and eternal.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ Heinrich Reimann (altered)
meter→ 8, 7, 8, 7, 9, 9
tune→ Mit Freuden Zart
First line→ Love is the source of every good,
244: Low and Sweet a Voice is Calling
1.
Low and sweet a voice is calling,
“Souls of mine, why will ye die?”
’Tis the Saviour, meek and lowly–
He is passing, passing by.
Chorus
Passing by, passing by,
Passing by, perhaps forever;
Passing by, perhaps forever;
Jesus now is passing by.
2.
Tenderly He reasons with you:
Dreary are the wastes of sin;
Pleasures sought have failed and vanished;
Cheerless is your heart within.
3.
Peace without alloy He giveth
To the yielded heart and life,
His eternal love sustaining
Mid the world’s unrest and strife.
4.
Others may have proved unfaithful–
Jesus never will betray.
O be earnest, rise and follow–
Do not wait another day.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ E. S. Rice
meter→ 8, 7, 8, 7, 6, 8, 8, 7
First line→ Low and sweet a voice is calling,
Chorus→ Passing by, passing by,
245: Love not the World
1.
Love not the world nor treasures found therein,
They soon shall pass away,
Set not your hearts affections on those things
Which perish and decay,
’Tis but a little while and we must leave
Our earthly dwelling here,
And say our last farewell forevermore,
To all we hold most dear.
2.
Love not the world, its sin and vanity,
Those pleasures soon depart,
Cold, cruel as the grave, seducingly,
They steal your peace of heart,
Illusive are the fading things of time,
So seeming safe and sure,
The moth and rust those riches soon corrupt,
They never can endure.
3.
Love not the world you soon must leave its shores,
And face eternity,
To find a home of everlasting joy
Or endless misery;
Love not earth’s ways, its friendships will not last,
Its honours perish too.
The messenger of death will call you hence,
And hide them from your view.
4.
Love not the world; its glory and its fame
Will lose their power to charm,
And soon the stern realities of death
Will fill you with alarm,
Sell not your soul for monetary joys;
How soon they fail and flee!
Rememb’ring them will bring remorse and grief,
When time has ceased to be.
5.
Love not the world; its seeming vanity
Is but a blind and snare.
The prince of darkness seeks to lure you on
And down to dark despair.
The God who holdeth in His hand thy breath,
In whose are all thy ways,
Created you to glorify His name
By showing forth His praise.
6.
Love not the world– ’tis but a fleeting show
Wherein you cannot stay;
This life is but a handbreadth here below,
’Tis but a passing day.
How short and swift is life’s allotted span–
Yet long enough for thee
To seek a Kingdom nothing can remove,
With God eternally.
7.
Love God alone, and in His Truth rejoice
And seek to walk therein;
He gave His life, the Lowly Nazarene,
To save your soul from sin.
He calls you now to leave the desert ways,
From wand’rings far abroad,
To seek a city with foundations laid
By the Eternal God.
8.
Sweet peace is found in doing His good will,
And those who come find rest;
No other consolation can be found
For weary hearts oppressed,
Come, heavy laden, do not longer stay
From joy and light and love;
In faithfulness His hand will safely lead
To heav’n’s fair home above.
author→ Sam Jones
meter→ 10, 6, 10, 6, 10, 6, 10, 6
First line→ Love not the world nor treasures found therein,
246: Love Strong as Death, Possess My Soul
1.
Love strong as death, possess my soul,
My inmost being fill:
Lead me, and teach me to obey
All God’s most Holy Will.
2.
Love, bind me to God’s altar now,
Nought from Thee to withhold:
The whole burnt off’ring I would give
To be divine, controlled.
3.
Love, draw me, I will follow on
Until I prove and see
The length and depth, and breadth and height,
Of Thine immensity.
4.
Love never failing, deathless love,
How could it e’er depart?
Love, teach me how to give to God
An undivided heart.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ Asa Hull
meter→ 8, 6, 8, 6 (C.M.)
tune→ Abney
First line→ Love strong as death, possess my soul,
247: Low at Thy Throne of Grace
1.
Low at Thy throne of grace
We humbly bow;
Come in Thy mercy, Lord,
And bless us now.
Oh! meet our soul’s deep need,
Thy precious blood we plead,
Thy chosen people lead
Closer to Thee.
2.
We fear the tempter’s power–
Teach us to pray,
And lead us by the hand
In Thine own way.
Thou art the sinner’s friend,
On Thee our souls depend,
Preserve us to the end–
We trust in Thee.
3.
Our broken, contrite hearts
Now cleanse and heal;
Accept our lives, and give
Thy Spirit’s seal.
Oh! cause Thy face to shine,
We would be wholly Thine,
Filled with Thy life divine,
Loyal to Thee.
4.
We come before Thy face,
Humble and meek;
Forsaking self, we would
Thy favour seek.
Teach us Thy holy will,
Thy purpose now fulfil,
Childlike, resigned and still,
We yield to Thee.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ R. Lowry
meter→ 6, 4, 6, 4, 6, 6, 6, 4
tune→ Consecration
First line→ Low at Thy throne of grace
248: Low Before Thy Throne of Grace
1.
Low before Thy throne of grace,
Lord of life, we seek Thy face,
O respect our soul’s deep need,
In the Saviour’s name we plead.
Chorus
Father, in this quiet hour
May we feel Thy quickening power,
Fill our hearts, O heavenly Dove,
With Thy pure and changeless love.
2.
God of love, Thy grace impart;
Quicken every longing heart;
Fill us with Thy love and zeal;
Grant us now Thy Spirit’s seal.
3.
Lord, our body, spirit, soul,
We would yield to Thy control,
Grace sufficient Thou shalt give,
As in Thee we move and live.
4.
Lord, we plead the Saviour’s blood;
We would serve Thee as we should;
Let Thy pitying eye now see
All our insufficiency.
5.
We would bear Thy worthy name,
Stand before Thee without blame,
Cleansed from all iniquity,
Clothed in Thy humility.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ J. B. Dykes
meter→ 7, 7, 7, 7, 7, 7, 7, 7
tune→ Hollingside
First line→ Low before Thy throne of grace,
Chorus→ Father, in this quiet hour
249: Low in the Dust I Put My Mouth
1.
Low in the dust I put
My mouth unfeignedly,
Oh, when Thou shalt appear,
Reveal thyself to me.
2.
Lord, is there ought of pride
Still lurking in my heart?
Rebuke the cursed thing,
And bid it now depart.
3.
I need Thy power and grace
To dwell with me alway,
Grace to the lowly mind
Is all its strength and stay.
4.
Lord, if there may be hope,
I shall indeed, I must
Abhor myself, repent,
My mouth low in the dust.
5.
Since God resists the proud,
My Saviour, I will trust
Thy grace and holiness
To raise me from the dust.
author→ Sam Jones
meter→ 6, 6, 6, 6
First line→ Low in the dust I put
250: Lowly at Thy Feet
1.
Lowly at Thy feet, my Saviour,
Pleading for Thy pardoning grace,
I would seek Thy smile and favour;
Do not hide from me Thy face.
Often heart and flesh would fail me;
Help me, Saviour, from above;
Sweet the thought my heart retaineth:
I am not beyond Thy love.
Chorus
Not beyond the love of Jesus,
His unmeasured wealth of love;
Sweet the thought my heart retaineth:
I am not beyond Thy love.
2.
Hush, my heart, thy Saviour speaketh–
Strained, my ear to catch His word;
Peace that passeth understanding,
Strength and life it doth afford.
Boundless is His love and mercy,
Deeper than the deepest sea,
Vast, unending, never failing,
Sure for all eternity.
3.
’Tis not sacrifice nor offerings,
But my body He requires
For His home and habitation;
Shall I yield to His desires?
Can I, listening to His pleadings,
Still refuse and say Him nay?
Love begets the love He asketh:
Lord, I yield without delay.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ F. Hermann Geue
meter→ 8, 7, 8, 7, 8, 7, 8, 7, 8, 7, 8, 7
First line→ Lowly at Thy feet, my Saviour,
Chorus→ Not beyond the love of Jesus,
250: Lowly at Thy Feet
1.
Lowly at Thy feet, my Saviour,
Pleading for Thy pardoning grace,
I would seek Thy smile and favour;
Do not hide from me Thy face.
Often heart and flesh would fail me;
Help me, Saviour, from above;
Sweet the thought my heart retaineth:
I am not beyond Thy love.
Chorus
Not beyond the love of Jesus,
His unmeasured wealth of love;
Sweet the thought my heart retaineth:
I am not beyond Thy love.
2.
Hush, my heart, thy Saviour speaketh–
Strained, my ear to catch His word;
Peace that passeth understanding,
Strength and life it doth afford.
Boundless is His love and mercy,
Deeper than the deepest sea,
Vast, unending, never failing,
Sure for all eternity.
3.
’Tis not sacrifice nor offerings,
But my body He requires
For His home and habitation;
Shall I yield to His desires?
Can I, listening to His pleadings,
Still refuse and say Him nay?
Love begets the love He asketh:
Lord, I yield without delay.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ F. Hermann Geue
meter→ 8, 7, 8, 7, 8, 7, 8, 7, 8, 7, 8, 7
251: Made Nigh by Christ's Own Precious Blood
1.
Made nigh by Christ’s own precious blood,
We dare approach the throne of grace;
Our hearts acknowledge God is here,
And humbly bow before His face.
Chorus
Our God is here, the living God,
In heartfelt praise we humbly bow,
The Lord of Hosts is on our side
We will not be defeated now.
2.
Oh, let Thy sacred fire descend,
Purge and consume all earthly dross;
Give wisdom daily how to build,
Lest we sustain eternal loss.
3.
Lord, arm us with the mind of Christ,
That suff’ring, we may cease from sin;
Cleanse now Thy temple, we implore;
In all Thy fulness dwell within.
4.
Oh, may our prayers like incense rise,
A constant flame continually;
Of deep desire before Thy throne,
That we conformed to Christ may be.
5.
Thy life and righteousness impart,
Anoint our eyes, lest, growing dim,
We fail to choose affliction now,
That we may be joint heirs with Him.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ J. M. Whyte
meter→ 8, 8, 8, 8, 8, 8, 8, 8 (L.M.D.)
First line→ Made nigh by Christ’s own precious blood,
Chorus→ Our God is here, the living God,
252: Make God Your Friend
1.
Make God your friend and walk with Him,
His grace and truth shall never fail
The power and strength of love divine
Shall over all your foes prevail.
Chorus
God’s priceless words are very pure,
In furnace heat they have been tried.
They shall preserve His chosen seed,
Who faithfully in Him abide.
2.
Make God your friend and counsellor,
In Him repose your confidence.
His friendship is forever sure,
And great will be the recompense.
3.
Make God your friend and you will find,
A friend above all friends is He,
The treasures of His boundless love,
They never shall exhausted be.
4.
Make God your friend, believe His Word,
Your trust He never will betray
The love of Jesus cannot change,
Shall never die or pass away.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ James M. Black
meter→ 8, 8, 8, 8, 8, 8, 8, 8 (L.M.D.)
First line→ Make God your friend and walk with Him,
Chorus→ God’s priceless words are very pure,
253: Make no Provision for the Flesh
1.
Make no provision for the flesh
And Christ shall dwell in you,
His promises shall never fail,
His Holy word is true.
Make no provision to fulfill
Your carnal mind and selfish will.
2.
Make no provision, none at all,
Escape from nature’s night,
When God reveals His holy will,
Make haste obey the light,
Make no provision, ’tis not right,
No flesh can glory in His sight.
3.
Make no provision, let all self
Continually decrease.
Affinity with Amalek
Must now forever cease,
Christ must increase till God can see
The image of His Son in thee.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ Joseph Summers
meter→ 8, 6, 8, 6, 8, 8
tune→ Palmyra
First line→ Make no provision for the flesh
254: Mine Eyes Run To and Fro
1.
Mine eyes run to and fro throughout the earth
In all anxiety to find a man
Who will in deed and truth fulfill My will,
And carry out My purpose and My plan.
2.
I looked and saw the hedge all broken down,
The gap, unchallenged, open stood to view.
I saw in sore distress that faithful men,
Who bear the burden of the Lord, are few.
3.
I fain would spare that fair, delightsome land
So sacred bought by blood; ’tis hallowed ground.
Marked by the footsteps of My Holy One.
To save My heritage; can one be found?
4.
I sought, and still I seek and long to see
That which My soul delights to look upon,
A man to stand before Me in the gap,
The great deliv’rance wrought, the battle won.
5.
To save that land, I gave in sacrifice,
My glory, My delight, My worthy Son.
My heart, My heart is pained to find a man.
Shall Heav’n lament with Me in finding none?
author→ Sam Jones
meter→ 10, 10, 10, 10
First line→ Mine eyes run to and fro throughout the earth
255: My Confidence in Jesus is Given
1.
My confidence in Jesus
Is given from above,
The work of His good Spirit
Inspiring me to love.
’Tis written on my heart, I must
Continually in Jesus trust.
2.
I will not cease from trusting,
God shall my purpose seal,
To all the poor in spirit
His Kingdom now reveal.
My earthly nature still my lust,
But I shall never cease to trust.
3.
My trust is in the Saviour,
He bought me with His blood,
Laid down His life a ransom,
The Holy Son of God.
Although He slay me, yet I must
In peaceful resignation trust.
author→ Sam Jones
meter→ 7, 6, 7, 6, 8, 8
First line→ My confidence in Jesus
256: My Great High Priest is Jesus
1.
My great High Priest is Jesus,
Before the Father’s face,
And I am daily proving
His mercy, truth and grace.
Chorus
My life is fully yielded,
With heart and mind and will.
Oh, may His love and Spirit,
My inmost being fill.
2.
He is my elder brother
Who pleads at God’s right hand,
And He will keep me faithful,
A stranger in the land.
3.
A pilgrim here I journey,
My treasure is on high,
Of riches never failing,
And love which cannot die.
4.
He gives to me His nature,
Clothed in His raiment white,
Mine eyes He hath anointed,
To walk in His pure light.
5.
The path is growing brighter,
I love the lowly way
Of peace and joy and gladness
That leads to perfect day.
6.
I want to be more like Him,
God’s wellbeloved Son,
Conform me to His image,
O Thou, Almighty One.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ W. H. Doane
meter→ 7, 6, 7, 6, 7, 6, 7, 6
tune→ Just a Word
First line→ My great High Priest is Jesus,
Chorus→ My life is fully yielded,
257: My Heart Was Sad and Weary
1.
My heart was sad and weary–
I had no rest within
And wandered on in darkness,
Still deeper into sin:
Iniquity had bound me,
And all was dark as night;
In bitterness of spirit,
I longed for peace and light.
Chorus
I’m glad I met with Jesus–
He bade my sins depart;
He came with joy and gladness
To dwell within my heart.
2.
I sought earth’s fading treasures,
Some lasting joy to gain;
Its pleasures disappointed–
I found them void and vain;
Life seemed to be a failure:
The joys it could impart
Left but remorse and sadness
And sorrow in my heart.
3.
The darkness seemed to deepen;
No light, no hope was nigh,
When, lo! I heard the Saviour,
Who then was passing by.
In kindly tones He whispered,
“Oh, soul I died for thee,
And bore in my own body
Your sins upon the tree.”
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ Mrs J. G. Wilson
meter→ 7, 6, 7, 6, 7, 6, 7, 6, 7, 6, 7, 6
First line→ My heart was sad and weary–
Chorus→ I’m glad I met with Jesus–
258: My Faith is in the Saviour
1.
My faith is in the Saviour,
Who bought me with His blood,
My heart is now the dwelling
Of Christ the Son of God.
2.
My hope is in the Saviour,
Who has supreme control,
A hope both sure and steadfast,
The anchor of my soul.
3.
There are three precious virtues,
Faith, hope and charity,
The love of God unfailing,
The greatest of the three.
4.
When faith and hope are ended,
And we enjoy and see,
The love of God unchanging
Shall never cease to be.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ J. H. Knecht
meter→ 7, 6, 7, 6
tune→ Knecht
First line→ My faith is in the Saviour,
259: My Heart is Fixed for Evermore
1.
My heart is fixed for evermore,
I will rejoice and sing for joy,
My Saviour’s name I shall adore,
His praises shall my powers employ.
Chorus
He gave His life, oh, love divine,
Unchanging, never failing, free.
Oh, Lord was ever love like Thine?–
The love which binds my soul to Thine.
2.
He gave Himself most willingly,
That I might know His love and grace,
And I shall worship gratefully,
When I shall see Him face to face.
3.
There’s nought in Heav’n or earth can move
Or separate me from His love.
Almighty grace I daily prove
Is giv’n to me from Heav’n above.
4.
Where He has gone, there shall I be,
With Him at God’s right hand on high
His glorious Kingdom I shall see,
By His own blood to God made nigh.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ Chas. H. Gabriel
meter→ 8, 8, 8, 8, 8, 8, 8, 8 (L.M.D.)
tune→ Higher Ground
First line→ My heart is fixed for evermore,
Chorus→ He gave His life, oh, love divine,
260: My Inmost Being Yearns and Sighs for Thee
1.
My inmost being yearns and sighs for Thee,
For perfect holiness and purity.
These are the purchase of my Saviour’s blood,
The One who died for me, the Son of God.
2.
Salvation to the uttermost is mine,
Though all the powers of death and hell combine.
The power that raised my Saviour from the dead
Is mine in Him, my ever living Head.
3.
I want to pray and seek the face of God,
To keep my mind from wand’ring far abroad.
So many vain and foolish thoughts arise,
To dim my vision, claim my sacrifice.
4.
I sorely need Thy wisdom, love and grace,
To speed me onward in the heav’nly race.
How many are the things that would dismay;
My heart is fearful lest I miss the way.
5.
I long to gain a clearer vision still
Of Jesus and obey His righteous will.
He is the way of truth and holiness;
Obeying Him, the way I cannot miss.
6.
I stand reproved when I consider Him.
He did not fail, nor did His faith grow dim.
I need His patient Spirit to defend
And be my guide unto the journey’s end.
7.
I seek eternal life from heav’n above,
Revealed in Jesus, God’s great gift of love.
I need His nature to abase my pride
Lest I come short and find myself outside.
author→ Sam Jones
meter→ 10, 10, 10, 10
First line→ My inmost being yearns and sighs for Thee,
261: My Life is Hid With Christ in God
1.
My life is hid with Christ in God,
Preserved within that sure retreat;
Though Satan rage against my soul,
I worship at my Saviour’s feet.
Chorus
No foes can reach that secret place
Where hides my soul safe in His care;
His presence, like a wall of fire,
Is round about me everywhere.
2.
The fiery darts which Satan hurls,
Temptations painful and severe,
No more my trembling soul appal:
I know the Lord of Hosts is near.
3.
Though fierce the conflict here below,
With hosts of sin by Satan led,
The God of Truth will favour me
And bruise the fiery serpent’s head.
4.
I rest in God’s unchanging love;
His peace now reigns within my heart;
Obedient to the Spirit’s voice,
I daily choose the better part.
5.
Though oft infirmities lie sore
Upon this toilworn, weary frame,
The power of Christ is resting there,
And I revere His Holy name.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ W. S. Weeden
meter→ 8, 8, 8, 8, 8, 8, 8, 8 (L.M.D.)
tune→ Hannah
First line→ My life is hid with Christ in God,
Chorus→ No foes can reach that secret place
262: My Mind is Stayed on Jesus
1.
My mind is stayed on Jesus,
The Holy Son of God,
Who purchased my redemption,
With His most precious blood,
My mind is stayed and trusting,
His perfect peace is mine,
From Him who died to save me,
I never shall decline.
2.
Come joy, come grief or sorrow,
My mind is stayed on Him.
There’s nought can change my purpose,
No clouds the light can dim.
I see His face with gladness,
I hear His loving voice,
Though pain may be my portion,
In Him I will rejoice.
3.
He bore the cross and anguish,
Delivered for my sin.
Now He is my righteousness,
And I have rest within,
For me He intercedeth
At God’s right hand on high,
And soon I shall be with Him
Where joy can never die.
4.
I want to bear with patience,
According to His will,
The daily cross He giveth,
That I may now fulfill
His purpose and good pleasure
Until my race is run,
Then waken in the likeness
Of God’s beloved Son.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ G. J.Webb
meter→ 7, 6, 7, 6, 7, 6, 7, 6
tune→ Webb
First line→ My mind is stayed on Jesus,
263: My Presence Shall Go With Thee
1.
My presence shall go with thee,
I will not, cannot fail,
Remember I am pleading
For you within the veil.
To all I say, Oh, take good heed,
And thou shalt overcome indeed.
2.
My presence shall go with thee,
And I will give thee rest
According to My promise,
My people will be blest.
Obey my will, and thou shalt see
The Heavens opened unto thee.
3.
My presence shall go with thee,
Oh, faint not by the way,
Your strength shall be proportioned
According to your day,
Have faith in God and thou shalt see,
Much more than conqueror thou shalt be.
author→ Sam Jones
meter→ 7, 6, 7, 6, 8, 8
First line→ My presence shall go with thee,
264: My Refuge and Hope are in Jesus
1.
My refuge and hope are in Jesus,
My comfort in days of distress;
Though weary the wilderness journey,
I know He will nourish and bless.
Chorus
Though hosts of sin may surround me,
My heart shall not fear, for I know
My refuge and hope are in Jesus,
And onward rejoicing I go.
2.
His own strong right arm will protect me,
Though fiercely the foes may assail;
I trust in the name of Jehovah,
And know I shall surely prevail.
3.
His mercy and faithfulness never
Depart from the upright in heart;
And, knowing our frame, He remembers
His Spirit and strength to impart.
4.
He dwells with the meek and the lowly;
His counsel is sweet to their soul;
The heart that is humble and contrite,
The Saviour delights to control.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ P. P. Bilhorn
meter→ 9, 8, 9, 8, 8, 8, 9, 8
First line→ My refuge and hope are in Jesus,
Chorus→ Though hosts of sin may surround me,
265: My Saviour Bids Me Sing His Praise
1.
My Saviour bids me sing His praise,
Adore His wondrous works and ways;
His life within, His love and peace,
Inspire a song which cannot cease.
Chorus
My Lord and I shall never part;
He reigns supreme within my heart.
With all the raptured saints above,
I’ll praise the God whose name is Love.
2.
He came from God the Father’s heart
To take the guilty sinner’s part;
Love paid the price none other could,
For our redemption shed His blood.
3.
Although a stranger in the land,
I will obey my Lord’s command;
In Him my restless heart is still,
Resigned to His most holy will.
4.
A pilgrim in the heavenly way,
I trust Him in the evil day;
Clothed in His armour, I shall stand,
Protected by His mighty hand.
5.
When life is over I shall dwell
With Him my soul has loved so well,
Clothed in His righteousness complete,
To fall and worship at His feet.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ L. Manning
meter→ 8, 8, 8, 8, 8, 8, 8, 8 (L.M.D.)
First line→ My Saviour bids me sing His praise,
Chorus→ My Lord and I shall never part;
266: My Saviour Has Supreme Control
1.
My Saviour has supreme control,
My heart is now at rest,
For I am fully satisfied–
His way and will is best.
I would not dare to choose my way,
The Lord alone shall guide.
I feel the clasp of His dear hand,
And journey by His side.
2.
Earth’s many voices which I hear,
Would lure my heart to stay,
But loves fair vision fills my soul,
And so I haste away.
Although the pathway now may lead
Through valleys dark and drear,
The comfort of His rod and staff
Assure me He is near.
3.
When every consolation fails,
I question not His love;
His life within shall bear me on
To His fair home above.
Safe hidden in the Father’s hand,
His work of grace begun,
He will continue and complete
And make me like His Son.
4.
To suffer with my soul’s Beloved
Is now my highest choice;
As self decreases I can hear
My Heav’nly Bridegroom’s voice.
We know our light afflictions will
Add to our joy and crown
When life is o’er, and at His feet
We lay our armour down.
5.
I’ll follow with Him to the end–
It is but meet I should;
For me He drank the bitter cup,
Resisting unto blood.
It was for me He lived and died,
For me He rose a gain.
He lives in me and I in Him,
And with Him I shall reign.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ Anon (Arr Wm. A. Huntley)
meter→ 8, 6, 8, 6, 8, 6, 8, 6 (C.M.D.)
First line→ My Saviour has supreme control,
267: My Saviour, How I Love Thy Name
1.
My Saviour, how I love Thy name,
And oh, how precious to my heart
The bond of love which makes us one,
And binds us nevermore to part.
Chorus
My name is graven on His hands,
His precious blood now speaks for me,
Within the Holiest of all,
Before God’s face continually.
2.
My Shepherd, since Thy life is mine,
I rest in this– Thou shalt prevail
O’er every foe, without, within–
Thy love, allconq’ring cannot fail.
3.
My Master, all my soul desires
The grace to serve Thee faithfully,
With rev’rence, and with godly fear,
In meek unfeigned humility.
4.
My Father, hearken to my prayer,
In Jesus’ name I ask of Thee;
In life, in death, deny me not,
Let Christ be magnified in me.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ Mrs C. (Laura) Coombs
meter→ 8, 8, 8, 8, 8, 8, 8, 8 (L.M.D.)
First line→ My Saviour, how I love Thy name,
Chorus→ My name is graven on His hands,
268: My Saviour, I Will Follow Thee
1.
My Saviour, I will follow Thee,
Thy love is never failing;
Dwell Thou in me for evermore,
O’er all my foes prevailing.
Thy cleansing blood has reached my soul,
Thy voice sin’s tempest stilling,
Has spoken peace, in Thee I rest,
Thy love my heart is filling.
2.
O let Thy gentleness and grace
Within my heart abounding,
My carnal nature now subdue,
The hosts of sin confounding.
I fear lest I should miss the mark,
The prize of my high calling
To stand deformed on that great day,
The thought is too appalling.
3.
This confidence assures my heart
The work of recreation
He will maintain until I prove
His uttermost salvation.
Beholding Him, the highest prize,
From Jesus never turning.
The mighty change is wrought within,
His beauty our adorning.
4.
O Lamb of God, prevail in me,
My being sanctifying,
To gain complete conformity
My inmost soul is sighing.
Thy deathless, all consuming love
So constant in its burning,
Proclaims Thine image I shall bear
On that eternal morning.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ Geo. C. Stebbins
meter→ 8, 7, 8, 7, 8, 7, 8, 7
First line→ My Saviour, I will follow Thee,
269: My Saviour Left His Father's Home
1.
My Saviour left His Father’s home,
Came down to teach me how to love;
He died to put away my sin,
And take me to His Home above.
2.
My Saviour, I would walk with Thee,
O, keep my mind and conscience free,
Let Thy pure love fill all my soul,
That I may serve Thee faithfully.
3.
I long to have the single eye,
To keep my body full of light,
Thy love and tenderness alone
Shall keep my heart and spirit right.
4.
Thine only is the love and grace,
Thy Spirit is the power I need,
Thy gentleness shall make me great,
And noble in my word and deed.
5.
O, grant Thy pure and lowly mind,
Thy meekness and humility,
All that pertains to Godliness,
May evermore abide in me.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ H. Baker
meter→ 8, 8, 8, 8 (L.M.)
tune→ Hesperus
First line→ My Saviour left His Father’s home,
270: My Saviour, Let Thy Truth and Grace
1.
My Saviour, let Thy truth and grace
In all its fulness fill my soul;
Since Thou hast bought me with Thy blood,
Thou shalt possess and own the whole.
2.
I rest in this, my Saviour knows
The powers that o’er me would prevail.
Much more than conq’ror I shall be,
Through Him who pleads within the veil.
3.
His blood is speaking there for me,
Within that sacred holy place,
Before the great eternal God,
Who sits upon the throne of grace.
4.
His all prevailing prayers are heard,
And no one can dispute my claim;
In God’s beloved my ransom paid,
I am accepted in His name.
5.
O Lamb of God, Thy sacred blood
Has reached and cleansed this heart of mine.
The love which fills the heav’ns above
Has claimed and sealed me wholly Thine.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ J. B. Dykes
meter→ 8, 8, 8, 8 (L.M.)
tune→ Calm
First line→ My Saviour, let Thy truth and grace
271: No; Nothing can Abate My Love
1.
No; nothing can abate my love,
No powers can bid my soul depart.
Love is the bond of perfectness,
Its origin is in God’s heart.
2.
God sent His Son to fill my soul
With love which shall forever burn,
His love is indestructible,
To God’s own heart it shall return.
3.
Accepted now of God in Christ,
This is my one my only plea,
Redeemed, forgiven I am His,
His life is mine eternally.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ Anonymous
meter→ 8, 8, 8, 8 (L.M.)
tune→ Holborn Hill
First line→ No; nothing can abate my love,
272: My Saviour Speaks, I Hear His Kindly Voice
1.
My Saviour speaks! I hear His kindly voice;
It thrills my soul and makes my heart rejoice.
Amid earth’s gloom the Lamb of God I see,
The One who loved and gave Himself for me.
2.
How sweet to know, God’s pure and spotless Son
My inmost heart’s affection now has won!
For me He left His Father’s home on high;
Oh! wondrous love, that He, my Lord, should die.
3.
Oh! precious fellowship, divinely sweet!
With joy I worship at my Saviour’s feet.
In wonder and amazement I adore
And plead for grace to love Him more and more.
4.
No more a stranger to His love and grace,
But reconciled, I now behold His face.
Unspeakable the bliss, the precious rest,
In peace reclining on my Saviour’s breast.
5.
His love will keep me in the narrow way,
Until I reach the land of endless day,
There to behold Him, see Him as He is,
With all the bloodwashed throng to sing His praise.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ E. J. Hopkins
meter→ 10, 10, 10, 10
tune→ Ellers
First line→ My Saviour speaks! I hear His kindly voice;
273: My Saviour’s Love Shall Never Fail
1.
My Saviour’s love shall never fail,
Till I am safe within the veil;
When life has ended here for me,
Lord Jesus, I shall dwell with Thee.
Chorus
Love led Him to Gethsemane;
Love led Him on to Calvary.
Love in His flowing wounds I see:
The Lamb of God, who died for me.
2.
Although unworthy of His love,
He has prepared a home above,
Where souls redeemed shall live in peace;
Their joy in God shall never cease.
3.
His servants there shall see His face,
Arrayed in righteousness and grace,
Their crown of life to bear His name
And stand before Him without blame.
4.
God’s love shall comfort them for aye,
His hand shall wipe their tears away;
Before the throne their theme shall be:
“Herein is love: He died for me.”
author→ Sam Jones
meter→ 8, 8, 8, 8, 8, 8, 8, 8 (L.M.D.)
First line→ My Saviour’s love shall never fail,
Chorus→ Love led Him to Gethsemane;
273: My Saviour’s Love Shall Never Fail
1.
My Saviour’s love shall never fail,
Till I am safe within the veil;
When life has ended here for me,
Lord Jesus, I shall dwell with Thee.
Chorus
Love led Him to Gethsemane;
Love led Him on to Calvary.
Love in His flowing wounds I see:
The Lamb of God, who died for me.
2.
Although unworthy of His love,
He has prepared a home above,
Where souls redeemed shall live in peace;
Their joy in God shall never cease.
3.
His servants there shall see His face,
Arrayed in righteousness and grace,
Their crown of life to bear His name
And stand before Him without blame.
4.
God’s love shall comfort them for aye,
His hand shall wipe their tears away;
Before the throne their theme shall be:
“Herein is love: He died for me.”
author→ Sam Jones
meter→ 8, 8, 8, 8, 8, 8, 8, 8 (L.M.D.)
274: My Soul Desires to Walk With God
1.
My soul desires to walk with God,
Along the path His chosen trod;
I hear Him calling “Come away,”
And joyfully I now obey.
Chorus
I hear Him call, I hear Him call
From all that would my soul enthrall;
I haste away to walk with God,
Along the path His chosen trod.
2.
The world may frown; I do not fear:
He waits with words of hope and cheer,
To help me on my homeward way,
Where I shall rest at close of day.
3.
New springs within my heart arise
While I behold His sacrifice;
My soul desires, it yearns to be,
A sacrifice, O Lord, for Thee.
4.
Though powers of earth and hell oppose,
I rest in this– my Father knows;
His word is sure, it cannot fail:
Rejoice, my soul, thou shalt prevail!
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ Wm. B. Bradbury
meter→ 8, 8, 8, 8, 8, 8, 8, 8 (L.M.D.)
tune→ Consolation
First line→ My soul desires to walk with God,
Chorus→ I hear Him call, I hear Him call
275: My Soul is Thirsting Now For God
1.
My soul is thirsting now for God;
Oh, when shall I appear,
Within His courts and there abide
In Him without a fear?
’Gainst foes without and foes within
I daily now contend,
But God in His unchanging love
My soul will sure defend.
2.
“Where is thy God?” the scorners say,
And mock me while I plead,
But He who knows my grief and pain
Will meet my every need.
Though sighs and tears my portion be,
God is my hope and stay;
Oh; why art thou cast down, my soul?
The clouds will pass away.
3.
Thy waves and billows o’er me roll
Deep calleth unto deep,
In mercy now respect my prayer,
Thou Shepherd of the sheep.
Soul, why art thou disquieted,
With sorrow burdened down?
Hope thou in God and He thy days
With mercy yet will crown.
4.
Deliver me and plead my cause:
My enemies oppress,
Ungodly men beset me round
And mock at my distress.
Oh, why hast Thou forgotten me?
My soul is left to mourn.
Thou art the rock of my defence;
Oh, when wilt Thou return?
5.
Send out Thy light, Oh, send the truth
And let them lead me still
Unto Thy tabernacle, Lord,
Up to thy holy hill,
Then to Thy altar I will go
With songs of joy and praise,
Present my life and seek for grace
To walk in wisdom’s way.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ André E. M. Grétry,(Arr. W. J. Kirkpatrick)
meter→ 8, 6, 8, 6, 8, 6, 8, 6 (C.M.D.)
tune→ Landås
First line→ My soul is thirsting now for God;
276: My Soul, is Yours a Labour
1.
My soul, is yours a labour of pure love
For Him who loved and gave Himself for you?
Does love of self or love for Christ impel
The service you engage and now pursue?
2.
Those Angels who behold His face with joy
Are looking on with wonder and surprise.
What shall they hear– the murmurs of selfwill
Or see your glad and willing sacrifice?
3.
My soul, hath God required this at your hand,
The precincts of His sacred courts to tread?
Does love inspire the labour you bestow
Or are you by some baser motive led?
4.
No sacrifice can ever satisfy
The heart of God who reigns in light above,
And nothing is acceptable to Him
If we refuse the first fruits of our love.
5.
My soul, reflect upon those solemn words
Pronounced on Israel by their faithful God:
My children whom I nourished have rebelled,
They have gone back, their hands are full of blood.
6.
Those Sons of Fire who in His presence wait,
They stand above His great eternal Throne,
His glory veils their Holy Ministry
Their glory is to serve by love alone.
7.
Ten thousand times ten thousand honours wait
The hearts who serve by love divine made pure.
O, blessed service and forever blest,
Their joy and crown immortal shall endure.
8.
With my whole being earnestly I seek
A heart to love and serve Thee worthily,
That I may prove my gratitude to Him
Who came in love to give Himself for me.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ Edward J. Hopkins
meter→ 10, 10, 10, 10
tune→ Ellers
First line→ My soul, is yours a labour of pure love
277: My Soul Rejoices in the Lord
1.
My soul rejoices in the Lord,
For He has made my life His own.
That which was lost is now restored,
And never shall be overthrown.
2.
While this sweet voice my heart can charm,
Despite the many sounds that thrill,
I find it is the secret balm
And antidote for every ill.
3.
When flesh is weak and oul is faint,
This Spirit voice comes clear and sweet,
Pour out thy heart without restraint,
And find thy rest at Jesus’ feet.
4.
And then I lay me down in peace,
For Jesus knows and gives to me
A rest and strength that doth increase,
As He reveals Himself to me.
5.
’Tis sweet to know this precious rest
Is free to all who trust in Him,
And longing hearts are cheered and blest
With love and light that ne’er grows dim.
6.
His love will lead, His light will guide,
Though we ofttimes are sore distressed,
To Him who loved and wept and died,
Then may we ever give our best.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ Peter Ritter
meter→ 8, 8, 8, 8 (L.M.)
tune→ Hursley
First line→ My soul rejoices in the Lord,
278: My Soul's Sweet Song is Jesus
1.
My soul’s sweet song is Jesus,
I cannot help but sing.
My heart is fully yielded,
He reigns supreme my King,
I sing for joy and gladness,
Although I bear the cross,
His love outweighs the suff’ring,
The sacrifice and loss.
2.
My only hope is Jesus,
A living Christ within.
My heart is now His temple,
He saves me from all sin,
Receiving daily cleansing,
Made new a house of prayer,
My all, complete the off’ring
Upon the altar there.
3.
How kind the heart of Jesus,
To save us by His grace.
He bore our sins and sorrows,
He took the sinners place,
The holiest is open,
No veil to hide the sun,
For in Christ’s face the glory
We now may look upon.
4.
We are the earthen vessel,
The treasure to contain.
For in our mortal bodies
He deigns to live again,
How excellent the glory,
How full and deep our joy,
When all our powers and talents
Are used in His employ.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ S. S. Wesley
meter→ 7, 6, 7, 6, 7, 6, 7, 6
tune→ Aurelia
First line→ My soul’s sweet song is Jesus,
279: Nearer to Jesus My Saviour
1.
Nearer to Jesus my Saviour,
I would be closer drawn,
See how the shades are gathering,
Daylight will soon be gone,
Soon will my season of service,
Here in this life be o’er
Then I shall join with the ransomed
On that fair Heav’nly shore.
2.
Nearer my blessed Redeemer,
Close to His wounded side,
Under His care and protection,
Ever I would abide.
Safe from the wiles of the tempter,
Far from the noisy throng,
Strong in His grace as I journey,
Singing my pilgrim song.
3.
Nearer the feet of the Master,
Choosing the better part,
Simple and childlike in spirit,
Bidding myself depart,
Learning to walk in His counsel,
Under His glad control,
Bearing His yoke in subjection,
Sweet is my rest of soul.
4.
Nearer to Him in temptation,
Willing to suffer loss,
Self and self int’rest forsaking,
Ready to bear the cross,
Though in myself insufficient,
Grace will my Lord impart,
Perfect His strength in my weakness,
Stablish my wav’ring heart.
5.
Nearer the cross and the garden,
Multiplied tears and sighs,
Fellowship with Him in suff’ring,
More of a sacrifice,
No; not my will, Oh, my Father,
Let all Thy will be done,
Strengthen my purpose to follow
Till the vict’ry is won.
6.
Nearer the day of His glory,
Nearer His coming reign,
Soon as the King of the nations,
He will return again,
Though heart and flesh often fail me,
I would desire to be
Found with Thy chosen and faithful,
Worthy to reign with Thee.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ W. J. Kirkpatrick
meter→ 8, 6, 8, 6, 8, 6, 8, 6 (C.M.D.)
tune→ Lilliard
First line→ Nearer to Jesus my Saviour,
280: No Ray of Light to Pierce the Gloom
1.
No ray of light to pierce the gloom,
When wand’ring far away in sin!
The Saviour’s gentle voice I heard,
“Oh troubled heart, may I come in?”
Chorus
My heart responded to His voice;
He whispered as He entered in,
“My blood was shed on Calvary
To make atonement for your sin.”
2.
Behold My pierced hands and feet!
Those cruel thorns were all for thee;
Your many sins I bore them all
In My own body on the tree.
3.
Could I resist such matchless love,
And gaze unmoved upon His face–
The brow that sweat in agony
To gain for me in heav’n a place?
4.
My heart, once full of fear and dread,
Is now possessed by love divine;
I scarce can comprehend the thought,
He dwells within this heart of mine.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ Sam Jones
meter→ 8, 8, 8, 8, 8, 8, 8, 8 (L.M.D.)
First line→ No ray of light to pierce the gloom,
Chorus→ My heart responded to His voice;
280: No Ray of Light to Pierce the Gloom
1.
No ray of light to pierce the gloom,
When wand’ring far away in sin!
The Saviour’s gentle voice I heard,
“Oh troubled heart, may I come in?”
Chorus
My heart responded to His voice;
He whispered as He entered in,
“My blood was shed on Calvary
To make atonement for your sin.”
2.
Behold My pierced hands and feet!
Those cruel thorns were all for thee;
Your many sins I bore them all
In My own body on the tree.
3.
Could I resist such matchless love,
And gaze unmoved upon His face–
The brow that sweat in agony
To gain for me in heav’n a place?
4.
My heart, once full of fear and dread,
Is now possessed by love divine;
I scarce can comprehend the thought,
He dwells within this heart of mine.
author→ Sam Jones
meter→ 8, 8, 8, 8, 8, 8, 8, 8 (L.M.D.)
281: No Reputation, With Jesus I Go
1.
No reputation, with Jesus I go,
Willingly, cheerfully, my life to sow.
Sow to the Spirit, in faith lay it down;
Strive for the mastery, hope for the crown.
2.
No reputation, if Jesus had none;
Why should I murmur, the suffering shun?
Why from the cross should I seek for release?
I must diminish for Him to increase.
3.
No reputation, but with Him I crave
Glory immortal, beyond the dark grave,
Honour and glory which never can fade;
Scorners are silent, there’s none to upbraid.
4.
No reputation and unrecognized,
Misunderstood and by worldlings despised,
God understands me– this thought will suffice;
Bearing the cross, I should ever rejoice.
5.
No reputation, with Him I’m content,
Laying my life down, to spend and be spent;
Living or dying, I will not refrain:
God cannot lie, I shall take it again.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ F. Hermann Geue
meter→ 10, 10, 10, 10
First line→ No reputation, with Jesus I go,
281: No Reputation, With Jesus I Go
1.
No reputation, with Jesus I go,
Willingly, cheerfully, my life to sow.
Sow to the Spirit, in faith lay it down;
Strive for the mastery, hope for the crown.
2.
No reputation, if Jesus had none;
Why should I murmur, the suffering shun?
Why from the cross should I seek for release?
I must diminish for Him to increase.
3.
No reputation, but with Him I crave
Glory immortal, beyond the dark grave,
Honour and glory which never can fade;
Scorners are silent, there’s none to upbraid.
4.
No reputation and unrecognized,
Misunderstood and by worldlings despised,
God understands me– this thought will suffice;
Bearing the cross, I should ever rejoice.
5.
No reputation, with Him I’m content,
Laying my life down, to spend and be spent;
Living or dying, I will not refrain:
God cannot lie, I shall take it again.
6.
No reputation, yet onward I move.
His tender sympathy daily I prove,
He understands me and bright overhead,
Glory illumes all the pathway I tread.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ F. Hermann Geue
meter→ 10, 10, 10, 10
282: Not Redeemed With Gold or Silver
1.
Not redeemed with gold or silver,
But with precious blood I am;
Priceless was the ransom given–
God the Father’s spotless Lamb.
Chorus
It was Jesus, my Saviour,
Gave His life to ransom me;
Love beyond my comprehending,
When He suffered on Calvary.
2.
Not redeemed to vainly squander
Time and talents He bestows;
Strength He gives to bear the burden–
Well this feeble frame He knows.
3.
Not redeemed to live in pleasure
While the precious moments fly;
Brief our span of life to labour–
Days and years pass swiftly by.
4.
He redeemed me– oh, what mercy!
Greater love could never be!
God’s own Son, so pure and holy,
Was the sacrifice for me.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ Chas. J. Butler
meter→ 8, 7, 8, 7, 7, 7, 8, 8
First line→ Not redeemed with gold or silver,
Chorus→ It was Jesus, my Saviour,
283: Nothing in Heaven or Earth
1.
Nothing in Heav’n or earth,
Nothing in death or hell
Can change the love of God,
Trust Him all shall be well.
2.
He will preserve His own,
Though strangers in the land,
Across the desert way;
He leads them by the hand.
3.
They are His chosen seed,
They are forever blest,
Unerringly He leads,
Safe to His home and rest.
4.
He surely will rebuke
The powers that would devour,
Protect His Lambs and sheep;
He is their shield and power.
5.
He has prepared a place
At His right hand above,
Where they shall dwell in light
And praise the God of love.
6.
They see their Saviour’s face,
To serve Him is their joy,
The song of God’s redeemed
Their raptured souls employ.
7.
There shall be no more pain,
All tears are wiped away,
They rest in perfect peace
In God’s eternal day.
author→ Sam Jones
meter→ 6, 6, 6, 6
First line→ Nothing in Heav’n or earth,
284: O Beware Lest You Refuse
1.
O beware lest you refuse
The call of God today.
Time cannot wait and very soon
Your life must pass away.
Chorus
Oh! Come to Jesus now.
Forsake your foolish pride.
How sad if God should close the door,
And you are left outside.
2.
O beware lest you despise,
In this your day of grace,
The invitation God has sent,
And others fill your place.
3.
O beware lest you reject
God’s counsel from on High.
Be wise, take heed, and hearken now,
Lest He should pass you by.
4.
O beware lest you should grieve
The Spirit’s tender voice;
God says He will not always strive.
O haste, and make your choice.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ W. H. Doane
meter→ 7, 6, 8, 6, 6, 6, 8, 6
tune→ Revival
First line→ O beware lest you refuse
Chorus→ Oh! Come to Jesus now.
285: O Brother, Sister, Weary Not
1.
O, brother, sister, weary not,
Faint not within your mind,
God’s ears are open to your prayer,
His heart to you inclined.
Chorus
’Tis yielded, all my willing heart,
My spirit, body, soul.
Preserve me blameless, undefiled,
Possess and own the whole.
2.
God’s eyes behold His hidden ones,
The quiet in the land,
Who silently obey His voice,
The touch of His dear hand.
3.
Let every voice be hushed and still,
All nature soothed to rest,
In meek humility to own
His way and will is best.
4.
Not mine: oh, let Thy will be done;
Subdued, my heart shall say,
At God’s disposal all my life
Without reserve I lay.
5.
Fulfill in me Thy perfect will,
Thou gracious Holy One.
Perform, continue and complete
Thy work of grace begun.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ J. Mountain
meter→ 8, 6, 8, 6, 8, 6, 8, 6 (C.M.D.)
First line→ O, brother, sister, weary not,
Chorus→ ’Tis yielded, all my willing heart,
286: Oh, Give Thyself Continually
1.
Oh, give thyself continually
To fervent prayer and ministry,
And God shall bless the seed thus sown,
Abundant harvest you shall see.
Chorus
Preceded by your fervent prayer,
Go forth and sow the precious seed,
Thus Heav’n and earth united stand,
To save the world in all its need.
2.
God and the world hath need of thee,
Man’s wickedness is very great.
Oh, pray that God may send His word
To reach them in their low estate.
3.
At God’s right hand the one who died
To save the nations from their sin
Is praying now– will you not pray,
And labour thus their souls to win?
4.
God lives and reigns in Sov’reign power;
Who then can stay His mighty hand?
Will you not give yourself to prayer,
In love Fulfilling love’s demand?
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ Chas. H. Gabriel
meter→ 8, 8, 8, 8, 8, 8, 8, 8 (L.M.D.)
tune→ Higher Ground
First line→ Oh, give thyself continually
Chorus→ Preceded by your fervent prayer,
287: O Glorious Day When I Shall Meet
1.
O, glorious day when I shall meet
My soul’s Redeemer face to face,
To fall and worship at His feet,
Clothed in His righteousness and grace.
Chorus
O, glorious day, transporting thought,
In all His beauty I shall see
The face and form of love divine,
The God of love who died for me.
2.
Beyond the reach of care and pain,
I soon shall see Him as He is,
To serve in glory undefiled,
And bear His name through endless bliss.
3.
The furnace of affliction here
Shall purge away all earthly dross.
The fire must try my building now,
Lest I sustain eternal loss.
4.
O, glorious day when I shall stand
Complete in all the will of God,
Accepted in the well beloved,
My pardon written in His blood.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ W. S. Weeden
meter→ 8, 8, 8, 8, 8, 8, 8, 8 (L.M.D.)
tune→ Hannah
First line→ O, glorious day when I shall meet
Chorus→ O, glorious day, transporting thought,
288: O God, My Inmost Being Yearns
1.
O God, my inmost being yearns and sighs,
The longings of my soul to Thee arise,
Ascending up within the holy place,
They plead with Thee before the Throne of Grace.
2.
Oh, let Thy tender love, I now implore,
Fill all my soul abounding more and more,
Bring forth in me the fruits of righteousness,
The beauty of Thy grace and Holiness.
3.
A broken, contrite heart I bring to Thee,
My poverty of spirit all my plea,
Thy promises I plead in Jesus name,
I have no other hope, no other claim.
4.
O God, since Thou hast made my heart Thy care
And called me forth my Saviour’s name to bear,
Purge out all dross, destroy iniquity,
That Christ, The holy One, may dwell in me.
5.
Oh, hear my prayer, my low estate regard,
Accomplish death on all that would retard
Thy Sov’reign grace, until Thy work is done,
That I may bear the image of Thy Son.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ Joseph Barnby
meter→ 10, 10, 10, 10
tune→ Longwood
First line→ O God, my inmost being yearns and sighs,
289: O God, Thou art the Living God
1.
O God, Thou art the living God.
Since nothing is too hard for Thee,
Stay not Thine own almighty hand,
Till Christ is fully formed in me.
2.
I long to bear Thy worthy name,
Receive the Holy Spirit’s seal.
The burden of my prayer is this,
Thy Holy One in me reveal.
3.
Thou art the true and living God,
My heart responds to Thy decree,
Since Thou hast called me by Thy grace
To magnify Thy Son in me.
4.
According to Thy will, O God,
The Spirit’s work in me begun,
Perform, continue and complete
In me the likeness of Thy Son.
5.
Since nothing is impossible,
To Him who reigns in light above,
He has decreed I may obtain
The nature of His Well Beloved.
6.
O God, Thou art the faithful God,
All my whole being yearns to be
Found in Thy will that I may have
In Christ entire conformity.
7.
Lord, in my inmost soul I know
The sevenfold Spirit must prevail.
My Hope is this– He pleads my cause
Continually within the veil.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ H. Baker
meter→ 8, 8, 8, 8 (L.M.)
tune→ Hesperus
First line→ O God, Thou art the living God.
290: O God, Thou Source of Life Divine
1.
O God, Thou source of life divine,
When shall I find my all in Thee,
I need Thine own almighty power,
That I may walk in liberty,
From all iniquity depart,
And serve Thee with a perfect heart.
2.
To know Thee is eternal life,
And Jesus Christ whom Thou hast sent,
Impart this knowledge to my soul,
Before my days and years are spent,
I long to know Thee as Thou art,
And serve Thee with a perfect heart.
3.
Renew the spirit of my mind,
According to redemption’s plan,
I would be all Thou hast decreed,
Revealed in Christ the Son of man,
Thy grace and gentleness impart,
Thine own true holiness of heart.
4.
This is the burden of my prayer,
Consuming me both night and day,
Let all Thy holy will be done,
In this frail tenement of clay,
The carnal mind shall have no part,
While love is burning in my heart.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ J. H. Tenney
meter→ 8, 8, 8, 8, 8, 8
tune→ Where Will You Spend Eternity
First line→ O God, Thou source of life divine,
291: O Holy Spirit, Teach Me How to Die
1.
O Holy Spirit, teach me how
To die indeed to sin–
That I may know Thy mighty power
Controlling all within.
Chorus
O Holy Spirit, purge my soul
From every spot and stain,
That fruit may be produced for God,
Much fruit that will remain.
2.
O Holy Spirit, I will heed
Thy gracious, tender voice.
I will obey most heartily,
And in Thy Will rejoice.
3.
O Holy Spirit, teach me now
All things that I should know.
Strong in the grace of Christ, I would
His life to others show.
4.
O Spirit of the Holy One,
Thou unction from on high,
Teach me in all things how I may
My Master glorify.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ Sam Jones
meter→ 8, 6, 8, 6, 8, 6, 8, 6 (C.M.D.)
First line→ O Holy Spirit, teach me how
Chorus→ O Holy Spirit, purge my soul
292: O Jesus, Light and Life
1.
O Jesus, light and life of those who love,
Thou purest joy, supreme from Heav’n above,
The blessed peace that fills the contrite heart
Oh, bind me now to Thee no more to part.
Love never failing guide me in the way
That leads to God’s undimmed eternal day.
2.
Thy all abounding grace impart to me,
That I may love and rev’rence only Thee,
My highest honour serving gratefully.
In meekness and unfeigned humility.
Love never failing Thou shalt sure prevail,
Till I am safe at home within the veil.
3.
O, quick’ning Holy Spirit, now descend,
Seal me Thine own anointed chosen friend,
Subdued, resigned and weaned, obedient still
In love and faithfulness to do Thy will.
Love never failing in Thy light I see
My crown of righteousness eternally.
4.
O, let Thy potent love constrain my soul,
My very inmost being now control,
That I may run with willing mind and free,
The way of Thy commands whole heartedly.
Love hath designed a high and honoured place
For those who finish with Him in the race.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ Jean Sibelius
meter→ 10, 10, 10, 10, 10, 10
tune→ Finlandia
First line→ O Jesus, light and life of those who love,
293: O God, Thou Art the Source and Sum
1.
O God, Thou art the source and sum
Of all I need to love,
My purest joy on earth below,
My hope of heaven above.
Thou only art my soul’s true rest and peace,
In Thy safe keeping all my sorrows cease.
Chorus
How sacred is Thy life and death,
Thine all atoning cleansing blood,
Which pleads for me continually
Before the Holy Throne of God.
2.
O God, in Thee alone my soul
Contentedly shall trust,
Thy hands have made and fashioned me,
And formed me from the dust.
In Thee my weary heart shall find repose,
Safe sheltered from my fierce and angry foes.
3.
The deep compassion of Thy heart,
The tender love divine,
All powerful and appealingly
Has reached this heart of mine.
Eternal wisdom knew no other plan
Could reach and touch the stony heart of man.
4.
Thy Son, Thine only “Well beloved,”
Thy glory and delight,
Came from Thy bosom to declare,
Reveal Thy love and light.
Oh, love divine, Oh, light beyond all ken,
He came and dwelt among the sons of men.
5.
He lived, He loved, He suffered much,
As on this earth He trod,
Revealing all the Father’s heart,
The sinless Son of God.
The sins of all mankind upon Him laid,
He conquered death, the sinners’ ransom paid.
6.
Oh, fearless agony: alone,
He drank the bitter cup
In love divine, God’s awful wrath
Appeased and swallowed up.
God’s strictest sense of justice satisfied,
When on the cross He bowed His head and died.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ W. A. Ogden
meter→ 8, 6, 8, 6, 10, 10, 8, 8, 8, 8
tune→ I do not ask for earthly store
First line→ O God, Thou art the source and sum
Chorus→ How sacred is Thy life and death,
294: Nothing Satifies But Jesus
1.
Nothing satisfies but Jesus,
Nothing can and nothing will.
Those who truly thirst and hunger,
He will satisfy and fill.
2.
Nothing satisfies but Jesus,
When the heart is sore oppressed;
In His word you find sweet comfort,
On His promises you rest.
3.
Nothing satisfies but Jesus,
He is all our hope and stay,
Closer than a friend or brother,
In the dark and cloudy day.
4.
Nothing satisfies but Jesus,
He redeemed us unto God,
Washed away our sins forever,
In His own atoning blood.
5.
Nothing satisfies but Jesus,
Dwelling in the willing heart.
Love, the bond of all perfection,
Binds us never more to part.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ J. G. Bitthauer
meter→ 8, 7, 8, 7
tune→ Dijon
First line→ Nothing satisfies but Jesus,
295: O Lord, Forbid That I Should Be
1.
O Lord, forbid that I should be
Unwilling now to follow Thee,
My Master’s footsteps I would trace.
For me He took the lowest place.
2.
In mercy, Lord, maintain my lot,
Help me to serve and, fainting not,
Lest selfishness should o’er me steal,
The mind of Christ in me reveal.
3.
Purge out all sin, all self efface,
That I may serve sustained by grace.
Thy gentleness in me impart
A meek and lowly, contrite heart.
4.
Low in the dust I fain would lie,
My Saviour’s name to magnify,
With spirit sanctified and meet
To press my lips to His dear feet.
5.
Lord, from my inmost heart I pray
For strength to keep me in the way.
Anoint my inward heart to see
The path my Saviour walked for me.
6.
Show mercy, Lord, else I must fail;
Let Christ Thy Holy one prevail
In me with mercy, love and grace,
That I may finish in the race.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ H. Baker
meter→ 8, 8, 8, 8 (L.M.)
tune→ Hesperus
First line→ O Lord, forbid that I should be
296: O Soul Give Ear, Obey the Saviour's Voice
1.
Oh soul give ear, obey the Saviour’s voice–
Turn not away;
In mercy now, He’s waiting for your choice–
Oh yield I pray.
Do not rebel against a Friend so true,
The Prince of life, who tasted death for you.
2.
He left the glories of His Father’s Throne–
His home above,
To seek His sheep and for their sins atone,
Such depth of love!
A world of sin was on the Saviour laid
And by His blood, the ransom price was paid.
3.
In agony of soul He wept and prayed,
“Thy Will be done.”
He drank the bitter cup alone, betrayed–
God’s Holy One.
Wounded and bruised, He bore the cross for thee;
By wicked hands was led to Calvary.
4.
Three dreadful hours, the sun withheld its light–
Refused to shine.
Between two thieves, His Spirit took its flight,
God’s Son divine.
There ’mid the darkness ’neath those rending skies,
He gave His life a willing sacrifice.
5.
Oh soul, arise! shake off the sleep of death;
The Lord is nigh.
What is your life? ’Tis but a failing breath;
You soon must die.
Oh, ponder well how fearful is the cost,
To sell the Truth and let your soul be lost.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ C. H. Purday
meter→ 10, 4, 10, 4, 10, 10
tune→ Sandon
First line→ Oh soul give ear, obey the Saviour’s voice–
297: O Lamb of God, Was Ever Love Like Thine?
1.
O Lamb of God, was ever love like Thine?
So faithful, strong, so very deep and true,
Let Thy pure love, abounding more and more,
Now permeate my being through and through.
2.
May Thy unchanging love for ever dwell–
All pow’rful in its strength and purity–
In this frail vessel, yielded to Thy will,
Made meet and wholly sanctified by Thee.
3.
O Lamb of God, not life nor death has power
To separate me from Thy deathless love.
When all things perish, love shall still remain
For ever steadfast as Thy throne above.
4.
Thy everlasting covenant is mine,
Thy love is deathless, never can decline;
Then sanctified in spirit, mind and heart,
Eternally made one, we cannot part.
author→ Sam Jones
meter→ 10, 10, 10, 10
First line→ O Lamb of God, was ever love like Thine?
298: O, Light of Life in Jesus
1.
O, light of life in Jesus
The one true light of men,
I come to Thee in meekness;
Shine on my soul again.
2.
I long to know Thy fulness,
To keep me pure within.
Apply Thy blood all cleansing,
And purge my soul from sin.
3.
I need Thy mind, Lord Jesus,
That I may not gainsay
The will of God, my Father,
But faithfully obey.
4.
I need Thy quick’ning Spirit
To teach me how to pray,
Thine, only Thine, the power
To keep me in the way.
5.
The way of truth and wisdom
My longing soul would find,
The ways of sin and darkness
Forsake and leave behind.
6.
That I may walk, Lord Jesus,
With pure and perfect heart,
Come Thou and dwell within me,
And never more depart.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ Latham True
meter→ 7, 6, 7, 6
tune→ Donum Dei
First line→ O, light of life in Jesus
299: O Lord, Thou art my Only Hope
1.
O Lord, Thou art my only hope,
In Thee alone I trust;
Thy mercies and compassions tend
To humble me in dust.
2.
How very great Thy faithfulness,
Inspiring my whole trust,
Constraining me to put my mouth
Before Thee in the dust.
3.
My expectations are from Thee,
Therefore in Thee I trust
And put my mouth unfeigningly
Before Thee in the dust.
4.
That I may hope with confidence
With living hope and trust,
I wait before Thee silently,
My mouth low in the dust.
5.
God’s tender mercies over all
Inspire my greatest trust–
My highest honour is to serve,
Though humbled in the dust.
6.
God says they cannot be removed
Those souls who in Him trust,
And God will surely hear my prayers
Arising from the dust.
7.
How can the Lord subvert my cause
Since He is faithful, just?
I hope and quietly await
His pleasure in the dust.
author→ Sam Jones
meter→ 8, 6, 8, 6 (C.M.)
First line→ O Lord, Thou art my only hope,
300: Oh, Spirit of the Living God
1.
Oh, Spirit of the living God,
Possess the temple Thou hast made,
Lead me to walk where Jesus trod,
Then nought shall make my soul afraid.
Chorus
Unite me to Thy Holy will
Fill all my soul with love divine,
To drink the cup, Thy hand doth fill,
And let my will be lost in Thine.
2.
Help me to die to self and sin,
And prove the riches of Thy grace,
Jesus, Thou pure one, enter in,
And make my heart Thy dwelling place.
3.
I long with all Thy saints to prove
The length and bread and depth of love.
Filled with Thy fullness live and move,
Controlled by Him who reigns above.
4.
O Christ, Thou source and fount of life,
Cause now the living streams to flow,
Breathe death on natures carnal strife,
That I eternal life might know.
5.
There is no limit to Thy power,
Oh, haste my captive soul to free.
Be Thou my stronghold and my tower,
My refuge and security.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ Geo. C. Stebbins
meter→ 8, 8, 8, 8, 8, 8, 8, 8 (L.M.D.)
First line→ Oh, Spirit of the living God,
Chorus→ Unite me to Thy Holy will
301: Oh, Teach Me How to Love Thee More
1.
Oh, teach me how to love Thee more,
My Saviour and my God,
In this poor, contrite heart of mine
Thy love now shed abroad.
2.
Thus mourning in my poverty,
My spirit sighs for Thee,
Oh, grant the love that dwelt in Christ
May now abide in me.
3.
My Saviour let Thy love and peace,
Abounding in my soul,
In all their power and purity
Now sanctify the whole.
4.
Thus rooted, grounded in Thy love,
I know I shall prevail,
Since Thy most Holy Word affirms
That love shall never fail.
5.
This greatest of all gifts impart–
The love of Christ, my friend,
That I may serve Him faithfully
With love unto the end.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ James Walch
meter→ 8, 6, 8, 6 (C.M.)
tune→ Sawley
First line→ Oh, teach me how to love Thee more,
302: O, Thou that Dwellest in the Skies
1.
O, Thou that dwellest in the skies,
To Thee my heartfelt prayers arise,
Respect my importunity,
And Thy rich grace impart to me.
2.
Thy grace is given to the poor,
That by Thy help they may endure,
Resisting all iniquity,
In Thee abiding faithfully.
3.
Since Jesus longs to take my part,
Grant me a true obedient heart,
That I may hide Thy word within,
To cleanse and safeguard me from sin.
4.
In humble hearts Thy richest grace
Shall find a hall’wing resting place.
Thou hast no portion for the proud,
Grace flees from pride as from a shroud.
5.
Thy boundless mercy, Lord, I crave,
Thy love to make me true and brave.
For my redemption Jesus came;
Give me a heart to praise His name.
6.
He pleads my cause at Thy right hand;
Enlarge my heart to understand
The length and breadth of love divine,
The height and depth which now is mine.
7.
Unsearchable and great my gain,
Thy love unchanging shall remain.
Lord, let Thy love in me prevail:
All conquering love shall never fail.
author→ Sam Jones
meter→ 8, 8, 8, 8 (L.M.)
First line→ O, Thou that dwellest in the skies,
303: Oh, What Depth of Love And Pity
1.
Oh, what depth of love and pity
Led the Holy Son of God,
Down to earth from highest glory
To redeem you by His blood.
On the cross His soul outpouring,
Jesus died on Calvary.
From His wounds the life blood flowing
To atone for you and me.
2.
How exceeding great His sorrow
In His dreadful agony.
Bruised and bleeding, see Him drinking
God’s most awful wrath for thee.
Strengthened by the holy angel,
Wrath in love is swallowed up,
Love omnipotent has conquered
Death and hell in that dread cup.
3.
Think of all His pain and anguish
Hanging on the tree of shame,
Bearing all your sins He suffered,
Took your place and bore the blame.
Numbered with transgressors, dying:
It is finished– all is done,
Sin is put away forever,
God accepts you in His Son.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ J. E. Hawes
meter→ 8, 7, 8, 7, 8, 7, 8, 7
First line→ Oh, what depth of love and pity
304: Oh, Come, While the Saviour is Calling
1.
Oh, come, while the Saviour is calling,
There’s no one so faithful and true;
Eternal salvation and glory,
He willingly offers to you.
Chorus
For He is abundant in mercy,
Forgiving transgression and sin;
He waits at the door of salvation,
To pardon and welcome you in.
2.
Oh, come, while the Saviour is waiting,
And risk not a moment’s delay;
The riches of earth are deceitful,
Illusive, and passing away.
3.
Oh, come, see the Saviour is passing,
His mercy and love do not spurn.
Resist not the voice of His Spirit;
To you He may never return.
4.
Oh, come, there is refuge in Jesus,
And rest for the weary of heart,
Oh, why will you forfeit salvation,
And let your Redeemer depart?
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ Wm. J. Kirkpatrick
meter→ 9, 8, 9, 8, 9, 8, 9, 8
First line→ Oh, come, while the Saviour is calling,
Chorus→ For He is abundant in mercy,
305: Oh, Escape, for Death is Coming
1.
Oh, escape, for death is coming,
Seek the Lord while yet you may.
Time is flying, oh, remember,
You must face the judgment day.
Chorus
Dying soul, seek the Lord,
Linger not in sin’s dark plain.
Oh, escape for your life,
God may never call again.
2.
Do not wait to look behind you,
Leave earth’s worthless treasure store.
Let God’s message speed you onward,
He may call you never more.
3.
Hearken now, oh, soul take warning,
Ere it be too late to pray,
Dark despair may be your portion,
When this life has passed away.
4.
Undeciding, hesitating,
On the brink of death you stand,
Oh, how fearful your condition,
Haste and take the Saviour’s hand.
5.
Jesus Christ, the world’s Redeemer,
For your sins was crucified,
Oh, be wise and seek His mercy,
None who come will be denied.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ W. H. Doane
meter→ 8, 7, 8, 7, 6, 7, 6, 7
tune→ Precious Name
First line→ Oh, escape, for death is coming,
Chorus→ Dying soul, seek the Lord,
306: Oh, for a Closer Walk With God!
1.
Oh, for a closer walk with God!
To hear His voice alway,
And yield obedience to His word,
To do His will each day.
2.
The will of God is always best,
It brings us sweet release;
Ceasing from self, we enter in
To His eternal peace.
3.
To love our life is losing all,
And we alone remain;
Yielding to God, denying self,
A hundredfold we gain.
4.
Doing His will now brings us pow’r
To reign o’er self and sin;
’Tis only thus that we can have
True victory within.
5.
Thy light and truth has found its way
To this dark heart of mine;
My all is on the altar, Lord,
Bound there with cords divine.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ Cuthbert Howard
meter→ 8, 6, 8, 6 (C.M.)
tune→ Lloyd
First line→ Oh, for a closer walk with God!
307: Oh, For a Quiet Resting Place
1.
Oh, for a quiet resting place
In some vast wilderness.
Surely this would assuage my woes
And consummate my bliss,
Safely in Christ I would abide,
None to gainsay, none to deride.
2.
Oh, for a quiet respite here
From tempest, storm and rain,
From buffetings without, within–
Consuming cares and pain,
Where faintings, weariness of mind,
Tormenting fears are left behind.
3.
Oh, for the depths of solitude,
Where every voice is still.
Weaned as a quiet child to learn.
In lowliness, Thy will,
Teach me, O Lord, to Thee I fly;
Submissive at Thy feet I lie.
4.
Oh, that Thy mind may dwell in me,
Thine own all conq’ring love;
So shall Thy will be done on earth
As in the heav’ns above.
All my delight and rest shall be
To take Thy yoke and learn of Thee.
5.
Where shall this sacred rest be found
But on Thy breast divine?
Set as a seal upon Thy heart,
This contrite heart of mine,
Made one with Thee, all strife shall cease,
And I shall dwell with Thee in peace.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ Joseph Summers
meter→ 8, 6, 8, 6, 8, 8
tune→ Palmyra
First line→ Oh, for a quiet resting place
308: Oh! Hasten to Jesus
1.
Oh! hasten to Jesus
While He is so near;
Away with your doubtings!
Away with your fear!
His kind invitation
I pray you don’t slight;
Wait not till the morrow;
Oh! come, come tonight.
2.
See, Jesus is waiting;
He reasons with you;
Your soul is in danger,
Oh! what will you do?
Death! death is approaching:
How sad is your plight!
While Jesus is calling,
Oh! come, come tonight.
3.
Heed not the delusion
That some other day
You’ll come to the Saviour
And walk in His way:
While mercy is offered
And God gives you light,
Oh! yield to His Spirit,
And come, come tonight.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ P. P. Bliss
meter→ 6, 5, 6, 5, 6, 5, 6, 5
tune→ Mamre
First line→ Oh! hasten to Jesus
309: Oh, How Sweet to Know That Jesus
1.
Oh, how sweet to know that Jesus,
From the loving heart of God,
Came on earth to pay my ransom
With His own most precious blood.
Chorus
Evermore in Him accepted,
I shall stand around the Throne,
All my pardon and forgiveness
Written in His blood alone.
2.
I was under condemnation,
Nought my guilty soul could free.
In His tender deep compassion,
Jesus came and died for me.
3.
He is now my mediator,
Pleading at the Throne He stands,
Bears my name before His Father;
It is graven on His hands.
4.
His own sprinkled blood is speaking,
Saying “Father, I have died.”
Wrath is now appeased forever,
Justice fully satisfied.
author→ Sam Jones
meter→ 8, 7, 8, 7, 8, 7, 8, 7
First line→ Oh, how sweet to know that Jesus,
Chorus→ Evermore in Him accepted,
310: Oh, Help us, Lord, to Seek Thy Face
1.
Oh, help us, Lord, to seek Thy face,
And touch our hearts that we may pray;
The foe is strong, we need Thy grace
And pow’r to keep us in the Way.
Chorus
Weak in ourselves we fear the foe,
But love the path where Jesus trod;
Strong in His strength we forward go;
Our hope is in the living God.
2.
Oh, give us understanding hearts,
And help us now to intercede
For those who in the darkness dwell,
That they may see and feel their need.
3.
Possess our hearts and fill our minds
With light and wisdom from on high,
That we may manifest Thy life,
And vile affections crucify.
4.
Whom have we, Lord, in heav’n but Thee?
And there is none on earth beside,
So tender, patient, kind and true
A loyal, faithful friend and guide.
5.
May we as saints and servants now
Commit ourselves to Thy good will;
Our lives upon the altar lay,
Submissive, pliant, calm and still.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ Wm. B. Bradbury
meter→ 8, 8, 8, 8, 8, 8, 8, 8 (L.M.D.)
tune→ He Leadeth Me
First line→ Oh, help us, Lord, to seek Thy face,
Chorus→ Weak in ourselves we fear the foe,
311: O Saviour Teach Us How to Pray
1.
O Saviour teach us how to pray
Effectual fervently and wise,
Prayer that will move the heart of God,
Such as His ear will not despise.
2.
From humble hearts, sincere and pure,
Cleansed in the Saviour’s precious blood,
Subdued and meek to bear His yoke,
And learn to serve Him as we should.
3.
So foolishly the sons of men
Rush madly onward down to death,
Pursue the fading joys of sin,
With fev’rish haste and bated breath.
4.
O make us wise with heav’nly skill
To search and seek o’er mountains steep,
With hearts compassionate and true
To find thy lost and wand’ring sheep.
5.
Increase our faith and fill our hearts
With pure, unchanging love and zeal,
Respect our lowly heartfelt prayers,
And give us now Thy Spirit’s seal.
6.
Thy loving kindness we desire,
’Tis better far to us than life:
Our inner man renewed, we face
The deadly conflict and the strife.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ Joseph Mainzer
meter→ 8, 8, 8, 8 (L.M.)
tune→ Mainzer
First line→ O Saviour teach us how to pray
312: Oh, Incline Your Ear and Hearken
1.
Oh, incline your ear and hearken
To the Saviour’s pleading voice,
Do not now reject His friendship,
He is waiting for your choice;
He’s the balm of consolation,
He will soothe your troubled breast;
Hearken, He is pleading, pleading:
“Come, Oh! come to Me and rest.”
Chorus
Pleading still, pleading still,
Hearken to the lowly Jesus,
He is pleading, pleading still.
2.
When the world has ceased to charm you,
And its vain allurements fled,
All its pleasures gone for ever,
And you mingle with the dead,
When you face the King eternal
What will be your final doom?
Oh, consider! Oh, consider!
Haste, escape the midnight gloom.
3.
Soul, take heed, He will not always
By His Spirit strive with thee;
He is patient, kind and tender,
But He will not always be,
There’s a limit to His patience,
To His mercy and His grace,
Oh! make room, make room for Jesus,
Lest He hide from you His face.
author→ Sam Jones
meter→ 8, 7, 8, 7, 8, 7, 8, 7, 6, 8, 7
First line→ Oh, incline your ear and hearken
Chorus→ Pleading still, pleading still,
313: Oh, Tell Me Where Shall Rest be Found
1.
Oh, tell me where shall rest be found,
The peace and rest I crave;
Say! Is it in earth’s utmost bounds,
Or in the silent grave?
2.
No, No, the rest of soul you seek
Is found in Christ alone;
To bring the rest of Heaven down,
He left His Father’s throne.
3.
As Prince of Peace, He came to earth
The captive souls to free
That they may know the God of peace,
And heaven’s harmony.
4.
In Christ– the meek and lowly One–
The longing heart shall find
The rest and peace and love of God
To fill the soul and mind.
5.
Make haste and seek this comfort now
Upon your Saviour’s breast;
While Jesus lives, your heart may know
The constant source of rest.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ William Gardiner
meter→ 8, 6, 8, 6 (C.M.)
tune→ Belmont
First line→ Oh, tell me where shall rest be found,
314: Oh, Love Surpassing all the Joys of Earth
1.
Oh, Love surpassing all the joys of earth,
We open wide our eager hearts to Thee,
Come in, Thou Counsellor of Heav’nly birth,
Thy life our being now Eternally.
2.
Oh, Love surpassing all that man may know,
And all that man may ever hope to be,
Oh, let us in Thy fullness lose our woe,
Thy life our being now Eternally.
3.
Oh, Love surpassing all that man may think,
Exceeding greater far than man can see,
Lost in Thy fathomless abyss we sink,
Thy life our being now Eternally.
4.
Oh, Love surpassing all the mighty powers,
Far; far above all principality,
The strength of Love Omnipotent is ours,
Thy life our being now Eternally.
5.
Oh, Love surpassing all the depth and height,
The length and depth of immortality,
Foundation of God’s being Sov’reign sight,
Thy life our being now Eternally.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ E. J. Hopkins
meter→ 10, 10, 10, 10
tune→ Ellers
First line→ Oh, Love surpassing all the joys of earth,
315: Oh, Magnify the Lord With Me
1.
Oh, magnify the Lord with me,
Rejoice and praise His name,
When dead in trespasses and sin,
To my relief, He came.
Chorus
My Saviour tasted death for me.
He paid sin’s awful price for me.
Now I am reconciled to Him,
And in His love I rest.
2.
The Lamb of God atonement made,
Oh, wondrous truth divine,
Made sin for me I now can claim
His righteousness as mine.
3.
O Holy Spirit lend thine aid,
To worship and adore.
The heart of God receives me now
In Christ for evermore.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ Wm. J. Kirkpatrick
meter→ 8, 6, 8, 6, 8, 8, 8, 6
tune→ Duncannon
First line→ Oh, magnify the Lord with me,
Chorus→ My Saviour tasted death for me.
316: Oh, Soul of Mine Wilt Thou Consider
1.
Oh, soul of mine wilt thou consider well,
The “Lowest Room” is still unoccupied.
In that fair dwelling filled with Heav’nly peace,
The Lord of life and glory did reside.
2.
In stillness and in quietness He heard
The music of His Father’s holy will.
His heart in tune with Heaven’s harmony,
His chief delight God’s pleasure to fulfill.
3.
Apart from those who wrangle and contend
For power and place to elevate their pride,
In all humility He stooped to serve,
And gained that greatness to the proud denied.
4.
He took the servant’s form, the servant’s place,
The least of all in lowliness of mind.
His honour, reputation and His name,
To all God’s will obediently resigned.
5.
Oh, let this mind be in you and esteem
Your highest honour and your chiefest joy,
To serve with Jesus in the “Lowest Room,”
His Spirit, love and grace your powers employ.
6.
Think of your Master’s last most gracious words,
“Ye ought to learn to do as I have done,”
’Tis only those who serve shall see His face,
And bear His name, their crown of greatness won.
7.
That I may learn to serve, Oh, grant to me,
The heart and spirit of a little child,
Contented now to be the least of all,
Then serve with Him in glory– undefiled.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ E. J. Hopkins
meter→ 10, 10, 10, 10
tune→ Ellers
First line→ Oh, soul of mine wilt thou consider well,
317: Oh, Turn not Away From the Saviour
1.
Oh, turn not away from the Saviour of men,
None other can help or sustain.
Depending on theory will only mislead,
The help of the world is in vain.
Chorus
Then ponder the path of thy feet,
Refuse not to walk in the light;
Oh, turn not away from the Saviour of men,
To wander in darkness and night.
2.
Oh, turn not away from the path of the just,
Where light shineth clear as the day,
The presence of Jesus will strengthen and guide,
His footprints have marked all the way.
3.
His comfort and gladness and peace in your soul,
Amid all the battle and strife,
Will cause you rejoicing and Jesus will be
Your joy as you journey through life.
4.
Then dare not to trifle– the Spirit is near,
Salvation and life to impart,
What worlds could not purchase the Saviour has done,
Oh, why will you harden your heart?
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ Old Melody
meter→ 11, 8, 11, 8, 8, 8, 11, 8
First line→ Oh, turn not away from the Saviour of men,
Chorus→ Then ponder the path of thy feet,
318: Oh, Wandering Soul by Cares Oppressed
1.
Oh, wand’ring soul by cares oppressed,
The Saviour offers thee sweet rest.
Gethsemane and all its woe
He bore for you, He loved you so.
Chorus
Your day of grace is passing by,
The hour of death is drawing nigh.
Oh, hasten now without delay,
And come to Jesus while you may.
2.
Oh, wand’ring soul will it be vain,
Your Saviour’s sorrow grief and pain,
The cross, its shame and agony
He bore for you, so willingly.
3.
Your heavy burden on Him roll,
He’ll satisfy your longing soul.
He will forgive your every sin,
And cleanse your heart and dwell within.
4.
Arise from all your fear and doubt,
He will in no wise cast you out.
Oh, hear Him calling, calling still;
To save your life it is His will.
author→ Sam Jones
meter→ 8, 8, 8, 8, 8, 8, 8, 8 (L.M.D.)
First line→ Oh, wand’ring soul by cares oppressed,
Chorus→ Your day of grace is passing by,
319: Oh What Wondrous Love I See
1.
Oh what wondrous love I see
In the “Man of Galilee;”
How He left Heaven’s joys untold
For this world so dark and cold.
Chorus
Saviour! Saviour!
I will follow every day
In Thy changeless Truth and Way–
In Thy changeless Truth and Way.
2.
Oh what wondrous love I see
In my Lord’s humility;
Poor and homeless here below
He, my Saviour, chose to go.
3.
Oh what wondrous love I see
When I turn to Calvary;
From my Saviour’s hands and side
Flowed for me, that crimson tide.
4.
Saviour, Thy great love for me
Helps me now to follow Thee;
And to bear my daily cross,
Counting earthly things but dross.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ Frank M. Davis
meter→ 7, 7, 7, 7, 4, 7, 7, 7
tune→ Saviour, lead me lest I stray
First line→ Oh what wondrous love I see
Chorus→ Saviour! Saviour!
320: Oh, Why do You Linger Where Pleasure Fade?
1.
Oh, why do you linger where pleasures fade?
Your feet are inclining to death’s cold shade,
To regions of sorrow and dark despair,
And you will be lost if you enter there.
Chorus
Why do you linger? Oh count the cost,
And hasten to Jesus ere your soul be lost;
This world is passing, its treasures fail.
They’ll leave you in anguish to weep and wail.
2.
Oh, soul you are drifting to endless night,
Afar from the city of joy and light
While God, in great mercy, now bids you stay,
And turn from the broad to the narrow way.
3.
Your feet are now treading on dangerous ground,
Where legions of darkness are lurking round.
They’ll eagerly lead you in cruel glee,
To dark hopeless despair eternally.
4.
Then close not your heart to the Saviour’s voice,
He patiently waits for the final choice,
Oh, come to Him now, ere His pleading cease,
Your feet He will guide in the way of peace.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ G. F. Root
meter→ 10, 10, 10, 10, 9, 11, 9, 10
First line→ Oh, why do you linger where pleasures fade?
Chorus→ Why do you linger? Oh count the cost,
321: Out of Love for Jesus
1.
Out of love for Jesus,
You tried to do your best
Amid the tests and trials,
And ofttimes sore oppressed.
2.
Out of love for Jesus,
Thou didst thyself deny,
God only knew the anguish,
He only, heard thy cry.
3.
Out of love for Jesus,
When all was dark as night,
You faced severe temptation,
And prayed and longed for light.
4.
Out of love for Jesus,
You let His mind control,
His Spirit consecrating
Your body, spirit, soul.
5.
Out of love for Jesus,
You suffered and were kind,
And showed the Master’s Spirit,
Though no one seemed to mind.
6.
Out of love for Jesus,
You daily bear the cross,
Self and self love forsaking,
Esteeming it but dross.
7.
Out of love for Jesus,
You seek to run the race,
And cast off all that hinders,
Supported by His grace.
8.
Out of love for Jesus,
Constrained, you daily die,
And life divine is given
From Him who reigns on high.
9.
Out of love for Jesus,
You keep this goal in view,
God’s great eternal purpose,
His Son revealed in you.
author→ Sam Jones
meter→ 6, 6, 7, 6
First line→ Out of love for Jesus,
322: Patiently Continue
1.
Patiently continue in the way with Jesus,
Joyfully obeying the Father’s blessed will;
Mid sin’s angry billows, hearken to Him calling
Over the waters saying, “Peace, be still.”
2.
“I will never leave thee,” sweetest words of comfort,
From the lips of Jesus who walked life’s troubled sea;
“Thou art not forsaken, I am with thee always,
Darkness or sunshine; ever follow me.”
3.
None so true and tender as the Man of Sorrows,
From this world’s illusions, oh, let Him keep thee free;
He will lead thee onward to inherit glory;
Riches unfading He will give to thee.
4.
Patiently continue with Him in the conflict,
Patiently enduring with Him unto the end;
Numbered with His chosen, found among the faithful,
One on whom Jesus always can depend.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ J. B. Dykes
meter→ 12, 12, 12, 10
tune→ Nicaea
First line→ Patiently continue in the way with Jesus,
323: Perfect Peace the Lord has Promised
1.
Perfect peace the Lord has promised
To the soul whose mind is stayed
On the Lord, the King Eternal,
Who the heavens and earth has made.
Trust then in the Lord Jehovah,
Rest in Him forevermore.
Everlasting strength is given
To the destitute and poor.
2.
Stay your mind on Him who triumphed
Over all the powers of hell,
Let the mind of Christ prevailing
Dwell in you and all is well,
He has promised to deliver,
Rest and perfect peace impart,
All sufficient grace supplying
To the meek and humble heart.
3.
Trust and let Him do the keeping;
Know ye not He cannot fail?,
Those who honour Him in secret,
Strong in faith they shall prevail,
Trust for strength to bear the burden,
Faint not ’neath His chast’ning hand
He would have you bear Christ’s image,
When before Him you shall stand.
4.
In those times when sore oppression
Bind and hold your spirit down,
Comfortless He will not leave you;
Trust and peace shall be your crown,
Perfect peace how great the promise,
God’s own word, immutable.
Shall not fail, cannot be broken;
Every word He shall fulfill.
5.
Perfect peace, how great a treasure,
’Mid the world’s unrest and strife,
Let His peace, your heart possessing,
Be your portion in this life,
Trusting in the Lord forever,
Trusting while He lendeth breath.
He is always true and faithful,
Be thou faithful unto death.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ Grant Colfax Tullar
meter→ 8, 7, 8, 7, 8, 7, 8, 7
tune→ Vision
First line→ Perfect peace the Lord has promised
324: Poor and Needy, Lord, We Gather
1.
Poor and needy, Lord, we gather
Humbly at Thy Throne of grace.
From our hearts like incense rising,
Prayers ascend before Thy face,
Trembling in our fear and weakness,
Feeling that our need is great.
Lord of Hosts, look down in pity,
And regard our low estate.
Chorus
Father, God, our heart’s deep longing
Now ascends before Thy Throne,
Fill us with Thy Holy Spirit,
Thus we shall be Thine alone.
ascends before Thy Throne
Fill us with Thy Spirit,
2.
Poor and needy, we are longing
For the childlike heart and mind,
Leaving earthly lore and wisdom,
Self and nature far behind.
Lord, respect our souls deep yearning,
Fleeing now from self and sin,
Greatly we desire Thy beauty,
Make us glorious, Lord, within.
3.
Poor and needy: gracious Father,
Whom have we to take our part?
In Thy love and tender mercy,
Bind and heal each broken heart;
Banish all our grief and mourning,
Oil of gladness now impart,
Dwell within Thy Holy Temple,
Come and nevermore depart.
4.
Spirit of the lowly Jesus,
Pleading now in Heaven above,
Fill these hearts with Thine own honour,
With Thy never failing love,
In this world of tribulation,
Every other power must fail;
Love divine our hearts possessing,
Strong as death it shall prevail.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ P. P. Bliss
meter→ 8, 7, 8, 7, 8, 7, 8, 7, 8, 7, 8, 7, 6, 6
First line→ Poor and needy, Lord, we gather
Chorus→ Father, God, our heart’s deep longing
325: Pray Beloved, Always Pray
1.
Pray, beloved, always pray,
Lest you wander from the way.
In the temple of your heart
Dwell with God, alone, apart.
Chorus
Prayer will put your foes to flight,
Clothe you in the Spirit’s might.
Like Thy Master, watch and pray;
Prayer, all prayer will win the day.
2.
Pray, beloved, always pray,
Every moment, every day,
Dwelling in the secret place,
Strong in Christ’s abounding grace.
3.
Pray, beloved, always pray,
Hearken! Hear what God would say.
Fervently, without restraint,
Always pray and never faint.
4.
Pray, beloved, always pray,
Let not Satan’s host dismay.
Angels whisper, “God is near;
Trust in Him, and hush thy fear.”
5.
Pray, beloved, always pray,
Time is short, do not delay.
Every other source must fail;
Prayer, all prayer will sure prevail.
6.
Pray, beloved, live in prayer;
Let it be your native air.
Breathing life from Heaven above,
Dwell in God, for God is love.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ B. B. Towner
meter→ 7, 7, 7, 7, 7, 7, 7, 7
First line→ Pray, beloved, always pray,
Chorus→ Prayer will put your foes to flight,
326: Pray on in Faith and Waver Not
1.
Pray on in faith and waver not
Although Thy Lord delay.
He cannot fail He will avenge,
Ask, seek and knock and pray.
2.
Remember Him, your great High Priest,
Who pleads prevailingly,
His precious blood before the throne,
He prays continually.
3.
Remember thou thy Master’s words,
Faint not, but always pray,
And thou shalt surely overcome
The powers that would dismay.
4.
Let prayers arise both day and night,
Before the throne of grace,
Where Jesus lives to plead for thee
Before the Father’s face.
5.
Pray in your importunity,
And God will hear your cry,
He will avenge His own elect,
Their need He will supply.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ Wilhelm A. F. Schulthes
meter→ 8, 6, 8, 6 (C.M.)
tune→ Lambeth
First line→ Pray on in faith and waver not
327: Prayer is a Mighty Source of Power
1.
Prayer is a mighty source of pow’r;
Without it we must surely fail;
While Moses prayed, the enemies
Of Israel could not prevail.
2.
Then brother, sister, plead and pray,
God reigns in majesty on high;
His eyes behold His chosen ones,
His ear is list’ning to their cry.
3.
God will avenge His own elect
Whose prayers ascend both day and night,
And out of weakness make them strong,
And put their enemies to flight.
4.
The hosts of sin are marching on,
And forth to death their captives lead,
And they must perish if we cease
To watch and pray and intercede.
5.
Souls wander on outside the fold,
And God looks down with pitying eye
On harvest great and lab’rers few,
While souls drift on in sin to die.
6.
My brother, sister, walk with God,
With perfect hearts, sincere and true,
That souls now lost in sin may see
The life of Christ revealed in you.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ Lowell Mason
meter→ 8, 8, 8, 8 (L.M.)
tune→ Eden
First line→ Prayer is a mighty source of pow’r;
328: Praying Always in the Spirit
1.
Praying always in the Spirit,
Fainting not whate’er befall;
Jesus lives, the mighty conqueror,
He is reigning over all.
Chorus
Praying always, praying ever,
God will hear His own elect;
In His sight their souls are precious,
He will comfort and protect.
2.
Praying when the foe is vanquished,
Seeking His sustaining grace,
Keeping under His protection,
Sure and steady in the race.
3.
Praying when the darkness gathers,
And the sun withdraws its light,
Through the lonely hours of sorrow,
In the still and solemn night.
4.
Praying that we may continue,
In the race we have begun;
Found at last among the faithful
When our days on earth are done.
5.
Praying in the days of gladness
When our hearts with praise o’erflow
Satisfied with bread from heaven,
Gaining strength to face the foe.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ Wm. J. Kirkpatrick
meter→ 8, 7, 8, 7, 8, 7, 8, 7
tune→ Riverside
First line→ Praying always in the Spirit,
Chorus→ Praying always, praying ever,
329: Redeem the Time These Evil Days
1.
Redeem the time– these evil days in which you live.
Self seeks its own– your life still give
To Him who gladly gave His life
A sacrifice for thee.
2.
Redeem the time and walk in fellowship with Him.
Shed forth hope’s ray still bright, not dim,
To those who now in darkness dwell.
Oh, let your light shine forth.
3.
Thou must abide though lone and drear the pilgrim way,
The end is sweet, ’tis cloudless day
Where Jesus dwells in glory fair,
Awaiting there for thee.
author→ Sam Jones
meter→ 12, 8, 8, 6
First line→ Redeem the time– these evil days in which you live.
330: Redeemed From Among Children of Men
1.
Redeemed from among all the children of men,
His utmost salvation had been their own choice,
The Lamb of God now is their theme and their song,
As in His salvation so great they rejoice.
2.
In undefiled beauty they still follow on,
Wherever the Lamb, their Lord, willeth to go,
In harmony perfect, obeying His will,
In Heaven His voice and none other they know.
3.
His name and His nature they bore here with grace,
As virgins in pureness did patiently wait,
Now hearing His voice they His worthy praise sing,
Whose love and whose gentleness made them so great.
4.
In peerless adornment these virgin souls see,
With God’s great name bearing engraved on their brow,
His mind has become both their joy and their crown,
In love to His will, that is perfect they bow.
5.
As seed did they fall in the ground here to die,
In losing their lives lost their identity,
But more than a hundred fold with Him they gained,
Thus Christ they revealed in sublime purity.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ J. E. Spillman (altered)
meter→ 11, 11, 11, 11
tune→ Afton
First line→ Redeemed from among all the children of men,
331: Refuse Not Him That Speaketh
1.
Refuse not Him that speaketh,
God calls you from on high,
Without His love and pard’ning grace,
How fearful ’tis to die.
Chorus
The heart of God is pleading,
O, friend, I loved you so,
That I bruised my Son to save your soul
From everlasting woe.
2.
Refuse not Him that speaketh,
Hark, hear the Saviour say,
“I gave my life in sacrifice,
To purge your sins away.”
3.
Refuse not Him that speaketh,
If you neglect to hear,
What will you do when you are called
Before Him to appear.
4.
Refuse not Him that speaketh,
His gracious words obey,
You have no hope outside of Christ,
There is no other way.
5.
Refuse not Him that speaketh,
How fearful if you should
Despise and trample underfoot
The Saviour’s precious blood.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ Ira D. Sankey
meter→ 7, 6, 8, 6, 7, 6, 9, 6
First line→ Refuse not Him that speaketh,
Chorus→ The heart of God is pleading,
332: Rejoicing in the Lord
1.
Rejoicing in the Lord,
We walk His lowly way.
We love His precepts and His word
And joyfully obey.
Baptized in Jesus’ name,
Renouncing self and sin:
To all the world we thus proclaim:
The Saviour dwells within.
2.
We heard the Saviour’s voice
When wand’ring far from God.
We yielded then and made our choice
To walk the path He trod.
Baptized in Jesus’ name,
Our source of life and bliss.
To all the world we thus proclaim:
He is our righteousness.
3.
With Jesus here apart,
God’s holy will to do,
His Spirit sealing every heart
Will keep us firm and true.
Baptized in Jesus’ name,
Who died our souls to save.
To all the world we thus proclaim:
Our hope beyond the grave.
4.
He leads us by the hand,
Our Master true and kind;
Obedient now at His command
We leave the world behind.
Baptized in Jesus’ name,
Hushed is the voice of strife.
To all the world we thus proclaim:
His Way and Truth and Life.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ J. B. Woodbury
meter→ 6, 6, 8, 6, 6, 6, 8, 6 (S.M.D.)
tune→ Nearer Home
First line→ Rejoicing in the Lord,
333: Renew the Spirit of My Mind
1.
Renew the spirit of my mind,
That I may walk with God
In holiness and righteousness,
In faith and purity.
Renew the spirit of my mind,
Until thine eyes can see
The image of Thy Holy One
Made manifest in me.
2.
Renew the spirit of my mind,
Inflame and purify,
And shed abroad within my heart
Thy love which cannot die.
Renew the spirit of my mind,
I fear lest I should miss
The token of Thy love, Thy seal,
And bond of perfectness.
3.
Renew the spirit of my mind,
Enlighten me in love,
And set my heart’s affections on
Those things which are above.
Renew the spirit of my mind;
Then I shall understand
And feel and know the power of touch
Of Thy Almighty hand.
4.
Renew the spirit of my mind,
Thou counsellor divine,
My meat shall be to do Thy will,
And lose my will in Thine.
Renew the spirit of my mind,
According to Thy Word.
Change me into the image of
My Master and my Lord.
5.
Renew the spirit of my mind;
Transformed I long to be,
Put off the old that I may bear
Thy image perfectly.
Renew the spirit of my mind,
That I may faithfully
Abide in Christ and let Him dwell
In me continually.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ R. Hayes Willis
meter→ 8, 6, 8, 6, 8, 6, 8, 6 (C.M.D.)
First line→ Renew the spirit of my mind,
334: Repose in God and Thou Shalt Find
1.
Repose in God and thou shalt find
Sweet rest of soul, and peace of mind:
Thy confidence let nothing shake,
And know that God will not forsake.
2.
The rest of faith is rest indeed,
He knows thy weariness and need;
He weighs thy burdens, feels thy pain,
Cast all on Him, He will sustain.
3.
Thy soul is anchored safe for aye,
He knows it pains to think or pray;
And though by fire thy faith is proved
The righteous never shall be moved.
4.
Though sore afflicted now and tried,
Have faith in God, in Christ abide:
Thou shalt rejoice on that great day
When God shall wipe all tears away.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ Geog Joseph
meter→ 8, 8, 8, 8 (L.M.)
tune→ Angelus
First line→ Repose in God and thou shalt find
335: Saviour Hear My Heartfelt Prayer
1.
Saviour, hear my heartfelt prayer,
Humbly I implore:
In Thy loving, tender care,
Let me love Thee more.
Source of life and love divine,
Dwell within this heart of mine;
I would love with love like Thine,
Love Thee more and more.
Chorus
Love Thee more, more and more.
O enlarge this heart of mine–
I would love Thee more.
2.
Saviour, Thou didst leave Thy throne
In Thy love for me;
For my sins Thou didst atone:
Now my soul is free.
All Thy soul’s deep agony,
Thy great love on Calvary
Touch my heart appealingly–
I would love Thee more.
3.
Thou hast loved me unto death;
All my powers and will,
Gifts Thou lendest with my breath,
Shall Thy praise fulfil.
All Thy sorrow, grief and shame
For my portion now I claim,
Honoured thus to bear Thy name–
I would love Thee more.
4.
Thou hast bought me with Thy blood:
Oh, how great the price–
Comprehend it, no heart could–
Told in sacrifice!
All my soul now sighs for Thee;
Thirsting, longing, I would be
Filled with love’s immensity,
Loving more and more.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ J. H. McNaughton
meter→ 7, 5, 7, 5, 7, 7, 7, 5, 6, 7, 5
First line→ Saviour, hear my heartfelt prayer,
Chorus→ Love Thee more, more and more.
336: Songs in the Night He Giveth
1.
Songs in the night He giveth,
Fear not the darkness drear,
The Light of Life still liveth,
Thy God is always near.
2.
He giveth songs of gladness
To every faithful soul,
And hope to banish sadness,
And faith to make thee whole.
3.
To learn the song Eternal,
We must pass through the night,
To gain those joys supernal
In God’s unclouded light.
4.
Faint not, the sun is shining
Upon the earth He trod.
Press on, cease thy repining
And reach the heart of God.
5.
Songs in the night still singing,
I shall not be afraid,
New songs forever springing
Arise from death’s dark shade.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ Henry J. Gauntlett
meter→ 7, 6, 7, 6
tune→ St. Alphege
about→ Wilfred's version is in 4/2 time (no time sig) and has simplified timing in the penultimate measure, plus it is set in 'F'. The original tune is in 4/4, and set in 'G'. I have used 4/4 & 'F'.
First line→ Songs in the night He giveth,
337: Saviour,I Will Gladly Follow
1.
Saviour, I will gladly follow
In the way Thy feet have trod;
Other ways will end in darkness,
Thou wilt lead me home to God.
Chorus
Lead me on! oh, lead me on,
In the way Thy feet have trod;
Saviour, lead me home to God.
2.
How I love to trace His footsteps
Over every vale and hill!
Gladly yielding full surrender
To the Father’s blessed will.
3.
Though I know not what awaits me,
Yet I will not shrink nor fear:
Thou shalt guide me with Thy counsel,
To my mind Thy way make clear.
4.
Precious thought, His hand is leading!
Though ahead I cannot see;
Precious thought, His heart is planning
All that’s good and best for me.
5.
In the will of God, my Father
I would ever seek to be;
Through the valley of the shadow
He will lead unerringly.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ S. J. Vail
meter→ 8, 7, 8, 7, 7, 7, 7
tune→ Jura
First line→ Saviour, I will gladly follow
Chorus→ Lead me on! oh, lead me on,
338: Saviour, Keep Me True and Faithful
1.
Saviour, keep me true and faithful,
Ever yielding to Thy will.
Daily walking in Thy counsel,
Restful, quiet, calm and still.
Chorus
Saviour, keep me pure in heart,
Ever faithful, true to Thee;
Teach me all Thy mind and will,
May they be fulfilled in me.
2.
Every foe I mean to conquer,
Since Thy pow’r and grace are mine,
Overcome the wiles of Satan,
Strengthened with Thy life divine.
3.
When I’m tested, tried and tempted,
Keep me under Thy control.
Give Thine own sweet rest and comfort
To my weary, troubled soul.
4.
With a true, unwav’ring purpose,
In the strength my Lord supplies.
I will face the daily conflict,
Pressing on to gain the prize.
5.
In the sunlight of His presence,
Keep me walking without blame.
Manifesting forth Thy praises,
Glorifying Thy great name.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ F. A. Blackmer
meter→ 8, 7, 8, 7, 7, 7, 7, 7
First line→ Saviour, keep me true and faithful,
Chorus→ Saviour, keep me pure in heart,
339: Search Me, O Lord
1.
Search me, O Lord, and know my inmost heart,
Let Thy pure light now penetrate each part;
I would be pure, my spirit would be free
To love and serve in harmony with Thee.
2.
Search me, O Lord, and try this heart of mine,
Search me and prove if I indeed am Thine.
Test by Thy word, that never changed can be,
My strength of hope and living faith in Thee.
3.
Search me, O Lord, my thoughts in mercy try,
Let naught escape Thine all discerning eye.
Know every thought, then help me graciously
To fix my mind and will to honour Thee.
4.
Search me, O Lord, and from the dross of sin
Refine as gold, and keep me pure within;
Search Thou my ways, whose springs Thine eye can see,
From secret faults, O Saviour, cleanse Thou me.
5.
Search me, O Lord, and in Thy mercy lead
My feet to walk, and let me take good heed
That I may hear Thy voice, obey and see
The everlasting way that leads to Thee.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ Lucy Manning
meter→ 10, 10, 10, 10
First line→ Search me, O Lord, and know my inmost heart,
339: Search Me, O Lord
1.
Search me, O Lord, and know my inmost heart,
Let Thy pure light now penetrate each part;
I would be pure, my spirit would be free
To love and serve in harmony with Thee.
2.
Search me, O Lord, and try this heart of mine,
Search me and prove if I indeed am Thine.
Test by Thy word, that never changed can be,
My strength of hope and living faith in Thee.
3.
Search me, O Lord, my thoughts in mercy try,
Let naught escape Thine all discerning eye.
Know every thought, then help me graciously
To fix my mind and will to honour Thee.
4.
Search me, O Lord, and from the dross of sin
Refine as gold, and keep me pure within;
Search Thou my ways, whose springs Thine eye can see,
From secret faults, O Saviour, cleanse Thou me.
5.
Search me, O Lord, and in Thy mercy lead
My feet to walk, and let me take good heed
That I may hear Thy voice, obey and see
The everlasting way that leads to Thee.
author→ Sam Jones
meter→ 10, 10, 10, 10
340: Seek the Lord While You May Find Him
1.
Seek the Lord while you may find Him,
Soul so weary, worn;
Seek Him now and He will hear you,
Do not longer spurn
His Salvation; you may freely
From His hand partake;
He’s the Friend who never changes,
He will not forsake.
2.
Seek the Lord while you may find Him,
Call while He is near;
Long in mercy He has lingered,
Does your heart not fear?
Lest He leave you in His anger,
Leave you to your doom,
Hear Him tenderly repeating,
“Come my child, there’s room.”
3.
Seek the Lord while you may find Him,
He is very nigh;
Do not close your heart to Jesus,
He is passing by.
He will hear the faintest whisper
From the broken heart;
He is waiting to deliver,
He will take thy part.
4.
Seek the Lord while you may find Him,
Do not turn away;
After sowing comes the reaping,
And the reck’ning day.
Jesus waits with words of pardon,
None so kind as He;
Turn your back on sin forever,
He will welcome thee.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ J. S.
meter→ 8, 5, 8, 5, 8, 5, 8, 5
First line→ Seek the Lord while you may find Him,
341: Seeking for a Better Country
1.
Seeking for a better country,
Pilgrims, we are marching on,
God is calling, we will follow
Where the Master’s feet have gone.
Chorus
Suff’ring must precede the glory,
But we know His will is best;
After toil and tribulation,
Comes the joy of home and rest.
2.
Call’d of God to follow Jesus,
And His footsteps daily trace;
Love divine, so pure and changeless,
Speeds us on to run the race.
3.
Oft the desert way is dreary,
But our hearts rejoice to know
Jesus leads, He knows the pathway,
Joyfully with Him we go.
4.
We must share in His rejection,
Daily face the battle’s strife;
Fellowship with Him in suff’ring
Brings the resurrection life.
5.
We shall bear our Master’s image,
Let this thought possess our soul;
All our life at His disposal,
Onward pressing to the goal.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ Sam Jones
meter→ 8, 7, 8, 7, 8, 7, 8, 7
First line→ Seeking for a better country,
Chorus→ Suff’ring must precede the glory,
342: Sin is the Only Thing I Fear
1.
Sin is the only thing I fear,
To separate me from my God,
But cleansing from all sin is near,
The fountain of the Saviour’s blood.
Chorus
Oh, wondrous love and can it be,
Before the great eternal Throne,
My Saviour’s sprinkled blood I see,
Is pleading, pleading for His own.
2.
I have an advocate above
Who bears my name upon His hands,
He pleads for me in Sov’reign love
’Tis mightier than all commands.
3.
His intercession shall prevail,
The Light of Faith shall not grow dim
Though heart and flesh would often fail,
I know I am complete in Him.
4.
He prays for all His chosen seed
That they might wrestle, strive and pray,
Behold His beauty while they plead,
And bear His image on that day.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ A. M. MacKay
meter→ 8, 8, 8, 8, 8, 8, 8, 8 (L.M.D.)
tune→ Selafo
First line→ Sin is the only thing I fear,
Chorus→ Oh, wondrous love and can it be,
343: Since Jesus Came to Dwell With Me
1.
Since Jesus came to dwell with me,
The peace of God is mine;
His joy and gladness fills my soul,
And life which is divine.
In sin’s dark way I cease to roam,
For God in mercy leads me home.
2.
The pilgrim way is steep and lone
When clouds obscure my view,
But grace and mercy bears me on,
And hope is born anew.
Faith speeds me onward in the night,
To dwell with God in heaven’s clear light.
3.
Though tribulation be my lot,
It is my Father’s will
That I should drink without complaint
The cup His hand doth fill.
Earth’s bitter must precede the sweet
Eternal rest at Jesus feet.
4.
As clay within the potter’s hands,
He moulds my life each day,
He understands, and why should I,
His Holy will gainsay?
A vessel for His use made meet
Must needs pass through the furnace heat.
5.
A new creation will arise,
When self is lost, forgot.
The language of my heart shall be,
“From henceforth I am not.
I live and move in Thee alone,
No other Sov’reign will I own.”
6.
A new creation will arise,
When self is lost, forgot.
The language of my heart shall be,
“From henceforth I am not.
I live and move in Thee alone,
No other Sov’reign will I own.”
7.
The language of the broken heart
None but the Saviour knows,
The fierce temptations which assail–
Those strong and cruel foes;
But in His strength the foe we face,
And prove His all sufficient grace.
8.
The life of self will always rise
To mar our happiness;
If only in this life we hope,
How short would be our bliss–
But hope will reach beyond the grave,
Anchored in Him, the strong to save.
9.
He lives in power at God’s right hand,
The faithful One and true,
And this vile body He will change
And fashion it anew,
To dwell with Him and share His bliss,
His glory and His righteousness.
10.
Though weak and toil worn, don’t despair.
Strong in the Spirit’s might,
Resist our subtle enemy–
And put the foe to flight.
Your faith, triumphant, will prevail,
Till safe with Christ beyond the veil.
author→ Sam Jones
meter→ 8, 6, 8, 6, 8, 8
First line→ Since Jesus came to dwell with me,
344: Since Jesus Conquered Death and Hell
1.
Since Jesus conquered death and hell,
And put away my sin,
I know the cleansing of His blood,
I have His life within;
Abiding in the living vine,
The fruits of righteousness are mine.
2.
My human nature would oppose
His just and righteous reign,
But when the Lamb of God prevails,
My peace returns again.
When self prevails I soon decline,
And darkness fills this heart of mine.
3.
Opposing forces are at work
Within continually,
My carnal mind usurps the throne,
The place where Christ should be.
When Satan rules I must repine,
The bitterness of death is mine.
4.
Since I must suffer in the flesh,
Lord arm me with the mind
Of Him who all the law fulfilled,
And never once inclined
To sin, but gave His life divine
A willing sacrifice for mine.
5.
Thou hast all power in Heaven, on earth,
And all contained therein.
Prevail in me, Thou sinless one,
That I may strive and win.
My living Lord, I now resign–
Let all Thy will prevail o’er mine.
6.
The law of sin and death would rise
To hide my Saviour’s face;
My only armour is– all prayer,
And all His powerful grace;
Thy law is life– arise and shine,
Prevail in this poor heart of mine.
7.
Oh, Lamb of God, Thou shalt prevail,
And I shall surely see
The Root of David spring afresh,
And bring forth fruit in me.
The power and glory shall be Thine,
And life Eternal shall be mine.
8.
Thy law, Oh God, is liberty,
Life from the dead alway;
Thy life shall raise me up to bear
Christ’s image on that day,
Oh, Royal seed in David’s line,
This honour shall alone be Thine.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ Joseph Summers
meter→ 8, 6, 8, 6, 8, 8
tune→ Palmyra
First line→ Since Jesus conquered death and hell,
345: Sincere, Without Offence
1.
Sincere, without offence until that day
When Christ shall come to bear His own away,
From these sad scenes of turmoil, sin and strife,
Unto the gates of everlasting life.
2.
Sincere, without offence, throughout the days,
Filled with the fruits of righteousness and praise,
Your life is in the Christ whose name you love,
His grace and truth, your portion from above.
3.
Sincere, without offence, who then shall blame
The souls on that great day who bear His name?
His own redeemed shall see His face with joy,
His glory, service, praise, their chief employ.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ E.J. Hopkins
meter→ 10, 10, 10, 10
tune→ Ellers
First line→ Sincere, without offence until that day
346: Some Day, You Say, I Will Seek the Lord
1.
“Some day,” you say, “I will seek the Lord,
Some day I will make my choice,
Some day, some day I will heed His word,
And answer the Spirit’s voice.”
Chorus
Choose now, just now! for the Lord is here,
And does for your answer wait;
Choose now, just while the call is clear,
Tomorrow may be too late.
2.
God’s time is now! for the days fly fast,
And swiftly the seasons roll;
Today is yours, it may be your last,
Choose life for your priceless soul.
3.
Choose now, just now! there’s a soul at stake;
Oh, what will your answer be?
’Tis life or death, and the choice you make
Is made for eternity.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ Carrie E. Rounsefell
meter→ 9, 7, 9, 7, 9, 7, 8, 7
tune→ Manchester
First line→ “Some day,” you say, “I will seek the Lord,
Chorus→ Choose now, just now! for the Lord is here,
347: Soul Adrift Without the Saviour
1.
Soul adrift without the Saviour,
With no hope beyond the grave:
Look and see the hand of Jesus,
Held in mercy now to save.
Chorus
Grasp the hand held out in mercy,
Come in spite of fear and doubt;
He who knows your sin and sorrow,
Will in no wise cast you out.
2.
Seek the Lord while you may find Him.
Call on Him while He is near;
Though the hosts of sin may hinder,
Come to Jesus, do not fear.
3.
Hear His pleading voice so tender,
“Soul, I died that you might live;”
And your life so dearly purchased,
Can you still refuse to give?
4.
Still He calls, and yet you linger;
Why will you His love gainsay?
Know ye not that there will never
Come a more convenient day?
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ R. Lowry
meter→ 8, 7, 8, 7, 8, 7, 8, 7
tune→ Jesus Only
First line→ Soul adrift without the Saviour,
Chorus→ Grasp the hand held out in mercy,
348: Souls of Mine Now Drifting Downward
1.
Souls of mine now drifting downward,
Stop, oh, stop in your career;
Hark, it is the voice of Jesus;
Anxiously He’s waiting near.
Chorus
Oh, return, Oh, come, return.
Souls of mine, return to God.
2.
On this earth I toiled and laboured,
Manifesting love divine,
God’s own way and truth revealing
In this lowly life of mine.
3.
On the cross for you I suffered,
Paid your ransom with my blood,
Souls of mine, I died to save you,
Oh, return, return to God!
4.
From the tomb I rose triumphant,
Burst the bands of death and Hell,
Hearken now, your Prince and Saviour
Longs within your heart to dwell.
5.
Judge of all the earth, I’m coming
Soon to claim my chosen Bride.
Oh, what anguish, weeping, wailing,
Shall befall those left outside.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ Dr. Lowell Mason
meter→ 8, 7, 8, 7, 7, 7
tune→ Ottawa
First line→ Souls of mine now drifting downward,
Chorus→ Oh, return, Oh, come, return.
349: Sowing, Ever Sowing
1.
Sowing, ever sowing,
Do not stay your hand,
Scatter forth the good seed,
Broadcast o’er the land.
Yield yourself in service,
Ever glad and free,
Keep yourself and others
Safe from penury.
Chorus
Sow beside all waters,
Sow the Gospel seed.
Souls in sin are dying,
Help them in their need.
2.
Sowing, ever sowing,
Darkness all around,
Enemies resist you,
Ruthless foes abound:
God is ever faithful,
Sow the precious seed,
To the clouds, the tempest,
Never giving heed.
3.
Sowing, ever sowing,
Though the world deride,
Satan’s host assailing
In the Lord abide.
Through Him you shall conquer,
Do not faint or yield,
Never cease your sowing
In the worldwide field.
4.
Sowing, ever sowing,
God is looking on,
Nought from Him withholding,
Till your life is gone.
Rich and sure the harvest
Of a wealth untold,
From the buried seed shall rise
A hundredfold.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ L. Reichardt (Arr. Goss)
meter→ 6, 5, 6, 5, 6, 5, 6, 5, 6, 5, 6, 5
tune→ Armageddon
First line→ Sowing, ever sowing,
Chorus→ Sow beside all waters,
350: Take the Yoke of Jesus
1.
Take the yoke of Jesus,
Hearken to His voice;
Willingly obey Him–
In His will rejoice.
2.
Take the yoke of Jesus,
Bear it patiently;
Lowliness and meekness
He will give to thee.
3.
Take the yoke of Jesus,
Learn His gracious will,
Doing His good pleasure,
Confident and still.
4.
Take the yoke of Jesus,
Let His mind control;
This shall be your portion,
Peace and rest of soul.
5.
Take the yoke of Jesus,
Serve Him joyfully,
One in mind and purpose,
Faith and purity.
6.
Take the yoke of Jesus,
Love Him to the end;
You shall dwell forever
With this faithful friend.
7.
Take the yoke of Jesus,
He will never fail;
In the fiercest conflict
Thou shalt sure prevail.
8.
Take the yoke of Jesus,
All your will resign;
One in heart and spirit,
Let His will be Thine.
9.
Take the yoke of Jesus,
Ever faithful be;
You will share His glory
In Eternity.
author→ Sam Jones
meter→ 6, 5, 6, 5
First line→ Take the yoke of Jesus,
351: Take My Yoke Upon You
1.
Take my yoke upon you,
Come and learn of me.
Bear my yoke and burden,
If thou would’st be free.
2.
I am meek and lowly,
Inwardly in heart.
These most precious virtues
I will now impart.
3.
Prove my yoke is easy,
Let my mind control.
Prove how light the burden,
Bringing rest of soul.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ Harold Green
meter→ 6, 5, 6, 5
tune→ Quietude
First line→ Take my yoke upon you,
352: Take Forth the Precious from the Vile
1.
Take forth the precious from the vile,
The dross and all that would defile,
This is my Lord’s decree.
Lord I am in Thy mighty hand,
I will obey Thy least command,
And wholly yield to Thee.
2.
God knows His servant through and through;
Work Thou in me to will and do,
Until Thy work is done,
I want to know Thy mind and will;
Thy every thought and wish fulfill,
Till I am like Thy Son.
3.
I know this is Thy plan for me.
All that Thou willest I will be.
Sufficient is Thy grace,
The furnace heat I will endure,
Till Thou canst see when clear and pure
The image of Thy face.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ Lowell Mason
meter→ 8, 8, 6, 8, 8, 6
tune→ Meribah
First line→ Take forth the precious from the vile,
353: Sweet is Thy Voice, My Saviour
1.
Sweet is Thy voice, my Saviour,
Oh, let me hear Thee speak,
I now intreat Thy favour,
Thy loving kindness seek.
Thou art my soul’s beloved,
Thy favour is my life,
My strength, my shield, my buckler,
To nerve me for the strife.
2.
I long to drink more deeply
Of Thy unchanging love,
That love which never faileth,
Sure as Thy Throne above,
That love which thinks no evil,
Is kind and suffers long,
Fills all my soul with gladness,
Sweet melody and song.
3.
To walk with Thee, Lord Jesus,
Is all my soul’s desire,
To follow in Thy footsteps
My heart would fain aspire,
And be like Thee, more lowly,
Clothed with humility,
This secret source of greatness
And grace impart to me.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ Wm. J. Kirkpatrick
meter→ 7, 6, 7, 6, 7, 6, 7, 6
First line→ Sweet is Thy voice, my Saviour,
354: Take the Hand that Jesus Offers
1.
Take the hand that Jesus offers,
Held in mercy now to Thee.
He will give you peace and pardon,
And your burdened soul set free.
Chorus
Come to me, Oh weary heart,
Heavy laden, sore oppressed,
Jesus waits to take thy part,
He will give your soul sweet rest.
2.
Take the hand that Jesus offers,
He will satisfy your heart,
Seal you with His Holy Spirit,
And His righteousness impart.
3.
Take the hand that Jesus offers,
He will give your soul release,
Save you from the power of evil.
Lead you in the way of peace.
4.
Take the hand that Jesus offers,
Bruised for your iniquity,
By those tender hands they nailed Him
On the cross of Calvary.
5.
Take the hand that Jesus offers,
Think of all His grief and pain,
On those hands held out to save you,
Cruel nail prints still remain.
6.
Take the hand that Jesus offers,
For your sins He bled and died,
Look and see, those marks of suff’ring
In His hands, His feet, His side.
7.
Take the hand that Jesus offers,
Leave earth’s luring vanity,
Come and seek a better country,
Safe with Christ eternally.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ F. A. Blackmer
meter→ 8, 7, 8, 7, 7, 7, 7, 7
First line→ Take the hand that Jesus offers,
Chorus→ Come to me, Oh weary heart,
355: Take One Forward Step With Jesus
1.
Take one forward step with Jesus,
Speed your feet to follow Him
Lest He vanish in the distance,
And the eye of faith grow dim.
Chorus
Take one forward step with Jesus,
Perfect love will cast out fear.
Love and prayer and faith’s clear vision
Always see the Saviour near.
2.
Take one forward step with Jesus,
Let your heart be filled with praise,
Since the Lord Himself has promised,
Strength proportioned to your days.
3.
Take one forward step with Jesus;
Know ye not He lives to care?
His own peace your heart possessing,
Walk in fellowship and prayer.
4.
Take one forward step with Jesus,
Do not let your courage fail.
Think of Him who paid your ransom,
Pleading now within the veil.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ F. Hermann Geue
meter→ 8, 7, 8, 7, 8, 7, 8, 7
First line→ Take one forward step with Jesus,
Chorus→ Take one forward step with Jesus,
355: Take One Forward Step With Jesus
1.
Take one forward step with Jesus,
Speed your feet to follow Him
Lest He vanish in the distance,
And the eye of faith grow dim.
Chorus
Take one forward step with Jesus,
Perfect love will cast out fear.
Love and prayer and faith’s clear vision
Always see the Saviour near.
2.
Take one forward step with Jesus,
Let your heart be filled with praise,
Since the Lord Himself has promised,
Strength proportioned to your days.
3.
Take one forward step with Jesus;
Know ye not He lives to care?
His own peace your heart possessing,
Walk in fellowship and prayer.
4.
Take one forward step with Jesus,
Do not let your courage fail.
Think of Him who paid your ransom,
Pleading now within the veil.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ F. Hermann Geue
meter→ 8, 7, 8, 7, 8, 7, 8, 7
356: Take Your Cross and Follow Jesus
1.
Take your cross and follow Jesus,
Though narrow the way and strait
By the world He loved, rejected,
He suffered outside the gate.
Chorus
He suffered outside the gate,
Enduring the scorn and hate,
Rejected, God’s Holy one died,
Dishonoured outside the gate.
2.
Though the world may frown upon you,
How happy is your estate.
To walk with the Prince of Glory,
Who suffered outside the gate.
3.
Oh, refuse not Him that speaketh,
Make haste ere it be too late,
Choose reproach with God’s anointed,
Who suffered outside the gate.
4.
Oh, think of the lowly Saviour,
And no longer hesitate,
But share in your Lord’s rejection,
Who suffered outside the gate.
author→ Sam Jones
meter→ 8, 7, 8, 7, 7, 7, 8, 7
First line→ Take your cross and follow Jesus,
Chorus→ He suffered outside the gate,
357: Teach Us, Lord, Our Days to Number
1.
Teach us, Lord, our days to number,
That our hearts we may apply
Unto wisdom, ever seeking
Christ our Lord to glorify.
Chorus
Teach us, Lord, to walk in wisdom,
While our days are speeding past;
Grant that we may bear Thine image
Till we reach our home at last.
2.
Teach us, Lord, our days to number,
Short and brief life’s longest span:
Make us wise with heav’nly wisdom,
Doing good while yet we can.
3.
Teach us, Lord, our days to number,
Wake our souls to righteousness;
Save us from things seen and temp’ral,
Thou, our source of life and bliss.
4.
Teach us, Lord, our days to number,
May we spend them one and all
In Thy service, watching, waiting,
Till we hear the final call.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ Geo C. Stebbins
meter→ 8, 7, 8, 7, 8, 7, 8, 7
First line→ Teach us, Lord, our days to number,
Chorus→ Teach us, Lord, to walk in wisdom,
358: Tell Me Again
1.
Tell me again of God’s wonderful love:
How Jesus left those fair mansions above,
Suffered and died for my sins on the tree;
He made atonement for you and for me.
Chorus
Tell how He lived; tell how He died,
Sorely afflicted and nailed to the tree,
Wounded and bruised for the sins of the world:
Love so abounding– O tell it to me!
2.
Tell me again how He wept for their sin,
Opened life’s gate that they all might come in;
But they despised Him and hardened their heart,
Cast out their Saviour and bid Him depart.
3.
Tell me again how in sorrow He prayed;
All our transgressions on Jesus were laid.
None was found worthy for sin to atone:
Death’s bitter cup He must drink all alone.
4.
Tell me again how the multitude scorns
Christ their redeemer and crown Him with thorns;
Mock’d Him as king while they smote Him again;
Meekly He suffered and did not complain.
5.
Tell how exceedingly bitter His cry,
Nailed to the cross where they left Him to die;
Grieved and forsaken, God spared not His Son:
Love’s mighty work of redemption is done.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ Wattie Sims
meter→ 10, 10, 10, 10, 8, 10, 10, 10
First line→ Tell me again of God’s wonderful love:
Chorus→ Tell how He lived; tell how He died,
359: The Breathing of My Soul is After God
1.
The breathing of my soul is after God;
In my poor heart His love now shed abroad
Draws on my soul with ardent longings deep,
To follow Christ, the Shepherd of the sheep.
I love Him now because He first loved me,
And where He is, there shall His servant be.
2.
Through never failing love I shall endure
And make my calling and election sure.
His tender mercy rich, supplies of grace,
Shall keep me sure and steady in the place
My Shepherd’s heart of love has planned for me,
And where He is, there shall His servant be.
3.
I want to follow where His feet have gone
And serve Him until that great morn shall dawn–
The morn of God’s serene eternal day,
Where pain and former things have passed away.
In love He took the servant’s place for me,
And where He is, there shall His servant be.
author→ Sam Jones
meter→ 10, 10, 10, 10, 10, 10
First line→ The breathing of my soul is after God;
360: The Call of Grace has Reached My Soul
1.
The call of grace has reached my soul,
Self love and all self will I flee.
With Thee all things are possible,
O God, reveal Thy Son in me.
Chorus
Behold my prayer, my one desire
Before Thy Throne continually,
Like incense it is burning there–
O God, reveal Thy Son in me.
2.
Can I resist the call of grace?
All powerful, so appealingly,
It stirs my inmost soul to pray,
O God, reveal Thy Son in me.
3.
Resigned to all Thy Holy will
I will submit myself to Thee,
Let self continually decrease,
That Christ may be revealed in me.
4.
The call of grace I will obey,
Then all the world may look and see
I live and yet, ’tis no more I:
God’s Son is now revealed in me.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ Geo. C. Stebbins
meter→ 8, 8, 8, 8, 8, 8, 8, 8 (L.M.D.)
tune→ Higher Ground
First line→ The call of grace has reached my soul,
Chorus→ Behold my prayer, my one desire
361: The Door of God's Sheepfold is Open
1.
The door of God’s sheepfold is open,
Oh, why will you not enter in?
Come now while the Shepherd is waiting
And He will forgive all your sin.
Chorus
Constrain them to come is the message
To all who now wander abroad,
A place and a name is awaiting
For you in the Kingdom of God.
2.
Refuse not the Lord’s invitation,
Come, enter the door of the fold,
An heir to His Kingdom and glory,
His riches and pleasures untold.
3.
The Shepherd who came from God’s bosom,
His nature and life will impart,
Oh, make Him your Lord and your Master,
And let Him now dwell in your heart.
4.
The Saviour who died to redeem you,
Is calling and yet there is room,
Oh, come while His Spirit is striving,
Escape from sins judgement and doom.
author→ Sam Jones
meter→ 9, 8, 9, 8, 9, 8, 9, 8
First line→ The door of God’s sheepfold is open,
Chorus→ Constrain them to come is the message
362: The Evening Shades are Falling Fast
1.
The ev’ning shades are falling fast,
The night is coming on apace,
And time for you will soon be o’er,
To prove the riches of His grace.
How many careful, troubled souls,
So busied with the toil and strife
Are held and captivated still,
With things pertaining to this life?
Chorus
O, hark it is the Master’s voice
Give ear: His counsel is for thee;
Come buy the gold and raiment white,
To make you rich eternally.
2.
So patiently the Saviour waits,
To meet the ardent, longing heart,
Who pleads with importunity
To know and choose the better part.
Oh, brother, sister while you may,
Come now and learn at Jesus’ feet,
One thing is needful– one alone:
To stand in all His will complete.
3.
Your days are few, time cannot wait,
Let worldly minds their joys pursue.
But take your opportunity;
The one thing needful keep in view,
Eternal wisdom bids you come,
God’s way and truth and life is nigh,
Now is the favoured time for you
To learn from Him who cannot lie.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ D. B. Towner
meter→ 8, 8, 8, 8, 8, 8, 8, 8, 8, 8, 8, 8
First line→ The ev’ning shades are falling fast,
Chorus→ O, hark it is the Master’s voice
363: The Happy Hour Will Surely Come
1.
The happy hour will surely come
When I shall rise to dwell with Thee,
To serve my Lord and see His face,
And bear His name eternally.
2.
My sighs and tears shall reach Thy heart,
While in the body here I groan,
Till all that’s mortal ends in life,
Where self is lost and sin unknown.
3.
Let self decrease that Christ may live,
And manifest His life in me,
Let Christ alone be magnified,
Both now and through eternity.
author→ Sam Jones
meter→ 8, 8, 8, 8 (L.M.)
First line→ The happy hour will surely come
364: The Hand of God Hath Touched Me
1.
The hand of God hath touched me,
Hath touched and brought me low,
Discovered all the hidden parts,
That I myself might know.
2.
The hand of God hath touched me,
Hath touched my very soul,
That I may know that He must reign,
Must rule and have control.
3.
The hand of God hath touched me,
Have pity, oh, my friends,
Have patience till I reconcile
Myself to all He sends.
4.
The hand of God hath touched me,
Your pity you will hold,
But know ye not when I am tried,
I shall come forth as gold.
5.
The hand of God hath touched me,
How heavy are His hands,
My friends all fail to sympathize,
But still He understands.
author→ Sam Jones
meter→ 7, 6, 8, 6
First line→ The hand of God hath touched me,
365: The Heart of God is Always Grieved
1.
The heart of God is always griev’d
Unless His chosen people pray,
And seek His all sufficient grace
To keep them in the evil day.
2.
Pray’r is the strong connecting link,
The vital, quick’ning, heav’nly flame
Which burns within the hearts of all
Who live to honour His great Name.
3.
Effectual, fervent pray’rs shall bring
God’s richest blessings from above;
All pray’r prevails with Him who reigns
For evermore in sov’reign love.
4.
Pray’r moves the loving heart of God
To grant these favours from on high–
A wise and understanding heart,
The clear, discerning, single eye.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ G. Joseph
meter→ 8, 8, 8, 8 (L.M.)
tune→ Angelus
First line→ The heart of God is always griev’d
366: The Fields are White, Harvest Time is Near
1.
The fields are white and harvest time is near,
When you and I before God must appear
To reap the fruit of seed on earth we’ve sown;
We’ll hear “Depart ye cursed” or, “Ye blessed come.”
Chorus
We’re sowing, we’re sowing,
Out on life’s harvest field
And every little seed we sow,
Some fruit will yield.
2.
The fields are white, there’s much for all to do;
Great is the need, and lab’rers still are few;
Think of the precious souls that careless roam,
And of the fate that ’waits them at the harvest home.
3.
Seeds we have scatter’d, broadcast every where,
Will rise again, some kind of fruit they’ll bear.
Which shall it be when reaping time has come?
Shall you be cast away as tares, or garner’d home.
author→ Sam Jones
meter→ 10, 10, 10, 12, 6, 6, 8, 4
First line→ The fields are white and harvest time is near,
Chorus→ We’re sowing, we’re sowing,
367: The Harvest Fields are White
1.
The harvest fields are white,
Lift up your eyes, and see
That countless hosts are perishing,
And God hath need of thee.
Chorus
The harvest fields are white,
How can you still delay?
When souls for whom the Saviour died
Are perishing today.
2.
Vast multitudes now roam,
Like sheep they go astray;
Let love divine now move your heart,
To labour while you may.
3.
God’s heart was moved with love,
He sent His Son to die;
Oh, how can you remain at ease,
And hear the lost one’s cry.
4.
He bought you with His blood,
Your life no longer keep;
Forsaking all, go forth with Him
And seek His wand’ring sheep.
author→ Sam Jones
meter→ 6, 6, 8, 6, 6, 6, 8, 6 (S.M.D.)
First line→ The harvest fields are white,
Chorus→ The harvest fields are white,
368: The Heart of God's Chosen Disciples
1.
The heart of God’s chosen disciples,
Subdued by the dews of His grace
And broken in spirit before Him,
May walk in the light of His face.
The path of the just shineth brighter,
They trust and their burdens are lighter,
The path of the just shineth brighter,
They trust and their burdens are lighter.
2.
The heart of God’s own little children,
Renewed and made righteous in Him,
Shine forth as a light in the darkness,
Their glory no darkness can dim.
They cease from their own sad repining,
But never can cease from their shining,
They cease from their own sad repining,
But never can cease from their shining.
3.
He dwells with the poor and the contrite,
With them in the high holy place,
Reviving the humble in spirit
And speeding them on in the race.
His treasure the meek and the lowly,
In Him every heart is made holy.
His treasure the meek and the lowly,
In Him every heart is made holy.
4.
They speak of His Kingdom and glory,
As strangers and pilgrims they roam,
But soon as His own priceless jewels
He’s coming to gather them home
To shine in His Kingdom forever,
There’s no separation, no never!
To shine in His Kingdom forever,
There’s no separation, no– never!
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ P. P. Bilhorn
meter→ 9, 8, 9, 8, 9, 9, 9, 9
First line→ The heart of God’s chosen disciples,
369: The Height and Depth of God's Love
1.
The height and depth of God’s redeeming love
No mind can comprehend, no tongue can tell
God’s gift unspeakable from heav’n above
Is Christ revealed in humble hearts to dwell.
2.
O Lamb of God, in Thee I rest secure,
Thou art the King of righteousness and peace,
Thy love unfailing shall for aye endure,
Abound within my soul and never cease.
3.
O love which brought my Saviour from on high,
How can my soul declare Thy matchless worth?
I know, I feel that Thou art always nigh
To save me from the worthless things of earth.
4.
O length and breadth of love and sov’reign grace,
I sigh and long to lose myself in Thee,
That I may fully apprehend and trace
The footprints of the One who died for me.
5.
O boundless love, O, fathomless abyss,
My soul is lost in Thy immensity,
In Thee I find my joy and holiness ,
The fulness of the Godhead bodily.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ E. J. Hopkins
meter→ 10, 10, 10, 10
tune→ Ellers
First line→ The height and depth of God’s redeeming love
370: The Law of God is in My Heart
1.
The law of God is in my heart,
None of my steps shall ever slide,
I fear not Satan’s fiery dart,
The Lord of hosts is on my side.
2.
Weak and irresolute I feel,
Among earth’s gay and worldly throng,
But God anoints and gives His seal,
And in His strength I now am strong.
3.
The wicked watch my daily walk
And seek to turn me from the way,
I spurn their vain and foolish talk,
And do not cease to watch and pray.
4.
Though others fail and turn aside,
I hope to glory in the cross;
By fire the gold is purified
And separated from earth’s dross.
5.
More precious than earth’s gems or gold,
The trial of our faith in God;
The riches of Christ’s wealth untold
Are found within the path He trod.
6.
When manifold temptations come,
Sweep in upon me like a flood,
My heart is sore and lips are dumb,
But still I trust His precious blood.
7.
Though dark and deep the valley seems
Through which my weary feet must go,
’Mid shattered hopes and blighted dreams,
With tears and precious seed I sow.
8.
Life is not vain for those who yield
To God in true humility,
And drink the cup His hand has filled,
In faith and all sincerity.
author→ Sam Jones
meter→ 8, 8, 8, 8 (L.M.)
First line→ The law of God is in my heart,
371: The Life of Paul the Faithful
1.
The life of Paul the faithful
Is sweet to heart and mind,
He chose to walk with Jesus
And leave the world behind.
He viewed the better country,
Its riches won his heart,
The love of Christ constraining
To choose the better part.
2.
In watchings and in fastings,
In weariness and pain,
He bravely fought the battle,
The crown of life to gain.
He gave the whole burnt off’ring.
The daily sacrifice,
His all upon the altar,
Most precious in God’s eyes.
3.
He did not fail nor falter,
Strong in the grace of God,
He walked the lowly pathway
The suff’ring Saviour trod,
To him both praise and honour
Were but a passing show,
While pressing on and forward
The Son of God to know.
4.
Beyond the seen and temp’ral
He saw the Heav’nly prize,
The scorn and shame and suff’ring
For Christ He did despise,
The life and light eternal
Possessed his heart and soul,
He kept His body under,
And pressed toward the goal.
5.
He saw the world in darkness,
Confused and tempest tossed,
He magnified the Saviour
In lab’ring for the lost,
Persuading Jew and Gentile
From coming wrath to flee,
Forsaking sin and bondage
For Christ and liberty.
6.
He ran the race with patience,
Undaunted to the end,
One heart, one mind, one purpose,
The gospel to defend.
He stood alone, forsaken,
But God was on his side
For Christ he lived and suffered;
Faithful to Him he died.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ Dr Lowell Mason
meter→ 7, 6, 7, 6, 7, 6, 7, 6
tune→ Heber
First line→ The life of Paul the faithful
372: Come to Me, Oh Weary Heart
1.
The Lord has whispered in my heart,
“When many doubts and fears assail,
By prayer and faith you overcome,
Your enemies shall not prevail.”
2.
I suffered much when manifold
Temptations tried me by the way,
My prayers and tears prevailed with God,
And He will hear you when you pray.
3.
Oppressed, afflicted and dismayed,
I trod the winepress all alone,
Exceeding sorrowful I prayed,
And God did not forsake His own.
4.
He giveth power unto the faint,
And out of weakness makes them strong,
He satisfies the longing soul,
And turns their mourning into song.
5.
Let prayers and praise ascend to Him,
Who feels for your infirmity;
His heart is touched, He faileth not
To intercede with God for thee.
6.
Draw near to God in Jesus’ name,
And there within the holy place
Pour out your heart, your soul’s desire,
To Him, before the throne of grace.
7.
Our faithful God, He cannot fail;
Hold fast, and great shall be your gain,
With robes made white in Jesus’ blood,
For evermore with Him to reign.
author→ Sam Jones
meter→ 8, 8, 8, 8 (L.M.)
First line→ The Lord has whispered in my heart,
373: The Lord is Our Defence
1.
The Lord is our defence
We will arise and sing,
The “Holy One” of Israel
Is now our God and King.
2.
In great humility
The Saviour came to die,
He purged our sins and now He lives
At God’s right hand on high.
3.
He reigns in majesty
O’er hearts His love had won;
This is the burden of their prayer:
“Thy holy will be done.”
4.
As now we face the foe,
He keeps our toiling feet,
Our Master Jesus true and kind
Will save us from defeat.
5.
When Jesus comes again,
His people will rejoice,
For they shall see Him face to face
And hear the Bridegroom’s voice.
6.
What rapture when they meet,
The Bridegroom and the Bride;
How glorious then that face so marred,
His hands, His feet, His side.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ Johann B. König (Arr W. H. Havergal)
meter→ 6, 6, 8, 6 (S.M.)
tune→ Franconia (König)
First line→ The Lord is our defence
374: The Lord My Shepherd Is
1.
The Lord my Shepherd is,
My heart no want can know;
He gently leads me by the hand,
Where verdant pastures grow.
He knows my every need,
And safe with Him I go,
In calm and quietness to rest,
Where living waters flow.
2.
When wearied with the strife,
My soul He doth restore;
His lovingkindness woos my heart,
To love Him more and more.
The path of righteousness,
With Him I gladly take.
Why should I stray? He leads the way,
E’en for His own name’s sake.
3.
To walk the vale of death,
Is sweet, with Jesus near;
His rod and staff they comfort me,
No evil will I fear.
My table He prepares,
In presence of the foe;
When His anointing I receive,
My cup doth overflow.
4.
Goodness and mercy shall,
Be with me all my days;
Preserved and kept by Him I am,
From all the bypath ways.
His presence with me now,
Brings joy forevermore,
And through a long eternity,
His ways I shall adore.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ John Zundel
meter→ 6, 6, 8, 6, 6, 6, 8, 6 (S.M.D.)
tune→ Lebanon (Zundel)
First line→ The Lord my Shepherd is,
375: The Love of Jesus Fills My Soul
1.
The love of Jesus fills my soul,
My heart is under His control.
Though oft I serve with tears and sighs,
I have that love which never dies.
2.
Rejoice my soul with joy and sing,
He reigns within, my Saviour, King,
His love the power of death defies,
The love of Jesus never dies.
3.
God wills that self should be denied,
My faith and patience sorely tried,
Although the will of nature cries,
His love prevails and never dies.
4.
I will hold fast my confidence,
Exceeding great the recompense.
His image is the glorious prize,
Where love immortal never dies.
5.
His work in me He will maintain,
His name and nature I shall gain.
My every need His love supplies,
Love never fails and never dies.
6.
Love faileth not; love cannot fail.
Though powers of earth and hell assail,
God’s Spirit in my heart replies,
The love of Jesus never dies.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ Norman Johnson
meter→ 8, 8, 8, 8 (L.M.)
tune→ Brewster
First line→ The love of Jesus fills my soul,
376: The Love of God now Fills My Soul
1.
The Love of God now fills my soul,
My Lord shall have supreme control.
He will complete His work begun,
Transform and make me like His Son.
Chorus
This is my prayer continually:
“Lord, may Thy Kingdom come in me.
Let all Thy Holy Will be done,
Transform and make me like Thy Son.”
2.
I have a living Christ within,
Who gives me vict’ry over sin
As I obey His loving voice,
And in His Holiness rejoice.
3.
I would not grieve this dearest friend;
I’ll follow Him unto the end,
Of life’s short day, for this I know,
A crown of life He will bestow.
4.
He has prepared for me a place,
And I shall see my Saviour’s face,
Serve Him with joy eternally,
The Lamb of God who died for me.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ F. Hermann Geue
meter→ 8, 8, 8, 8, 8, 8, 8, 8 (L.M.D.)
First line→ The Love of God now fills my soul,
Chorus→ This is my prayer continually:
376: The Love of God now Fills My Soul
1.
The Love of God now fills my soul,
My Lord shall have supreme control.
He will complete His work begun,
Transform and make me like His Son.
Chorus
This is my prayer continually:
“Lord, may Thy Kingdom come in me.
Let all Thy Holy Will be done,
Transform and make me like Thy Son.”
2.
I have a living Christ within,
Who gives me vict’ry over sin
As I obey His loving voice,
And in His Holiness rejoice.
3.
I would not grieve this dearest friend;
I’ll follow Him unto the end,
Of life’s short day, for this I know,
A crown of life He will bestow.
4.
He has prepared for me a place,
And I shall see my Saviour’s face,
Serve Him with joy eternally,
The Lamb of God who died for me.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ F. Hermann Geue
meter→ 8, 8, 8, 8, 8, 8, 8, 8 (L.M.D.)
377: The Master Hath Taken His Servant
1.
The Master hath taken His servant
From toil, tribulation and strife,
Obeying the call, “Come up higher,”
Our loved one has now entered life.
His heart, fully won by the Saviour
Was wholly devoted to Him.
His love and the light of His count’nance,
No forces of evil can dim.
2.
How sweet is the rest from all labour
And strivings without and within,
Resisting the wiles of the tempter,
The world with its follies and sin.
How rich are the fruits of the harvest,
And treasures which God has in store
For those who are loyal and faithful
To reap and enjoy evermore.
3.
How great is the joy and the gladness
Of those who are safe in the fold,
The storm and the tempest is over,
The watchings and fastings untold.
At home with the Father forever,
Where nought can the spirit appal,
He rests with the loved ones in glory,
With Jesus the fairest of all.
4.
Since death has removed our dear brother,
We mourn and are lonely and sad;
To meet him again in the morning,
Our hearts will be joyful and glad.
Farewell, friend, beloved, how we miss you,
Sweet counsel together is o’er,
But soon we shall meet in the homeland,
Where sorrow can come nevermore.
author→ Sam Jones
meter→ 9, 8, 9, 8, 9, 8, 9, 8
tune→ Allein auf dem Berge
First line→ The Master hath taken His servant
378: The Narrow Way of Holiness
1.
The narrow way of Holiness
I fain would enter in,
But must deny, forsake myself,
And suff’ring, cease from sin.
2.
The unclean shall not pass that way,
God keeps it safe, secure,
For His redeemed, His free born sons
Whose hearts and lives are pure.
3.
No lion shall be found therein,
No rav’nous beast of prey,
Self must be crucified and slain,
And nature must decay.
4.
This sacred way God hath prepared,
And offers now to me,
The wayfaring forsaking all,
His Holiness shall see.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ Uzziah C. Burnap
meter→ 8, 6, 8, 6 (C.M.)
tune→ Serenity
First line→ The narrow way of Holiness
379: The Path, Though Steep and Narrow
1.
The path, though steep and narrow,
My weary feet must tread;
I will not grieve nor murmur,
My Lord is just ahead.
Though sin is raging round me
And I must face the foe,
My hope and shield is Jesus
And so I onward go.
Chorus
Stronger than the strong is He,
Strong to give the victory;
He is interceding, With the Father pleading,
Stronger than the strong is He.
2.
Amid the storm and tempest,
I hear His voice so sweet;
He speaks my soul to comfort,
And stay my wav’ring feet.
His hand is good upon me,
And I rejoice to know
That Jesus is my leader
And so I onward go.
3.
Though great the tribulation,
Exceeding great the prize;
The glory is eternal,
And joy that never dies.
I have His presence with me,
Amid earth’s pain and woe;
He is my consolation,
And so I onward go.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ Mrs C. H. Morris
meter→ 7, 6, 7, 6, 7, 6, 7, 6, 7, 7, 12, 7
First line→ The path, though steep and narrow,
Chorus→ Stronger than the strong is He,
380: The Precious Blood of Jesus has Washed
1.
The precious Blood of Jesus
Has washed my sins away;
I love my Lord and Master,
His voice I will obey.
To me the lines have fallen
In pleasant places here;
It is my joy and comfort
To know my Lord is near.
Chorus
I have chosen to follow
Where saints and martyrs trod
In the footsteps of Jesus,
Lowly Son of God.
2.
The path of lonely sorrow
My Saviour trod for me;
With Him in sweet communion
My spirit longs to be.
I love to keep His sayings
And prove His statutes right;
Enduring tribulation,
Clothed in His Spirit’s might.
3.
I know His way is perfect,
His precious Word is true;
And all His righteous precepts
I will observe and do.
My lips shall sing His praises,
His law is my delight;
My heart is filled with gladness
While walking in the light.
4.
His word of truth I treasure
And hide it in my heart,
Lest I should sin against Him
And from the Way depart.
How could I grieve the Spirit,
Of Him, my faithful Friend,
When grace is freely given
To keep me to the end?
5.
My sins which once were scarlet
Are whiter than the snow;
And on my way rejoicing
With Jesus now I go.
In love He paid my ransom,
And He will give me grace
To stand at His appearing
And see Him face to face.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ Wm. J. Kirkpatrick
meter→ 7, 6, 7, 6, 7, 6, 7, 6, 7, 6, 7, 5
First line→ The precious Blood of Jesus Has
Chorus→ I have chosen to follow
381: The Poor in Spirit Ask No More
1.
The poor in spirit ask no more
Than entrance at the Kingdom’s door.
They have a claim: their poverty
Is all the King requires to see.
2.
Their’s is an undisputed claim,
Presented in the Saviour’s name,
They have a key, those blessed poor,
To open wide the Kingdom’s door.
3.
Their poverty and low estate,
Are gifts from God, exceeding great,
I mourn to have that right divine
Which makes the Kingdom’s riches mine.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ Herbert S. Oakeley
meter→ 8, 8, 8, 8 (L.M.)
tune→ Abends
First line→ The poor in spirit ask no more
382: The Precious Blood of Jesus is Now
1.
The precious blood of Jesus
Is now my only plea.
No glitt’ring gold could ever
Redeem and ransom me.
His side was torn and riven,
Forth from His heart there flowed
A crimson fount for cleansing,
When bearing sin’s great load.
Chorus
The precious blood of Jesus
Redeems and ransoms me,
The blessed Lamb of Heaven,
The Lord alone shall be.
2.
The precious blood of Jesus
I need each passing day,
So prone my feet to wander
Far from the narrow way,
Sweet thought in midst of conflict
Serves as a sacred cord,
The Saviour bled and suffered,
That He might be my Lord.
3.
None other Lord could ever
Thus live for me and die
Upon the tree of sorrow,
Betwixt the earth and sky.
When chill of death is nearing,
This shall my fears allay,
Thy blood is all prevailing,
Dear Lord, my hope and stay.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ Mrs J. G. Wilson
meter→ 7, 6, 7, 6, 7, 6, 7, 6, 7, 6, 7, 6
First line→ The precious blood of Jesus Is
Chorus→ The precious blood of Jesus Redeems
383: The Reaper's Final Call has Come
1.
The Reaper’s final call has come,
The Father wants His child,
To share His home Eternally,
In glory undefiled.
2.
Another jewel gathered home,
To gleam in that fair land,
And join the company of those,
Redeemed at God’s right hand.
3.
His servants there shall see His face,
And hear His glad sweet voice,
As tenderly He wipes their tears,
And bids them now rejoice.
4.
The former things have passed away,
All care and toil and pain,
Earth’s ling’ring grief and death’s cold touch,
Shall never come again.
5.
How deep their joy how sweet to serve,
In those blest courts on high,
Where thirst and hunger cannot come,
And love can never die.
6.
Farewell until we meet again,
With all the bloodwashed throng,
Who praise His name for evermore,
His love their theme and song.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ Uzziah C. Burnap
meter→ 8, 6, 8, 6 (C.M.)
tune→ Serenity
First line→ The Reaper’s final call has come,
384: The Saviour Calls So Earnestly
1.
The Saviour calls so earnestly,
As on to death you’re speeding,
Will you not hearken to His voice,
As with your soul He’s pleading?
Chorus
He wept and prayed in agony,
He bore your sins on Calvary.
He drank the cup,
Death’s bitter cup, for thee.
2.
If you reject the Saviour’s love,
How sad will be your ending,
To hear those words, “Depart from me.”
Your soul and spirit rending.
3.
How fearful then the sinner’s doom,
And oh, what weeping, wailing,
Their day for grace is past and gone,
And prayers are unavailing.
4.
The Saviour longs to be your friend,
And banish gloom and sadness,
He offers you eternal life,
His peace and joy and gladness.
5.
He died to save your priceless soul
From endless woe and sorrow,
Oh, yield your heart your life to Him,
Wait not until the morrow.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ S. J. Vail
meter→ 8, 7, 8, 7, 8, 8, 4, 6
tune→ Gate Ajar
First line→ The Saviour calls so earnestly,
Chorus→ He wept and prayed in agony,
385: The Saviour is Calling
1.
The Saviour is calling,
Give ear to His voice;
All heaven is anxious,
Awaiting your choice.
Oh grieve not His Spirit,
Lest He should depart,
And leave you for ever,
No hope in your heart.
2.
The door is now open,
God’s mercy is great;
Why halt ye and linger?
You may be too late.
The tempter is saying:
“Wait some other day;”
How sad if you perish
Through turning away.
3.
Still walking in darkness,
Refusing the light,
Unwilling to serve Him.
Denying the right.
Despising the Saviour,
How fearful the cost–
Through wilful rejection
Your soul will be lost.
4.
Indiff’rent you listen
To all He would say;
Attend to His counsel,
Consider your way;
The day is approaching
When you must appear
To meet Him in judgment
With trembling and fear.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ Geo. C. Stebbins
meter→ 6, 5, 6, 5, 6, 5, 6, 5
tune→ Holiness
First line→ The Saviour is calling,
386: The Son of God Came Down on Earth
1.
The Son of God came down on earth
To show the Father’s heart
And plead with all the sons of men
To choose the better part.
Chorus
In love He died to save your soul
And bring you nigh to God.
He paid the ransom on the cross
With His own sacred blood.
2.
The Son of God is pleading now,
At God’s right hand on high
He pleads for you in tender love:
Oh soul, why will you die?
3.
He purchased you with His own blood,
Atonement has been made,
The sins of all the world upon
The Lamb of God were laid.
4.
Oh, hasten now while hope is near,
Believe and enter in
The door of life where Jesus waits
To pardon all your sin.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ Old German Tune (altered)
meter→ 8, 6, 8, 6, 8, 6, 8, 6 (C.M.D.)
tune→ Ellacombe
First line→ The Son of God came down on earth
Chorus→ In love He died to save your soul
387: The Tender Shepherd's Voice
1.
The tender Shepherd’s voice
Has reached my troubled heart,
From all iniquity and sin
I long now to depart.
Chorus
O receive me now,
Lord, I come to Thee;
Let Thy life, and love, and grace
Be magnified in me.
2.
My life, my will I yield,
There’s naught I would withhold,
My weary heart desires the rest
And comfort of the fold.
3.
O Shepherd, kind and true,
I need Thy love and life
To quicken and preserve my soul
Amid earth’s toil and strife.
4.
Thy life was lived for me,
For me Thy blood was shed;
O Lamb of God, I cannot now
Remain among the dead.
5.
My Saviour bids me come
From wand’ring far abroad;
His life is mine and I am safe,
Hid in the heart of God.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ Ira D. Sankey
meter→ 6, 6, 8, 6, 5, 5, 7, 6
First line→ The tender Shepherd’s voice
Chorus→ O receive me now,
388: The Truth of God So Precious
1.
The truth of God so precious,
I value more each day,
As with a contrite heart I walk
With Jesus in the way;
The lowly way which most despise,
I glory now to tread;
Anointed eyes see always–
Jesus ahead.
2.
The path of life, I’ve found it
In Jesus most complete;
Though now cast out and suff’ring,
His fellowship is sweet.
He’s God’s own plan and pattern,
The new and living way;
My joy it is to follow
With Him each day.
3.
I’m glad He ever found me
And came to dwell within.
The stronger than the strong man,
Who saves me now from sin;
’Twas life I got, not theory:
His voice I did obey,
And entered in by Jesus–
God’s only way.
4.
Now I’ve a tender Shepherd,
Who leads to pastures new;
His voice, it is my comfort,
His hand, ’tis strong and true;
I long to follow closer,
Still nearer to His side,
I never can forsake Him–
He is my guide.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ K. F. Garrard
meter→ 7, 6, 8, 6, 8, 6, 7, 4
First line→ The truth of God so precious,
389: The Voice of God Has Reached My Heart
1.
The voice of God has reached my heart,
In sin I cannot longer stay,
The world is vain– from it I part,
To walk with Christ along life’s way.
Chorus
I’m going home, I’m going home,
With Jesus as my friend and guide,
I’ll brave the storm and face the foe,
With my Redeemer by my side.
2.
My path was always dark and drear
Till Jesus came to be my light;
Rejoicing now, I walk with Him,
No more to roam in sin’s dark night.
3.
His love to me, surpassing sweet,
Has wooed my heart from things of time,
The better country now I view,
A brighter, far serener clime.
4.
His pleasures are for evermore,
His riches are a wealth untold,
Abundantly I’m satisfied,
And safe within the Shepherd’s fold.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ James McGranahan
meter→ 8, 8, 8, 8, 8, 8, 8, 8 (L.M.D.)
First line→ The voice of God has reached my heart,
Chorus→ I’m going home, I’m going home,
390: The Voice of God is Calling
1.
The voice of God is calling,
His message is for thee,
Your life is passing, and death is coming,
And then Eternity;
Oh, count the cost–
Why should your soul be lost?
Chorus
The voice of God is calling,
In tender mercy calling;
Oh, hear His voice now calling,
Why should your soul be lost?
2.
Will you not stop and hearken?
How can you fail to see
That time is flying, And soon the judgment
Will come for you and me?
Oh haste, I pray,
Prepare for that great day.
3.
The path on which you journey
Will end in dark despair,
And God in mercy With you is pleading,
Why should you finish there,
To weep and wail
Where pray’rs cannot avail?
4.
No longer grieve His Spirit,
But heed the Saviour’s call,
His great salvation And life eternal
He offers free to all;
Make Him your choice,
All heaven will rejoice.
5.
Once more in love and mercy,
The call is sounding clear;
Why longer harden your heart against Him,
And turn away your ear,
To find at last,
All hope of heav’n is past?
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ Robert Lowry
meter→ 7, 6, 10, 6, 4, 6, 7, 7, 7, 6
First line→ The voice of God is calling,
Chorus→ The voice of God is calling,
391: The Voice of Jesus Calls, “Why Will ... ”
1.
The voice of Jesus calls
“Why will you longer stay
Afar from God and hope
On Sin's dark treach’rous way?
Come unto Me, no longer roam,
I am the way to heav’n and home.”
2.
Oh, hearken to His voice
So condescending, sweet,
There is a place of rest
For you at Jesus’ feet;
Oh, come and thou shalt pardon’d be,
This is your opportunity.
3.
Oh, Matchless love, He waits,
His voice is calling still
To save your precious soul,
It is His Holy will.
For you His Precious blood was shed.
He suffer’d in the sinner's stead.
4.
The door is open wide,
No hand can shut that door;
Make haste and enter now,
Oh come! we would implore,
Eternal glory thou shalt win,
His blood shall cleanse away your sin.
5.
O how shall you escape,
If you despise His grace?
Reject your Lord Divine,
And hide from Him your face;
If now you cast His love away,
How will you face the Judgment Day?
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ Sir A. Sullivan
meter→ 6, 6, 6, 6, 8, 8
tune→ Samuel
First line→ The voice of Jesus calls
392: The Voice of Jesus Call Me Now
1.
The voice of Jesus calls me now,
I fain would rise and go
To dwell with Him in perfect peace,
And His forgiveness know.
Chorus
I am coming, heavy laden,
Wearied and oppressed:
Oh, receive me, though unworthy,
To Thy promised rest.
2.
My troubled spirit knows no calm;
Why should I wander on,
And add to sorrow’s heavy load,
Until this life is gone?
3.
Abounding grace He has in store
To comfort, save and guide,
And pastures ever fresh and green
Where silent waters glide.
4.
Oh, come, I hear Him calling still,
In tender tones and sweet;
The rest that is eternal rest
Awaits thy wand’ring feet.
5.
I will arise and haste away,
This is the day of grace;
The Shepherd’s fold is near and I
May find a resting place.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ J H. Stockton
meter→ 8, 6, 8, 6, 8, 5, 8, 5
tune→ Stockton
First line→ The voice of Jesus calls me now,
Chorus→ I am coming, heavy laden,
393: The Voice of the Shepherd is Calling
1.
The voice of the Shepherd is calling for thee,
He offers thee riches untold:
Why wander alone o’er the mountains of sin?
There is rest, there is peace in the fold.
Chorus
There is rest, there is peace;
There is rest, there is peace in the fold.
2.
The pleasures of sin very soon pass away,
They last for a season, we’re told:
The gold of the Kingdom will never decay–
Will you come, will you come to the fold?
3.
The voice of the Shepherd is calling again,
Why perish with hunger and cold?
There’s bread and to spare, and no famine is there,
Enter in, enter in to the fold.
4.
The door is still open, He’s pleading once more,
Redeemed you have been not with gold;
The blood of the Lamb without blemish was shed
To secure you a place in the fold.
5.
Beware lest His Spirit should strive nevermore,
The door will be shut, we are told;
In vain you will knock– at your fear He will mock,
And reply, “There’s no room in the fold.”
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ P. P. Bliss
meter→ 11, 8, 11, 9, 6, 9
tune→ Ville Du Havre
First line→ The voice of the Shepherd is calling for thee,
Chorus→ There is rest, there is peace;
394: The Way Into the Holiest
1.
The way into the Holiest
Is open now to me;
When I approach in Jesus name,
My advocate I see.
The Lamb of God before the Throne
Is interceding for His own.
2.
My soul draws near and there, by faith,
I see His sprinkled blood
Proclaiming I have been redeemed,
Before a Holy God.
I have no plea but only this,
My Saviour’s blood and righteousness.
3.
Oh, can it be the price is paid,
The spotless Lamb was slain,
And perfected in Holiness,
I shall forever reign
With Him in God’s unclouded day
When former things have passed away.
4.
Then Oh my soul, be brave, be strong,
Your advocate above,
He ever lives, He cannot fail,
He pleads for you in love.
Hold fast and firm your confidence
And great shall be your recompense.
5.
The suff’rings of this present time
Are nothing to compare
With glory, the eternal weight,
I shall with Jesus share.
Oh, glorious prize when life is done!
To bear the image of His Son.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ W. A. Ogden
meter→ 8, 6, 8, 6, 8, 8
First line→ The way into the Holiest
395: The Way That Leads to Heaven Above
1.
The way that leads to Heav’n above
Is narrow, Jesus said.
’Tis only those who truly love God’s
Way therein will tread.
Chorus
God’s own way abides the same,
In every age and clime.
There is but one true saving name,
The name of Christ divine.
2.
The Lord Himself has traced the way,
His feet were bruised and torn,
Exalted high in heav’n today,
And crowns His Head adorn.
3.
That voice that called in accents clear
The men of Galilee,
“Come follow me and do not fear,”
Is calling you and me.
4.
Vain creeds of men are sure to fail,
False theories pass away,
Alone shall truth for men prevail
On that great judgment day.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ Ira D. Sankey
meter→ 8, 6, 9, 5, 7, 6, 8, 6
First line→ The way that leads to Heav’n above
Chorus→ God’s own way abides the same,
396: The Wheels of Time, Oh, Who Can Stay?
1.
The wheels of time, Oh, who can stay?
So stealthily they’re moving on.
They bear our days and years away.
Our term of life will soon be gone.
2.
The silent watches come and go,
Who can prevent the dawning day?
We fain would stay the morning glow,
That we might wrestle, wait and pray.
3.
They cannot stay those wheels of time,
Soon our allotted span will end.
God’s ways and workings are sublime,
His ways we own and will defend.
4.
Oh, teach us, Lord, to count our days,
Redeem them for eternity,
Apply our hearts to wisdom’s ways,
To die to self and live for Thee.
5.
The time is short, remember, Lord,
We wrestle with the powers of sin.
We plead Thy grace, Thy strength afford,
To combat foes without, within.
6.
We do not fear to suffer now,
If Thou wilt consolation give.
To all Thy Holy will we bow,
In Thee we move, In Thee we live.
7.
Why should we fear the chast’ning hand
Which proves Thy love and tenderness?
To bear Thine image when we stand
On that fair morn, will be our bliss.
8.
Those wheels of time, they never cease;
We cannot stay the Lord’s decree.
They bear us on to God and peace,
Our souls eternal destiny.
author→ Sam Jones
meter→ 8, 8, 8, 8 (L.M.)
First line→ The wheels of time, Oh, who can stay?
397: The World and All Its Mighty Force
1.
The world and all its mighty force
Have set the battle in array
To swallow up your time and strength,
Lest you should pray.
2.
All flesh is subtle and alert,
They never need a holiday,
So active to corrupt your heart,
Lest you should pray.
3.
The cruel hosts of sin deride,
The marshalled powers of hell gainsay,
United to pervert your mind,
Lest you should pray.
4.
God’s own elect, the hosts of heav’n
All with one mighty voice now say,
Jehovah reigns, the great “I AM.”
Rejoice and pray.
5.
Love paid the ransom with His blood,
Your soul is free: who can dismay?
He has all power in Heav’n and earth;
Cease not to pray.
6.
His sev’nfold Spirit intercedes,
Let this your fainting spirit say.
The Father, Son and Holy Ghost
Ask you to pray.
author→ Sam Jones
meter→ 8, 8, 8, 4
First line→ The world and all its mighty force
398: The World's Redeemer Came to Me
1.
The world’s Redeemer came to me,
He asked me if I would partake
His life divine, the gift of God,
And serve Him for His own name’s sake.
Chorus
His name as ointment is to me,
So fragrant, rare, from heav’n above,
His soul poured out for all mankind
The virgin heart must surely love.
2.
I thought upon my sinful ways,
And where my wayward feet would end.
How could I face the day of death,
The judgment day, without this friend?
3.
He came again, I heard His voice,
I then received Him as my own,
No condemnation now I fear,
His blood shall for my sins atone.
4.
In Jesus I have rest of soul,
The peace which He alone can give.
He is my refuge, shield and tower,
My dwelling place– in Him I live.
5.
My name and nature He has changed,
That I might bear His worthy name,
Be found of God in Him complete,
To stand before Him without blame.
6.
No separation now I fear;
His hands, His feet, His wounded side
Proclaim His never failing love;
For me He lived, for me He died.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ Wm. B. Bradbury
meter→ 8, 8, 8, 8, 8, 8, 8, 8 (L.M.D.)
tune→ Consolation
First line→ The world’s Redeemer came to me,
Chorus→ His name as ointment is to me,
399: There is a Place By Me
1.
There is a place by me,
My hand shall keep thee there,
And thou shalt know a Father’s love,
His constant tender care.
2.
There is a place by me,
A certain sure retreat,
Where thou shalt stand upon a rock,
And God shall keep thy feet.
3.
There is a place by me,
A hidden secret place,
Treasures of wisdom there are found,
Riches of truth and grace.
4.
There is a place by me,
Where nought can mar the soul
That hungers now for righteousness,
God shall that life control.
5.
There is a place by me
Of sweet and constant rest,
Where wearied, heavy laden hearts
Prove that my will is best.
6.
There is a place by me,
A shelter near my side,
Where life and fruitfulness abound
For those who will abide.
7.
There is a place by me,
Prepared by mine own hand,
Where I delight to dwell with those
Fulfilling my commands.
8.
There is a place by me,
Assured by love divine,
Made nigh by Christ’s own precious blood,
Where all my wealth is thine.
author→ Sam Jones
meter→ 6, 6, 8, 6 (S.M.)
First line→ There is a place by me,
400: There are Many Who Say
1.
There are many who say,
“Are there few that be saved?”
Unconcerned for their own precious life;
As the multitudes roam
In the darkness and gloom,
They are lost mid the din and the strife.
Chorus
One day too late, many will wait,
Stand knocking outside at the gate;
Jesus will say, “Depart ye away,
The door is now shut, it’s too late.”
2.
Do not linger or stay
On the world’s broad highway.
Do not wait for the many or few;
Leave the pathway of sin,
By the door enter in,
While the Spirit is striving with you.
3.
While He calls you, arise,
And no longer despise,
Do not trifle with Him, I implore;
See His heart yearns for you;
Say, oh, what will you do
If He leaves you outside of the door?
4.
There is coming a day
When the Master will say,
“Go! depart, ye are not of my flock;”
You will then weep and wail,
But no tears will avail,
It is useless then standing to knock.
5.
God’s reply now to you
Is to press your way through,
Strive to enter the gate that is strait;
There are many will strive,
When the door is fast shut,
It will then be forever too late.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ Wm. J. Kirkpatrick
meter→ 6, 6, 9, 6, 6, 9, 8, 8, 9, 8
tune→ Welcome for Me
First line→ There are many who say,
Chorus→ One day too late, many will wait,
401: The Way to God the Father's Heart
1.
The way to God the Father’s heart
Is found in Christ His Son;
All those who serve Him faithfully
Receive His glad, “Well done.”
2.
The truth that shall forever last,
Which came from heav’n above,
Is found alone in Him who is
The God of truth and love.
3.
The way, the truth and life of God
Is found in Him who came
To give eternal life to all
In God the Father’s name.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ T. A. Arne
meter→ 8, 6, 8, 6 (C.M.)
tune→ Arlington
First line→ The way to God the Father’s heart
402: There is a Way, a Narrow Way
1.
There is a way, a narrow way,
That leads to life above–
A way of peace and holiness,
Of purity and love.
Chorus
My yearning soul desires to find
This hidden path of bliss;
Lord, hear my prayer, and lead me in
The way of holiness.
2.
To find this way, this living way,
We must forego our sin:
God has declared the pure in heart
Alone can enter in.
3.
There is a way, a humble way,
A way of truth and grace–
The highway of God’s righteousness,
Where self can have no place.
4.
There is a way, a perfect way;
His chosen walk therein;
And they who share His suffering now
Eternal glory win.
5.
There is a way, a lowly way
Wherein His saints abide
And resurrection life receive,
As self is crucified.
6.
There is a way a sacred way,
A deep and hidden rest,
Where Jesus bids His weary ones
To lean upon His breast.
7.
My soul desires this chosen way
His worthy saints have trod,
Where self must die and all my life
Is hid with Christ in God.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ Sam Jones
meter→ 8, 6, 8, 6, 8, 6, 8, 6 (C.M.D.)
First line→ There is a way, a narrow way,
Chorus→ My yearning soul desires to find
403: There is no Friend Like Jesus In Earth
1.
There is no friend like Jesus
In earth, or heav’n above;
Unfailing, never changing,
His name and nature, love.
He left His home in glory
To die on Calvary;
I cannot help but love Him,
Because He first loved me.
2.
My soul was heavy burdened,
And sorrow filled my heart;
Sin’s fearful condemnation
My portion and my part.
The message came from heaven,
“I died your soul to free;”
I cannot help but love Him,
Because He first loved me.
3.
How great my consolation–
The Lamb of God has died;
In Him I am accepted,
Forgiven, sanctified.
I soon shall join the ransomed,
My Saviour I shall see;
I cannot help but love Him,
Because He first loved me.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ S. S. Wesley
meter→ 7, 6, 7, 6, 7, 6, 7, 6
tune→ Aurelia
First line→ There is no friend like Jesus In
404: There is no Friend Like Jesus, Whose
1.
There is no friend like Jesus,
Whose attribute is love,
No name so sweet and fragrant
In earth or heaven above.
He found me lost and wand’ring
Amid the desert wild,
He threw His arms around me
And claimed me as His child.
2.
He sealed me with His Spirit,
We nevermore can part,
The being of my being,
His home is in my heart.
“Because I live, ye shall live,”
What wondrous words divine,
Oh, sacred mystic union,
My Saviour’s life is mine.
3.
His love is everlasting,
And cannot cease to be,
Beyond all comprehending,
A vast immensity.
“Abide in me,” I hear Him,
And joyfully obey,
And he abides forever,
My life, my truth, my way.
4.
I ask and grace receiving,
His Holy will I do;
My confidence is strengthened,
I know His word is true.
I love His precious precepts,
His word is very pure,
And all His righteous judgments
For ever will endure.
5.
Made now an heir of heaven,
What mind can comprehend,
Its depth and breadth of meaning,
Our destiny and end.
The end is God and Jesus,
His beauty we shall see,
Conformed unto His image
For all eternity.
6.
If so be now we suffer,
Endure the toil and pain,
In highest heights of glory,
Together we shall reign.
Those deep and mystic wonders
Now fill my longing breast;
God’s Word cannot be broken–
On this I calmly rest.
7.
My soul is mute, adoring
All God’s mysterious ways;
My spirit bows in silence,
Unutterable praise.
And so I trust my Saviour,
He gently leads the way;
A little child, I follow
To realms of perfect day.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ S. S. Wesley
meter→ 7, 6, 7, 6, 7, 6, 7, 6
tune→ Aurelia
First line→ There is no friend like Jesus, Whose
405: There's a Path We All May Follow
1.
There’s a path we all may follow,
Leading on to endless joy,
To a treasure never failing
Moth or rust cannot destroy.
Chorus
Let me walk in the path
Which the feet of Jesus trod;
Every day, all the way,
In communion sweet with God.
2.
There’s a life– we all may live it–
That will bring eternal gain;
Those who suffer here with Jesus
Will forever with Him reign.
3.
There’s a privilege awaiting
Those whose hearts are good and true;
Bear the cross, the shame despising:
God will then delight in you.
4.
There’s a crown of brightest glory
Waiting for each faithful soul
Who has bravely walked the pathway
Leading to the heav’nly goal.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ W. H. Doane
meter→ 8, 7, 8, 7, 6, 7, 6, 7
tune→ Precious Name
about→ Tune is HON 1987 #157, with some harmony alterations. While Wilfred's version does not have chorus echoes, the music he used is suitable for echoes. I have added them.
First line→ There’s a path we all may follow,
Chorus→ Let me walk in the path
406: There's a Resting Place
1.
There’s a resting place at the throne of grace
Where we all may intercede.
And His mercy claim in the Saviour’s name;
There is grace for every need.
Chorus
We are waiting, Waiting at Thy feet,
Father, hear our cry, we pray;
We are waiting, waiting in our weakness, Lord.
Perfect Thou Thy strength today.
2.
Oh, how much we’ve lost and been tempest tossed,
Failing, Lord to seek Thy face.
We have not prevailed but in weakness failed,
When we missed the secret place.
3.
Clothe us with Thy power in this hallowed hour,
Waiting at the mercy seat.
For Thyself make room, let Thy zeal consume
All our heart and lives complete.
4.
When we climb the mount we His glory see,
Far above the human plane.
From the world apart, speaking heart to heart,
We the Master’s image gain.
5.
To the place of rest for the soul oppressed,
Let us boldly come today.
He will calm our fears and our spirits cheer,
He will teach us how to pray.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ W. H. Doane
meter→ 10, 7, 10, 7, 9, 7, 11, 7
First line→ There’s a resting place at the throne of grace
Chorus→ We are waiting, Waiting at Thy feet,
407: There's Nothing Now Can Separate
1.
There’s nothing now can separate
My soul from Him I love,
The power that binds and makes us one
Is given from above.
Chorus
O Love divine how great Thy power
To sanctify and free,
And seal upon Thy sacred heart
My heart eternally.
2.
O Spirit of the living God,
Descend and fill my heart,
Betrothed to Thee in faithfulness,
We never more shall part.
3.
My heart is fixed immovable,
Nor can it ever be
Divorced or separated from
The one who died for me.
4.
He bears my name upon His hands
Before His Father’s Throne,
The blood of sprinkling there proclaims
That I am now His own.
author→ Sam Jones
meter→ 8, 6, 8, 6, 8, 6, 8, 6 (C.M.D.)
First line→ There’s nothing now can separate
Chorus→ O Love divine how great Thy power
408: There's Nought But Christ and Christ Alone
1.
There’s nought but Christ and Christ alone
Can satisfy my longing heart.
To gain His favour love and grace,
From all things, willingly I part.
Chorus
One heart, one spirit, mind and will
With Him who reigns in light above:
We walk together and agree,
The bond which binds– undying love.
2.
How vain and empty everything
But Jesus and His righteousness.
My heart yearns for His sanctity,
And nought can satisfy but this.
3.
Oh, Holy Spirit from on high,
Descend and search my inmost soul.
All hardness and iniquity
Remove, that Christ may own the whole.
4.
Purge out the temple Thou hast made,
Oh, come in all Thy purity,
Apply Thy own all cleansing blood,
Unite and make me one with Thee.
5.
All that I am, my being, Lord,
I unreservedly resign
To Thee and Thine all conquering love,
My will forever lost in Thine.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ Sam Jones
meter→ 8, 8, 8, 8, 8, 8, 8, 8 (L.M.D.)
First line→ There’s nought but Christ and Christ alone
Chorus→ One heart, one spirit mind and will
409: Think of Christ, the World’s Redeemer,
1.
Think of Christ, the world’s Redeemer,
How He suffered on the tree.
From His wounds the life blood flowing
For your sins: oh, can it be?
He who knew no sin must suffer,
Sin’s appalling debt to pay;
Pouring out His soul and off’ring,
Purging all your sins away.
2.
How exceeding great His sorrow,
In His fearful agony,
Bruised and bleeding, see Him drinking
God’s most awful wrath for thee.
Strengthened by the Holy angel,
Wrath in love is swallowed up,
Love omnipotent has conquered
Death and hell in that dread cup.
3.
Think of all His pain and anguish,
Hanging on the tree of shame,
Bearing all your sins He suffered,
Took your place and bore the blame.
Numbered with transgressors, dying,
It is finished, all is done,
Sin is put away forever.
God accepts you in His Son.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ Asa Hull
meter→ 8, 7, 8, 7, 8, 7, 8, 7
tune→ All for Jesus
First line→ Think of Christ, the world’s Redeemer,
410: This is the Resurrection Life
1.
This is the resurrection life,
The Christ of God within
Subduing self, the carnal mind,
Destroying inbred sin.
2.
The resurrection and the life
Is Jesus in the heart– His life,
His Spirit, mind and will
Controlling every part.
3.
Oh, give me grace to labour now,
Press onward to attain
The resurrection from the dead,
Where Christ alone shall reign.
4.
I long to gain the highest prize,
The mind of God’s own Son,
That He may finish and complete
The work of grace begun.
5.
Oh, manifest Thy Son in me,
All Satan’s power destroy;
So shall Thine own almighty power
My ransomed powers employ.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ Cuthbert Howard
meter→ 8, 6, 8, 6 (C.M.)
tune→ Lloyd
First line→ This is the resurrection life,
411: This is Your Opportunity
1.
This is your opportunity,
Oh, do not be dismayed–
To sacrifice for Jesus’ sake
Faint not, be not afraid.
2.
This is your opportunity
To prove your utmost love,
By freely sacrificing self
For higher things above.
3.
This is your opportunity
To prove His love and grace,
To speed your feet and keep you sure
And steady in the race.
4.
This is your opportunity
To walk where Jesus trod;
He sacrificed His life that you
Might know the love of God.
5.
This is your opportunity,
Though tempted sore and tried;
God says– you shall awake to bear
His likeness satisfied.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ Alexander R. Reinagle (altered)
meter→ 8, 6, 8, 6 (C.M.)
tune→ St. Peter
First line→ This is your opportunity,
412: Thou Very God of Peace
1.
Thou very God of peace,
Oh, hearken to my cry.
My very inward being fill
And wholly sanctify.
2.
I sigh and long to know
Thy rest and purity.
Then shall Thy peace and righteousness
My only portion be.
3.
I rest my soul on Thee,
I cast on Thee my care.
The burdens of my weary heart,
That which I cannot bear.
4.
Thou very God of peace,
Surrender all my will.
In Thee I can with confidence
Rest satisfied and still.
5.
Thou very God of peace,
Let Thine own sanctity
Preserve my spirit, body, soul,
And make me one with Thee.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ Henry J. Gauntlett
meter→ 6, 6, 8, 6 (S.M.)
tune→ St. George
First line→ Thou very God of peace,
413: Those Sons of Fire Who in His Presence
1.
Those Sons of Fire who in His presence wait,
They stand above His great eternal Throne,
His glory veils their holy ministry,
Their glory is to serve by love alone.
2.
Ten thousand times ten thousand honours wait
The hearts who serve by love divine made pure.
Oh, blessed service and forever blest,
Their Joy and Crown immortal shall endure.
3.
With my whole being earnestly I seek,
A heart to love and serve Thee worthily,
That I may prove my gratitude to Him
Who came in love to give Himself for me.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ Wm. H. Monk
meter→ 10, 10, 10, 10
tune→ Eventide
First line→ Those Sons of Fire who in His presence wait,
414: Thou Hast Been My Help, Lord Jesus
1.
Thou hast been my help, Lord Jesus,
Leave, oh, leave me not I pray;
Fiercer grows the conflict daily,
And I need Thee all the way.
Chorus
Leave me not, leave me not;
Precious Saviour leave me not;
Enemies and foes surround me,
In Thy mercy leave me not.
2.
Oh forsake me not, my Saviour,
Weak and wav’ring though I be;
Everlasting strength is promised
Unto those who trust in Thee.
3.
Put me not away in anger,
Thou hast been my hope and stay;
Cause Thy face to shine upon me,
Suffer not my feet to stray.
4.
Saviour, in the time of trouble,
Hide me in the secret place;
Keep me evermore rejoicing
In Thy righteousness and grace.
author→ Sam Jones
meter→ 8, 7, 8, 7, 6, 7, 8, 7
First line→ Thou hast been my help, Lord Jesus,
Chorus→ Leave me not, leave me not;
415: Though God's Choicest Gifts are Sufferings
1.
Though God’s choicest gifts are suff’rings,
All sufficient is His grace.
In the furnace of affliction,
Love and mercy you can trace.
2.
In great faithfulness and mercy,
God has chosen this for you,
Just and pure His will and motive,
Keep this always in your view.
3.
Let Him work in you His pleasure,
Do not ask the reason why,
Question not the highest wisdom,
Though the tears may dim your eyes.
4.
Make His choice and will the measure
Of your love and loyalty,
Lose your choice and will forever
In His choice and will for thee.
5.
Unto you this choice is given,
Higher honour could not be,
Called of God to bear the image
Of His Son eternally.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ J. B. Dykes
meter→ 8, 7, 8, 7
tune→ St. Oswald or St. Ambrose
First line→ Though God’s choicest gifts are suff’rings,
416: Thy Bleeding Feet, Lord Jesus, I Will Follow
1.
Thy bleeding feet, Lord Jesus, I will follow,
All rough and thorny though the path may be,
And desert stretches now may lie before me,
Entreat me not to leave Thee, I will follow Thee.
Chorus
Lord, I yield my all,
Gladly at Thy call,
Thine evermore to be,
My heart shall cleave to Thee.
2.
For where Thou goest, I will follow after,
And where Thou lodgest, I will lodge with Thee;
Affliction with Thy people I have chosen,
Entreat me not to leave Thee, I will follow Thee.
3.
The God of heaven now will fight my battle,
What need I fear? There’s grace enough for me;
Though joy and sorrow now may be my portion,
Entreat me not to leave Thee, I will follow Thee.
4.
Entreat me not, Thou lowly Man of Sorrows,
I cannot now return from following Thee;
My heart is won, mine eyes have seen Thy beauty;
Death cannot separate us, I will follow Thee.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ Mrs C. Booth-Clibborn
meter→ 11, 10, 11, 12, 5, 5, 6, 6
First line→ Thy bleeding feet, Lord Jesus, I will follow,
Chorus→ Lord, I yield my all,
417: Thy Choice, Oh God, Shall be My Choice
1.
Thy choice, O God, shall be my choice,
Thy Holy will shall be my will,
And in Thy grace I shall rejoice
Thine own good pleasure to fulfill.
Chorus
My longing soul still sighs and mourns
For closer fellowship with Thee,
The yearning in my heart still burns
For holiness and purity.
2.
In Thee, O Lord, my soul shall boast,
When Thou hast set Thy servant free,
Enjoying to the uttermost
All that my Saviour bought for me.
3.
O Saviour, on Thy breast alone
With confidence my soul shall rest.
Tempestuous breakers sigh and moan
But must submit to Thy behest.
4.
Thy name shall be my shield and power,
Where sin’s tempestuous storms must cease.
Safe, sheltered from the tempter’s power,
In quietness I rest in peace.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ Geo. C. Stebbins
meter→ 8, 8, 8, 8, 8, 8, 8, 8 (L.M.D.)
First line→ Thy choice, O God, shall be my choice,
Chorus→ My longing soul still sighs and mourns
418: Thy Vows are Binding, Lord. on Me
1.
Thy vows are binding, Lord, on me,
My heart is purposed, I will be
A living sacrifice for Thee–
I cannot now go back.
Chorus
I cannot now go back,
I cannot now go back;
Thou, Lord, hast heard the vows I made–
I cannot now go back.
2.
I follow at my Saviour’s call,
My first and best, I yield it all,
And give my talents great or small–
I cannot now go back.
3.
I long to live for Him alone,
My life is His, my heart His throne,
Why should I rob Him of His own?–
I cannot now go back.
4.
I forward press to gain the prize,
Strong in the grace my Lord supplies,
Though daily I must sacrifice–
I cannot now go back.
5.
His love eternal, strong and true,
Will lead me on His will to do
And keep me all the journey through,–
I cannot now go back.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ Mrs C. Booth--Clibborn
meter→ 8, 8, 8, 6, 6, 6, 8, 6
First line→ Thy vows are binding, Lord, on me,
Chorus→ I cannot now go back,
419: Thy Watchmen Cease Not Day Nor Night
1.
Thy watchmen cease not day nor night,
But unto Thee, O Lord, they cry;
Their prayers and sighs prevent Thy wrath
While prostrate at Thy feet they lie,
With weeping sore their eyes are dim,
Until Thou bless Jerusalem.
2.
Inspired by love they cannot rest,
Rememb’ring all Thy grief and pain,
To ransom souls with Thine own blood
They feel thine agonies again,
Unceasingly they intercede,
Bless Thou Jerusalem indeed.
3.
Lord, set Thy watchmen on the walls,
And may they never hold their peace,
But plead Thy gracious promises
With fervent prayers which will not cease,
Till heaven is moved in Jesus’ name,
And peace reigns in Jerusalem.
4.
Ye watchmen pleading night and day,
Faint not– His Word shall never fail,
God will avenge you speedily
Pray always, thou shalt sure prevail;
Have faith in God, remember Him
Who lives to bless Jerusalem.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ E. Hemt
meter→ 8, 8, 8, 8, 8, 8
tune→ Stella
First line→ Thy watchmen cease not day nor night,
420: Thy Precious Word is Very Pure,
1.
Thy precious Word is very pure,
Thy servant loves it well,
The deep soul rest and peace it brings,
No human tongue can tell.
2.
The law of sin and death is strong,
But Christ the light and life
Dwells in my heart, imparting strength
To choose the good and right.
3.
I fear the subtle power of sin,
And dread the tempter’s snare,
But Jesus lives, He bids me trust
His constant love and care.
4.
Self love, that dang’rous subtle foe,
Would lure my soul astray.
Passion and vain desire unite
To draw me from the way.
5.
Self always shrinks from tasting death
And burns to gratify
The human heart’s unholy lust,
Which Jesus said must die.
6.
Though trials be my daily lot,
His faithful Word is sure,
No test will be applied beyond
That which I may endure.
7.
In mercy Lord, Thy grace impart.
My mind and will employ
To journey on at Thy command,
And Amalek destroy.
8.
The Lord requires the best I have,
He gave His best for me.
How vast His love and sacrifice,
My captive soul set free.
9.
I will commit my life to Him
Who intercedes with God,
And seek with patience to pursue
The path my Saviour trod.
10.
In meekness prove His burden light,
How sweet His yoke may be;
To hearts subdued and clothed upon
With His humility.
11.
His righteousness shall fill my breast,
His thoughts possess my mind,
As forward to the mark I press,
Forgetting things behind.
12.
I have an unction from on high,
To counsel, teach and guide,
The Spirit of the living God,
Lest I should turn aside.
13.
Nought I possess, all fulness dwells
In Thee, my faithful friend;
Give me a steadfast perfect heart,
To serve Thee to the end.
14.
Press on, my soul, with strength renewed,
The time will not be long
When I shall lay my armour down,
And join the blood washed throng.
15.
Who gladly do His holy will,
And sing His worthy praise,
They see His face in righteousness
Throughout eternal days.
author→ Sam Jones
meter→ 8, 6, 8, 6 (C.M.)
First line→ Thy precious Word is very pure,
421: Thy Kingdom Come, Thy Will Be Done
1.
Thy Kingdom come, Thy will be done,
Lord, from my inmost heart I pray,
The King of Peace and righteousness
Shall reign and rule in me alway.
2.
My carnal mind, which would oppose
God’s righteous just and holy reign,
Must be subservient to Him,
My vile affections must be slain.
3.
Where Jesus dwells the Prince of Peace,
His standard raised is holiness,
In my deep poverty and need,
He is my life and godliness.
4.
Mine enemies He shall subdue
And bring them low beneath His feet,
O’er my whole being reign supreme,
Till I am found in Him complete.
5.
His grace triumphant shall prevail,
Shall have dominion over me,
Love, praise and peace my rich reward,
Both now and everlastingly.
author→ Sam Jones
meter→ 8, 8, 8, 8 (L.M.)
First line→ Thy Kingdom come, Thy will be done,
422: Time is Passing, Oh! So Quickly
1.
Time is passing, Oh! so quickly,
Days and years glide swiftly by;
Make the most of every moment,
For thou very soon must die.
Life’s short span will soon be over,
Never to return again;
Do not spend thy noble powers
On earth’s worthless treasure vain.
Chorus
Buy the gold undimmed, unchanging,
Buy the spotless raiment white;
Rich and clothed, with eyes anointed,
Daily walk in God’s pure light.
2.
Time is ever speeding onward,
Naught can stay its rapid flight;
Soon the shadows slowly creeping
Shall proclaim the coming night.
Oh, arise, be up and doing,
Labour now while it is day,
Seeking those eternal riches
Moth and rust cannot decay.
3.
God is anxious to conform thee
To the image of His Son;
Fear lest thou shouldst grieve His Spirit,
Mar the work He has begun.
God’s own precious truth is Jesus,
Sit in silence at His feet,
Learn of Him, the meek and lowly
Then thy soul rest shall be sweet.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ C. D. Tillman
meter→ 8, 7, 8, 7, 8, 7, 8, 7, 8, 7, 8, 7
First line→ Time is passing, Oh! so quickly,
Chorus→ Buy the gold undimmed, unchanging,
423: ’Tis Thine Alone, O God of Truth
1.
’Tis Thine alone, O God of truth,
To keep me, lest I should
Dishonour Him who washed me from
My sins in His own blood.
2.
’Tis Thou alone must work and will,
And henceforth be my guide;
Keep me submissive and resigned
To Thee what e’er betide.
3.
’Tis Thine to speak the living word
And quicken all my powers,
Dispel the darkness and the night,
And brighten all the hours.
4.
Oh, may Thy radiant beams around
My path still daily shine,
Let Thy great love subdue my heart
And make me wholly Thine.
5.
I could not live apart from Thee,
Thou Light of all my days,
And while eternal ages roll,
My heart shall sing Thy praise.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ Carl Gläser (Arr. Lowell Mason)
meter→ 8, 6, 8, 6 (C.M.)
tune→ Azmon
First line→ ’Tis Thine alone, O God of truth,
424: To Calvary Your Lord Was Led
1.
To Calvary your Lord was led,
With cruel thorns they crowned His head.
In agony of soul He bled,
No murm’ring words He ever said.
Chorus
Awake, awake, oh soul, arise,
Behold your Saviour’s sacrifice,
In ling’ring pain for you He dies;
Such depth of love can you despise?
2.
Oh think what sacrifice He made,
The world’s transgressions on Him laid.
They mocked and scorned Him as he prayed,
Alone He entered death’s dark shade.
3.
In travail sore His soul was tried,
He saw your need, was satisfied.
By wicked hands was crucified,
He bowed His sacred head and died.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ Elizabeth Pate
meter→ 8, 8, 8, 8, 8, 8, 8, 8 (L.M.D.)
First line→ To Calvary your Lord was led,
Chorus→ Awake, awake, oh soul, arise,
425: Today is Mine, Tomorrow May Not Be
1.
Today is mine, tomorrow may not be.
How brief this life, how long eternity;
Swiftly and sure the sands of time will run,
Finished earth’s day, eternity begun.
2.
The joys of earth, how soon they fade and die;
In vain we seek our souls to satisfy,
We sue for peace, and finding nought but pain,
Mirth takes its flight, ’tis but remorse we gain.
3.
Our only source of peace is Christ alone,
Dwelling within our hearts upon the throne
To reign as King, His righteous sceptre sway.
“Thy will be done,” then, from our hearts we say.
4.
Today is mine to do His righteous will
And self deny, His purpose to fulfill.
Today is mine to find this source of rest.
Doing His will we prove His will is best.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ Maori Melody (arr. J. E. Orr)
meter→ 10, 10, 10, 10
tune→ Maori
First line→ Today is mine, tomorrow may not be.
426: To Humbly Bow Low in the Dust
1.
To humbly bow low in the dust
Is surely meet for me,
This is my only ground for hope,
And my expectancy.
2.
Since Jesus took the lowest room,
Served in the lowest place,
’Tis there in fellowship with Him,
My soul shall grow in grace.
3.
While there alone with Him I can
Myself deny, abase,
As I behold His lowliness,
The glory in His face.
4.
“You ought to do as I have done,”
I hear Him kindly say,
My soul is moved, my heart is stirred
To hearken and obey.
5.
Oh Saviour, let Thy love divine
Dwell in my inmost soul,
That I may serve as Thou hast served,
And let Thy mind control.
author→ Sam Jones
meter→ 8, 6, 8, 6 (C.M.)
First line→ To humbly bow low in the dust
427: Trust For Strength to Bear the Burden
1.
Trust for strength to bear the burden,
Faint not ’neath His chast’ning hand.
He would have you bear His image
When before Him you shall stand.
2.
In those times when sore oppression
Bind and hold your spirit down,
Comfortless He will not leave you,
Trust: and peace shall be your crown.
3.
Perfect peace, how great the promise!
God’s own word immutable
Shall not fail, cannot be broken.
Every word He shall fulfil.
4.
Perfect peace, how great a treasure,
’Mid the world’s unrest and strife!
Let His peace, your heart possessing,
Be your portion in this life.
5.
Trusting in the Lord for ever,
Trusting while He lendeth breath–
He is always true and faithful–
Be thou faithful unto death.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ J. B. Dykes
meter→ 8, 7, 8, 7
tune→ St. Oswald or St. Ambrose
First line→ Trust for strength to bear the burden,
428: Walking in the Spirit With My Saviour
1.
Walking in the Spirit
With my Saviour and my King,
Nothing to condemn me,
I will journey on and sing
Unto Him who loved me
And redeemed my soul from sin,
Heaven to me is opened,
By His blood I enter in.
2.
Now made nigh by Jesus
In the new and living way,
Humbly at the Throne of grace
I daily wait and pray,
All my heart’s deep longings,
He doth fully satisfy,
This my soul’s deep comfort
That my Lord is ever nigh.
3.
Sometimes clouds and darkness
Hide the shining of His face.
Nothing can alarm me,
For I trust those words of grace,
“I will never leave thee,”
Precious words of truth divine,
“Never will forsake thee,
I’ve redeemed thee, thou art mine.”
4.
Self would often hinder,
But I flee from self to Him.
Jesus is my light and life,
No power this truth can dim,
He is my hope and refuge,
The anchor of my soul,
Certain, sure forever,
While the countless ages roll.
5.
Inward tribulation,
Care and toil and outward strife
Are the things pertaining
To this humble pilgrim life.
Those manifold temptations
Our faith and love will try,
The furnace of affliction
Our gold will purify.
6.
Touched with my infirmities,
He ever lives to plead,
Saving to the uttermost,
Supplying all my need,
Living for the Kingdom
Which no power can overthrow,
I’ll prove Him all sufficient,
The journey here below.
7.
When this life is over
I shall see Him face to face,
I will bear His image
When I reach that Holy place,
God’s eternal purpose
Is to make me like His Son,
Finish and complete in me
The work He has begun.
author→ Sam Jones
meter→ 6, 7, 6, 7, 6, 7, 6, 7
First line→ Walking in the Spirit
429: Wanderer, Stop and Hearken!
1.
Wand’rer, stop and hearken,
Hear what God would say,
Listen to His message;
Gladly now obey.
Rest and peace He offers
In this world of strife;
Come while He is waiting,
He will give you life.
Chorus
Will you now receive Him,
Give Him full control?
Let Him have the lordship
Of your heart and soul.
2.
Drifting, no sure anchor,
No strong arm to save,
Rocks and shoals lie hidden
’Neath the restless wave.
Let the heav’nly Pilot
Guide you o’er life’s main,
Then His home eternal
You will surely gain.
3.
Flee to Him for refuge
Do not be afraid;
Christ is the foundation
God Himself has laid.
Listen to His counsel,
God’s own word is plain,
Those who reach His kingdom
Must be born again.
4.
Vital is the question,
You must now decide,
Will you let the Saviour
Be your friend and guide?
From the Father’s bosom
To the cross of shame,
For your soul’s redemption
Christ the Saviour came.
author→ Sam Jones
meter→ 6, 5, 6, 5, 6, 5, 6, 5, 6, 5, 6, 5
First line→ Wand’rer, stop and hearken,
Chorus→ Will you now receive Him,
430: We Hope in Thy Great Mercy, Lord
1.
We hope in Thy great mercy, Lord,
Thy precious blood our only plea,
Be Thou our Pilot, guard and guide,
While passing o’er life’s troubled sea.
Chorus
We hear the Saviour’s welcome voice,
Across life’s restless surging sea,
“I live to save, do thou commit
The keeping of your souls to me.”
2.
Our prayers and praise to Thee ascend,
Be Thou the guardian of our soul,
And save us from the tempter’s power,
While sins dark billows round us roll.
3.
Amid the winds of fierce desire,
And rocks and shoals that hidden lie,
Oh, let us see Thy guiding hand,
Until the storms of life pass by.
4.
Thy hand is sure, Oh, lead and keep
The souls that trust alone in Thee,
Be Thou our shelter from the storm,
Our refuge and security.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ B. D. Ackley
meter→ 8, 8, 8, 8, 8, 8, 8, 8 (L.M.D.)
First line→ We hope in Thy great mercy, Lord,
Chorus→ We hear the Saviour’s welcome voice,
431: Walking Each Day in the Footsteps of Jesus
1.
Walking each day in the footsteps of Jesus,
Losing our life for His sake we shall gain
Life everlasting and riches unfading,
Death cannot hold us, with Him we shall reign.
Chorus
He will remember, He will remember,
Those who have borne His rejection and shame,
Sown in our weakness but raised up in power,
Free and unfettered with Jesus to reign.
2.
Walking the way though it leads to the garden
Where He in agony earnestly prayed,
Pleading, a stone’s throw ahead of the others,
God sent an angel who came to His aid.
3.
Walking the way though to Calvary leading,
Where on the cross He in shame passed away,
“Father forgive them,” He prayed while they mocked Him,
Darkness obscuring the light of the day.
4.
Death could not hold Him, the true, faithful witness,
Broken its power, from the grave He arose,
Saviour and Prince now exalted in Glory,
Coming in power He will conquer His foes.
5.
Death will not hold those who die with Him daily,
Life which is endless their portion will be,
They shall have part in the first resurrection,
Reigning with Jesus unfettered and free.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ Charles H. Marsh
meter→ 11, 10, 11, 10, 10, 10, 11, 10
tune→ Chapman
First line→ Walking each day in the footsteps of Jesus,
Chorus→ He will remember, He will remember,
432: We Must Either Pray or Perish
1.
We must either pray or perish,
Seek the face of God alone,
Falling down in spirit worship
Him who reigns upon the throne,
In the temple of your heart
Nevermore from Him depart.
2.
We must either pray or perish,
Let the Lamb of God prevail
Over all your ransomed being
Reign supreme, He shall not fail;
All your powers for Him employ,
Satan’s power He will destroy.
3.
We must either pray or perish,
Let the Prince of Life control;
He will sanctify you wholly–
All your spirit, body, soul.
God is faithful, always true,
He has promised– He will do.
4.
Pray, Oh pray– you need not perish;
See your Saviour’s sprinkled blood
Speaking never can be silenced,
There before the throne of God.
Precious truth no power can dim,
God accepts us now in Him.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ Dr Lowell Mason
meter→ 8, 7, 8, 7, 7, 7
tune→ Ottawa
First line→ We must either pray or perish,
433: We Have Found the Way of Life
1.
We have found the way of life,
It has banished gloom and strife,
And in sweetest melody our spirits sing,
We were lost in sin and shame,
When the lowly Saviour came,
He has won our hearts and we have made Him King.
Chorus
Let us sing of His love,
Matchless love and tender mercy by the way,
Self and Satan’s host oppose,
This our Lord and Master knows,
And He daily gives us grace to watch and pray.
2.
Bringing life and liberty,
He has let the captives free
From the law of sin and death which had them bound,
Now we seek the better land,
Guided by a Father’s hand,
While our feet are treading now on holy ground.
3.
Often friends would bid us stay,
But His voice we will obey,
For the King in all His beauty we shall see,
Though ungodly men despise,
We will seek to win the prize,
And our Master’s image bear eternally.
4.
Trials painful and severe
Are our daily portion here,
But He will not prove us more than we can bear,
In the furnace, we are told,
They refine the precious gold,
And the chast’nings prove a Father’s love and care.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ Charles A. Tindley
meter→ 7, 7, 11, 7, 7, 11, 6, 11, 7, 7, 11
tune→ Leave It There
First line→ We have found the way of life,
Chorus→ Let us sing of His love,
434: We Love the Perfect Way of God
1.
We love the perfect way of God,
The lowly path the Saviour trod;
Pilgrims and strangers here we roam,
We’re trav’lling on to God and home.
Chorus
In Jesus we have found the way
Which leads to God and endless day;
While here on earth He lends us breath,
We will be true, be true till death.
2.
We hear His voice and bless the hand
That leads us through the desert land;
We know the end is fair and sweet
Where we shall rest our weary feet.
3.
Our God is merciful and kind,
He found us lost in sin and blind,
And gently led us to the light,
Our song shall praise Him day and night.
4.
His arm is strong, we do not fear
Though Satan’s host is ever near,
He will protect us and defend,
And keep us faithful to the end.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ James M. Black
meter→ 8, 8, 8, 8, 8, 8, 8, 8 (L.M.D.)
tune→ Truest Friend (altered)
First line→ We love the perfect way of God,
Chorus→ In Jesus we have found the way
435: We Must Be Diligent and Wise
1.
We must be diligent and wise,
And daily seek the face of God,
Then hearken and obey His voice,
So many voices are abroad.
All seeking to subvert the soul,
Lest God Himself should have control.
2.
Oh, hearken and consider well,
Incline your ear and God will speak,
Forget thyself, thy father’s house,
And God with great desire will seek
To clothe you in His righteousness,
The beauty of His holiness .
3.
God longs to set His people free,
His great desire that all may win
The mind of Christ, that they may be,
All pure, all glorious within,
Clothed in those garments wrought in gold,
The King His image shall behold.
4.
Keep pressing on toward the mark,
Seek by His grace the highest prize,
God cannot bear deformity,
His soul their image will despise,
God loves, delights to look upon,
The beauteous image of His Son.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ Edwin Barnes
meter→ 8, 8, 8, 8, 8, 8
tune→ Morton
First line→ We must be diligent and wise,
436: We Shall Meet Again in Glory
1.
We shall meet again in Glory,
On that fair and happy shore;
There with Jesus and the ransomed,
We shall meet and part no more.
Chorus
Gathered home to be with Jesus,
Toil and tribulation o’er;
Ransomed by His blood most precious,
Safe with Him for evermore.
2.
No more sorrow in that city,
Where our loved ones now have gone
We shall meet them in the morning,
Soon our day of rest will dawn.
3.
Here on earth a while to labour,
For the Master whom we love;
Soon the rest and joy eternal,
We shall share with Him above.
4.
When the conflict here is over,
In that bright and better land,
We shall meet our friends in Jesus,
Gathered home at God’s right hand.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ Charles C. Converse
meter→ 8, 7, 8, 7, 8, 7, 8, 7
tune→ Converse
First line→ We shall meet again in Glory,
Chorus→ Gathered home to be with Jesus,
437: We Thank Thee for an Open Door
1.
We thank thee for an open door,
Into the Holiest of all.
We will hold fast and waver not
As on the Lord our God we call.
Chorus
That door was opened wide for us
By Him, who intercedes on high.
He paid our ransom with His blood
And in His name we now draw nigh.
2.
God’s only Son from Heav’n above
Came down to purge away our sin,
And now, into the Holiest
By His own blood we enter in.
3.
We have indeed a great High Priest,
This certain truth no power can dim,
He saves unto the uttermost
All those who come to God by Him.
4.
In mercy, Lord, increase our faith,
On thy sure word we now depend;
We will hold fast our confidence
In love, enduring to the end.
author→ Sam Jones
meter→ 8, 8, 8, 8, 8, 8, 8, 8 (L.M.D.)
First line→ We thank thee for an open door,
Chorus→ That door was opened wide for us
438: We Seek Thy Face Our Father, God
1.
We seek Thy face our Father, God,
Through Jesus’ precious blood made nigh.
Oh! let thine ear attentive be,
Bow down and hear our heartfelt cry.
To hear Thy voice and see Thy face,
Humbly we wait at the throne of grace.
To hear Thy voice and see Thy face,
Humbly we wait at the throne of grace.
2.
Our contrite hearts, subdued and meek,
An off’ring we present to Thee;
Refine and cleanse and purify,
From all defilement set us free.
Thy word declares Thee faithful, just–
This is our plea, for in Thee we trust.
Thy word declares Thee faithful, just–
This is our plea, for in Thee we trust.
3.
Oh! Holy Spirit, intercede
Before our Father’s throne above;
And fill our hearts with fervent zeal,
With pure and perfect, changeless love.
Our longing souls are thirsting still,
Yearning to know and obey Thy will.
Our longing souls are thirsting still,
Yearning to know and obey Thy will.
4.
Thou art our shield and hiding place,
Our only source and fount of life;
We tremble sore and seek Thine aid
For grace to conquer in the strife,
Thy strength in weakness now make strong,
Turning our mourning into song.
Thy strength in weakness now make strong,
Turning our mourning into song.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ Theodore E. Perkins
meter→ 8, 8, 8, 8, 8, 9, 8, 9
tune→ Nazareth
First line→ We seek Thy face our Father, God,
439: With Heart Resigned and Will Subdued
1.
With heart resigned and will subdued
I sit at Jesus’ feet:
He is my law, my life, my all,
In Him I am complete.
2.
In all humility I learn
His gracious holy will;
I hearken and obey His voice,
Submissive, pliant, still.
3.
The law of sin and death would rise
To draw me from this rest,
But held in His almighty arms
I lean upon His breast.
4.
The law of Christ within my heart
Is strong to keep me free:
Obedience to the mind of Christ
Brings inward purity.
5.
The pure in heart shall see His face;
He is their hope and joy:
How sweet the tranquil rest He gives,
And peace without alloy.
6.
The voice of God, so still and sweet,
Speaks to my inmost soul:
I will obey, and Christ shall have
Dominion and control.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ Arr. T. Ravenscroft
meter→ 8, 6, 8, 6 (C.M.)
tune→ Dundee
First line→ With heart resigned and will subdued
440: What Have You Done for Jesus
1.
What have you done for Jesus?
Great was His love for thee,
Yielding His life a ransom
That you might pardoned be.
Chorus
What have you done for Jesus?
What have you done today?
Time is so swiftly and surely
Passing forever away.
2.
What have you done for Jesus?
Think of His love so true.
Smitten of God He suffered,
Poured out His life for you.
3.
What have you done for Jesus?
When there was none to save,
No eye to pity sinners,
His Holy life He gave.
4.
What have you done for Jesus?
Great was His sacrifice,
Led as a lamb to slaughter.
Can you such love despise?
5.
What have you done for Jesus?
Think of His agony,
Bitter the cup of sorrow,
In lone Gethsemane.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ Sam Jones
meter→ 7, 6, 7, 6, 7, 6, 8, 7
First line→ What have you done for Jesus?
Chorus→ What have you done for Jesus?
441: When Jesus Comes With His Saints
1.
When Jesus comes with His saints and servants,
He will take His power and reign;
Those who have laid down their lives in service,
He will raise them up again.
Chorus
Gladly then spend and be spent for Jesus,
He will surely come again,
Bringing His faithful and chosen servants
With Him, with Him on the earth to reign.
2.
There shall be two in the same field lab’ring,
Two shall at the same mill grind,
One shall be taken to reign with Jesus,
And the other left behind.
3.
Blessed and Holy are those who laboured,
Dying with Him hour by hour,
They shall rise first in the resurrection.
Death to them has lost its power.
4.
Will you be found then among the faithful,
Coming with the risen King?
Those undefiled by the worldly system
With Him will the new song sing.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ W. H. Doane
meter→ 10, 7, 10, 7, 10, 7, 10, 9
First line→ When Jesus comes with His saints and servants,
Chorus→ Gladly then spend and be spent for Jesus,
442: We're Trusting in the Living God
1.
We’re trusting in the living God,
His way and truth and life are sure;
Though tribulation here we meet,
His grace will help us to endure.
Chorus
We bear our Lord and Saviour’s name,
And glory in the cross and shame;
Content to share our Master’s lot,
We buy the truth and sell it not.
2.
We’re trusting in the living God,
His fellowship we love and prize;
Our hearts are fixed to run the race,
Though friends and foes alike despise.
3.
We’re trusting in the living God,
Oft times our hearts within us burn,
In sweet companionship with Him,
Amid the world’s reproach and scorn.
4.
We’re trusting in the living God,
And leave tradition far behind:
We know the comfort of the fold,
Safe sheltered from sin’s wailing wind.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ B. Frank Butts
meter→ 8, 8, 8, 8, 8, 8, 8, 8 (L.M.D.)
First line→ We’re trusting in the living God,
Chorus→ We bear our Lord and Saviour’s name,
443: What God Hath Wrought, What He
1.
What God hath wrought, what He hath done
For me is more than tongue can tell,
Yet I so very often fail
Within the secret place to dwell.
2.
’Tis there alone I see His face,
My soul is stirred to hear His voice,
And purposes are formed within
To make His will my only choice.
3.
My poverty I do bewail,
Yet I am rich beyond degree,
The riches of His wealth untold
In Christ are given unto me.
4.
He freely gives to His redeemed
All that the Saviour’s blood has bought;
Eternally this praise shall be:
What God hath wrought, What God hath wrought.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ George J. Elvey
meter→ 8, 8, 8, 8 (L.M.)
tune→ St. Crispin
First line→ What God hath wrought, what He hath done
444: When All My Way is Dark and Drear
1.
When all my way is dark and drear,
I rest in this– my Lord is near,
And He will lead me on,
He is my source of life and bliss,
My robe and crown of righteousness,
When all this life is gone.
Chorus
My highest choice God’s Holy Will,
O Lord, subdue and keep me still,
Obedient to Thy Voice.
2.
I need to seek His face in prayer,
This is my strength, my native air,
It is my vital breath.
He will restore my fainting soul,
Forgive and cleanse and make me whole,
Deliver me from death.
3.
Afflictions now may be my lot,
I will hold fast and waver not,
And love the chast’ning rod,
God’s word is pure– He cannot lie–
My Saviour pleads for me on high,
He intercedes with God.
4.
I will submit to all His will,
Subdued and meek, resigned and still,
His will my highest choice.
He understands the way I take,
I know He never will forsake,
In this I now rejoice.
5.
In God’s own Word, the truth we’re told,
The furnace fire must try the gold
And purge away the dross.
He understands the way I take,
I know He never will forsake,
I shall not suffer loss.
author→ Sam Jones
meter→ 8, 8, 6, 8, 8, 6, 8, 8, 6
First line→ When all my way is dark and drear,
Chorus→ My highest choice God’s Holy Will,
445: What Shall I Render, O My God
1.
What shall I render, O my God,
An off’ring unto Thee
For all the wondrous benefits
Thou hast bestowed on me.
Chorus
How precious in the sight of God,
When He can truly see
That self is crucified and slain,
And Christ now lives in me.
2.
I will accept most gratefully
The cup Thy Hand doth fill,
Thou wilt supply the grace to drink,
According to Thy will.
3.
Now in the presence of Thy saints,
My vows to Thee I’ll pay,
Thou hast assured the strength I need,
Sufficient for my day.
4.
Lord, my whole being, mind and will
In thankfulness I give,
Accomplish death in all of self,
That Christ in me might live.
author→ Sam Jones
meter→ 8, 6, 8, 6, 8, 6, 8, 6 (C.M.D.)
First line→ What shall I render, O my God,
Chorus→ How precious in the sight of God,
446: When I Think of God's Mercies
1.
When I think of God’s numberless mercies,
All His love and His kindness to me,
How my soul breaketh forth with His praises,
Nought but good in His dealings I see.
Chorus
I will offer a song of thanksgiving,
And pay all my vows, Lord, to Thee;
When in trouble I call, oh, deliver
And Thy great name shall glorified be.
2.
When I think of His love passing knowledge,
And so freely bestowed upon me,
All its breadth, length and depth, height and fulness
In the heart of my Saviour I see.
3.
When I think of His love and example,
To reveal all God’s purpose for me,
All the Father’s great love for the sinner
In the death of my Saviour I see.
4.
When I think of His blood always speaking
In the presence of God now for me,
Oh, the light and the knowledge and glory
In the face of my Saviour I see.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ Ira D. Sankey (altered)
meter→ 10, 9, 10, 9, 10, 8, 10, 9
First line→ When I think of God’s numberless mercies,
Chorus→ I will offer a song of thanksgiving,
447: When Jesus Left His Home Above
1.
When Jesus left His home above
The Father’s will to do
His love and sacrifice was great,
He tasted death for you.
Chorus
He tasted death for you, for you,
How strong His love and true,
God’s well beloved Son came down,
And tasted death for you.
He tasted death for you, for you,
How strong His love and true,
God’s well beloved Son came down,
And tasted death for you.
2.
He gave His best, His only Son,
His love to manifest,
That burdened ones might find in Him
Their everlasting rest.
3.
He bore the scorn, the crown of thorns,
Rejected and denied,
In ignominy passed away,
A spear wound in His side.
4.
For you He lived, for you He died,
His life was yielded up,
While mocking sinners did deride,
He drank death’s bitter cup.
5.
His life He gave your life to save,
Endured the cross and shame.
To save you from eternal death,
The King of Glory came.
author→ Sam Jones
meter→ 8, 6, 8, 6, 8, 6, 8, 6, 8, 6, 8, 6
First line→ When Jesus left His home above
Chorus→ He tasted death for you, for you,
448: When My Way is Dark and Angry Clouds
1.
When my way is dark and angry clouds
Obscure all the sunny sky,
My heart is torn by conflicting doubt,
And no human friend is nigh.
Oh, say, to whom can I flee for help?
To whom can I make my plea?
There’s only one who can calm the storm,
’Tis the Man of Calvary.
2.
When my way is dark and hope has fled,
I’m tossed on a troubled sea,
Is there one who knows the heart’s deep woes,
Who can sympathise with me?
There’s only the one true beacon light
Shines out o’er the waves for thee,
And He alone can dispel the gloom,
’Tis the Man of Calvary.
3.
When my way is dark and prayer seems vain,
No light on the path I see,
I’ve tried and failed and I faint and fall,
Oh say, is there hope for me?
There’s one alone and He faileth not,
Who can give new life to thee,
He is holy, harmless, undefiled,
’Tis the Man of Calvary.
4.
He bids thee arise, His truth declare,
It will bring sweet liberty,
His strength in your weakness perfect is,
His grace is so rich and free.
There’s joy alone in the perfect path
Which the Master trod for thee,
Do you hear that tender, pleading voice?
’Tis the Man of Calvary.
author→ Sam Jones
meter→ 9, 7, 9, 7, 9, 7, 9, 7
First line→ When my way is dark and angry clouds
449: When Satan Would Tempt Me to Linger
1.
When Satan would tempt me to linger and stay,
Where sin is alluring, I hear a voice say,
“Yield not to the tempter who seeks to beguile,
He watches your body and soul to defile.”
Chorus
Fleeing from sin, fleeing from sin,
Abiding in Jesus, I’m kept pure within.
2.
Oh, why should I linger where sorrows abound,
To question and trifle while death lurks around?
Consenting? No never! To Jesus I fly,
My refuge, my fortress, my Saviour is nigh.
3.
He lives to deliver, what comfort divine!
His arm will protect me, I know He is mine,
His precious blood bought me, I am not my own,
My life shall be spent for my Saviour alone.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ Ira D. Sankey
meter→ 11, 11, 11, 11, 8, 11
tune→ Hiding in Thee or Sankey
First line→ When Satan would tempt me to linger and stay,
Chorus→ Fleeing from sin, fleeing from sin,
450: When Sore Afflictions Press My Soul
1.
When sore afflictions press my soul,
And darkness gathers o’er my way,
I look above and trust in Him,
Who ever leads me night and day.
2.
When gloomy fears possess my heart
I seek the shelter of His breast,
Where all is peace and joy and light,
In confidence I calmly rest.
3.
What full provision God has made
For those who daily seek His care;
The pure in heart shall see His face,
His ear is open to their pray’r.
4.
The race is not unto the swift,
The strong no glories ever win;
The secret of all vict’ry is–
Obedience to the Christ within.
5.
Then, fainting not, I press along
The path where He has gone before,
The bloodstain’d path which leads to God,
To heav’n and home for evermore.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ W. Knapp
meter→ 8, 8, 8, 8 (L.M.)
tune→ Wakeham
First line→ When sore afflictions press my soul,
451: When You Come to the End of Your Life
1.
When you come to the end of your life’s little day,
And the pleasures of sin are all fled,
When you stand on the brink of the river of death
In your loneliness, sorrow and dread.
Chorus
Then, O what will you do On that great day of days
When you stand in His presence alone?
With no Christ in your heart, and you cannot escape
From the light of the great judgment throne.
2.
Since the Lord hath declared that we surely must die,
And that day is approaching for you;
Should the cold hand of death find you still with your sins
All unpardoned, Oh what will you do?
3.
Will you come to this Friend, who in love to your soul,
Left the glories of Heaven above,
To atone for your sins when He died on the Cross
In His infinite mercy and love?
4.
O what anguish of soul, if you have to depart
On that day when before Him you stand,
When the light shall reveal you are not of His fold,
And you silently take the left hand.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ Jno. B. Bryant
meter→ 12, 9, 12, 9, 12, 9, 12, 9
First line→ When you come to the end of your life’s little day,
Chorus→ Then, O what will you do On that great day of days
452: Where All Is Peaceful, Calm and Still
1.
Where all is peaceful, calm and still,
I rest beneath His care;
’Tis rest to know and do His will,
His joy and sorrow share.
Chorus
How sweet is the rest of God,
Safe in the Shepherd’s fold,
To hear His voice and feast upon
The wealth of His love untold.
2.
My life is hid with Christ in God,
Deep hidden in His heart;
I follow in the path He trod,
We nevermore can part.
3.
Amid the surging tides of life,
With Him I onward go;
Amid the turmoil and the strife
His perfect peace I know.
4.
No more I walk in doubt and fear,
His light and love divine
Assure my heart that He is near,
And tuneful praise is mine.
5.
I know that He will hold my hand,
And lead me all the way,
Until at last with Him I stand
In God’s eternal day.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ Wm. J. Kirkpatrick
meter→ 8, 6, 8, 6, 7, 6, 8, 7
First line→ Where all is peaceful, calm and still,
Chorus→ How sweet is the rest of God,
453: While Hanging on the Cross
1.
While hanging on the cross of shame,
His heart still pleaded for His own–
“Forgive them Father, Oh! forgive,
My blood shall for their sins atone.”
2.
Love’s mighty sacrifice divine–
Its length, and breadth, and depth and height
Eclipsed the golden orb of day,
And changed its brightness into night.
3.
The rocks were rent, the dead arose
When He expired upon the tree.
O’er all the powers of death and hell
Love conquered– triumphed gloriously.
4.
No power could hold the sinless One–
Love set Him free from death’s embrace.
As Prince and Saviour now enthroned
He pleads before His Father’s face.
5.
His blood avails, God’s awful wrath
Is swallowed up for ever more,
God’s justice fully satisfied:
No man can shut the open door.
6.
God now invites the whole wide world
To enter in through Jesus’ blood;
Those who receive Him shall obtain
Power to become the sons of God.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ Arr. L. Mason
meter→ 8, 8, 8, 8 (L.M.)
tune→ Hamburg (L.M.)
First line→ While hanging on the cross of shame,
454: When You Trusted in the Lord
1.
When you trusted in the Lord, taking Jesus at His Word,
Then His pure and changeless love filled your heart.
Do you still that love retain, glowing bright, or on the wane?
Has the Lord somewhat against you? Is it there?
Chorus
Is the first love operating in your heart?
Is it leavening the whole and not a part?
Remember, God is calling; to Him it is appalling,
If within your inmost heart, it is not there.
2.
Thou hast borne His worthy name, patiently enduring shame,
All your labours for His sake well He knows.
Nought will satisfy His heart, but the first love, not a part.
As you analyse your motives, Is it there?
3.
Without murmur or complaint, toiling on you do not faint,
Zealously the way of life you defend.
Is His love the first and best, glowing now within your breast,
In the little inner chamber? Is it there?
4.
All your sacrifice is vain, you need never hope to gain
His approval if you lack the first love.
Does it in your heart control, permeate and fill the whole?
While His Lambs and sheep you’re feeding? Is it there?
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ Wm. J. Kirkpatrick
meter→ 14, 10, 14, 11, 11, 11, 14, 11
First line→ When you trusted in the Lord, taking Jesus at His Word,
Chorus→ Is the first love operating in your heart?
455: Where Will You Dwell Eternally?
1.
Where will you dwell eternally?
How earnest is the Saviour’s voice,
In eager tones beseeching thee
To make your choice, to make your choice.
Chorus
The Saviour stands beseeching thee
To dwell with Him eternally.
With hands outstretched appealingly,
He pleads with thee, He pleads with thee.
2.
Where will you dwell eternally?
Those years and years that know no end,
Yield, yield I pray do not gainsay,
Jesus your best, your truest friend.
3.
Where will you dwell eternally?
Can you such wondrous love despise?
He died to win your soul from sin,
Exceeding great the sacrifice.
4.
Where will you dwell eternally?
When this short life of yours is past,
With failing breath the river death
You face at last, you face at last?
5.
Where will you dwell eternally?
In sinful pleasure now you roam,
Yet surely know that you must go
To your long home, to your long home.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ F. Mendelssohn
meter→ 8, 8, 8, 8, 8, 8, 8, 8 (L.M.D.)
tune→ St. Catherine
First line→ Where will you dwell eternally?
Chorus→ The Saviour stands beseeching thee
455: Where Will You Dwell Eternally?
1.
Where will you dwell eternally?
How earnest is the Saviour’s voice,
In eager tones beseeching thee
To make your choice, to make your choice.
Chorus
The Saviour stands beseeching thee
To dwell with Him eternally.
With hands outstretched appealingly,
He pleads with thee, He pleads with thee.
2.
Where will you dwell eternally?
Those years and years that know no end,
Yield, yield I pray do not gainsay,
Jesus your best, your truest friend.
3.
Where will you dwell eternally?
Can you such wondrous love despise?
He died to win your soul from sin,
Exceeding great the sacrifice.
4.
Where will you dwell eternally?
When this short life of yours is past,
With failing breath the river death
You face at last, you face at last?
5.
Where will you dwell eternally?
In sinful pleasure now you roam,
Yet surely know that you must go
To your long home, to your long home.
author→ Sam Jones
meter→ 8, 8, 8, 8, 8, 8, 8, 8 (L.M.D.)
456: Why Should I Grieve My Saviour
1.
Why should I grieve my Saviour,
Paining His loving heart?
I cannot sin against Him,
I will from wrong depart.
Chorus
Saviour I cannot grieve Thee,
I will not wound Thy heart.
Help me, my gracious Redeemer,
From every sin to depart.
2.
How can I keep from Jesus,
That which His blood has bought?
Willingly now I offer,
All that His love has sought.
3.
My spirit, soul and body
Without reserve I give,
Cleaving to Him in weakness,
Quickened by Him I live.
4.
All that I have is yielded
Gladly in sacrifice;
My broken heart and contrite,
Jesus will not despise.
author→ Sam Jones
meter→ 7, 6, 7, 6, 7, 6, 8, 7
First line→ Why should I grieve my Saviour,
Chorus→ Saviour I cannot grieve Thee,
457: Why Will You Die, Why Will You Die?
1.
Why will you die, why will you die?
God’s Holy Spirit asks you why
Will you not flee while hope is nigh,
And refuge find in Jesus.
Chorus
Behold His dying love for thee,
Those cruel thorns His agony,
Oh, turn your eyes to Calvary,
Behold the love of Jesus.
2.
Oh, soul beware lest you depart
This life, no hope left in your heart:
No God of Love to take your part,
No living hope in Jesus.
3.
His love dispels all doubt and fear,
Uncertainty will disappear,
And God will give you sure and clear
A steadfast hope in Jesus.
4.
Behold, they pierced His hands and side
For you, He bowed His head and died
Now heaven’s gate is open wide,
Oh, enter in with Jesus.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ Alfred Judson
meter→ 8, 8, 8, 7, 8, 8, 8, 7
tune→ Hanwell
First line→ Why will you die, why will you die?
Chorus→ Behold His dying love for thee,
458: Will You Now Accept the Saviour
1.
Will you now accept the Saviour?
Long His heart has yearned for thee.
For your sake He lived and suffered,
Bore your sins upon the tree.
In His love and deep compassion
He redeemed you with His blood.
In your heart will you receive Him,
Jesus– Holy Son of God.
Chorus
Oh will you not believe Him?
No longer doubt or grieve Him,
Within your heart receive Him–
Jesus, Holy Son of God.
2.
How exceeding great His sorrow
When He drank the cup for thee,
By His loved, His own forsaken
In His fearful agony.
God in mercy sent an angel
To sustain His sacred head.
While those drops of blood were falling,
Soul, it was for you He bled.
3.
He was numbered with transgressors,
Mock’d and crowned with thorns for thee
Led by wicked hands– dishonoured,
Crucified on Calvary.
He must bear sin’s awful judgment,
Since there was no other way,
He must give Himself a ransom,
All your heavy debt to pay.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ S. J. Vail (altered)
meter→ 8, 7, 8, 7, 8, 7, 8, 7, 7, 7, 7, 7
First line→ Will you now accept the Saviour?
Chorus→ Oh will you not believe Him?
459: Will You Come and Walk With God
1.
Will you come and walk with God
In the path the Saviour trod?
It will lead you on to home and endless day;
God has spoken to your heart,
Shall His Spirit grieved depart?
Will you cast the Saviour’s tender love away?
Chorus
Will you come? Will you come?
Hearken now, O soul! while it is called today,
See, the patient Saviour stands,
Holding out His wounded hands,
From the door of mercy do not turn away.
2.
See, the door is open wide,
Come and enter and abide.
You will prove a Father’s love and tender care:
He will seal you as His own,
For your sins He did atone,
And the riches of His glory you shall share.
3.
You have heard His call before,
Yet you linger at the door,
O beware, lest you despise the Saviour’s voice;
Hasten now and enter in,
Life eternal will begin,
And your soul with joy and gladness shall rejoice.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ C. D. Tillman
meter→ 7, 7, 11, 7, 7, 11, 6, 11, 7, 7, 11
First line→ Will you come and walk with God
Chorus→ Will you come? Will you come?
460: With Childlike Trust, O Lord, We Come
1.
With childlike trust, O Lord, we come;
Our helplessness appeals to Thee;
Thou who in us Thy work hath wrought,
Forsake us not then utterly.
Chorus
Our weakness, Lord, appeals to Thee;
Our spirits long for liberty,
O hear our cry, Thou Holy One;
Complete the work Thou hast begun.
2.
Rejoicing in the lowly way,
We fain would walk, we fain would be,
The cross and suff’ring never shun,
But prove our love and loyalty.
3.
As we present our sacrifice,
Our all we yield with motive pure;
Thy love, Thy life, Thy pow’r we crave,
That we may to the end endure.
4.
O help us then to follow on,
With stable hearts, contrite and free,
Complete in Him, the righteous One,
Thy will fulfilling perfectly.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ A. M. MacKay
meter→ 8, 8, 8, 8, 8, 8, 8, 8 (L.M.D.)
tune→ Selafo
First line→ With childlike trust, O Lord, we come;
Chorus→ Our weakness, Lord, appeals to Thee;
461: With My Soul Have I Desired Thee
1.
With my soul have I desired Thee,
When earth’s shadows round me fall,
Unto Thee my spirit seeketh,
Father, hear me when I call;
Lord, without Thee all is dreary,
All is barren, desolate;
Speak to me, O loving Father,
While I in Thy presence wait.
2.
With my soul have I desired Thee,
O Thou fairest of the fair.
Let me now behold Thy beauty;
Let me rest beneath Thy care.
Purify my heart and cleanse me,
From defilement keep me free;
Thou canst make me pure and holy,
Thou art my sufficiency.
3.
With my soul have I desired Thee:
None but Thee can satisfy,
Comfort, joy, and consolation
Come forth when Thou drawest nigh.
Thou art life, and light, and gladness,
Yearns my heart Thy face to see;
In Thy presence is salvation,
Rest from all anxiety.
4.
With my soul have I desired Thee,
Altogether lovely One.
Thy great work of recreation
In my life Thou hast begun.
Grant that I may bear Thine image,
Help me choose the better part;
Seal me as Thine own forever,
Write Thy law within my heart.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ Wm. J. Kirkpatrick (Arr. Anon)
meter→ 8, 7, 8, 7, 8, 7, 8, 7
First line→ With my soul have I desired Thee,
462: With My Whole Heart, Unfeignedly
1.
With my whole heart, unfeignedly,
I seek to worship Thee, my God,
In every part let love divine
Abundantly be shed abroad.
Chorus
My soul is weaned and quietened
From things of earth to things above,
My hope, my expectation is
The fulness of Thy deathless love.
2.
In this the temple Thou hast made,
Thy priceless gifts divinely giv’n
Shall fill and magnify the whole,
And guide me on my way to heav’n.
3.
Exceeding great my heritage,
All that pertains to godliness
Is given unto me in Christ,
My wisdom and my righteousness.
4.
God’s choice and mine shall be the same,
His Spirit, mind and will in me
Shall reign supreme till nought is found
But one pure, perfect harmony.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ James M. Black
meter→ 8, 8, 8, 8, 8, 8, 8, 8 (L.M.D.)
tune→ Truest Friend (altered)
First line→ With my whole heart, unfeignedly,
Chorus→ My soul is weaned and quietened
463: With Perfect Heart and Willing Mind
1.
With perfect heart and willing mind
I want to serve from day to day,
Forgetting self and things behind
Press onward in the heav’nly way.
2.
My Saviour passed this way before,
His blessed footprints I can see,
My love abounding more and more
I want to serve wholeheartedly.
3.
Oh love, thou fathomless abyss,
I long to lose myself in thee,
The mark, the prize, my prayer is this,
That Christ is magnified in me.
4.
Lord, root and ground me in Thy love,
And when my work on earth is done,
I shall awake in heav’n above
To bear the image of Thy Son.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ Joseph Mainzer
meter→ 8, 8, 8, 8 (L.M.)
tune→ Mainzer
First line→ With perfect heart and willing mind
464: With Reverence and With Godly Fear
1.
With rev’rence and with Godly fear,
I seek the face of God, my friend;
I feel and know that He is near,
To counsel, guide and to defend.
2.
He knows the secrets of my heart,
The thoughts and intents of my soul;
His light reveals each hidden part,
To test and cleanse and make me whole.
3.
His Word is pure, a lamp and light,
Its cheering rays shall guide my feet
And lead me out from nature’s night,
Till I am found in Christ complete,
4.
My Father, God, I seek Thy face;
Thee I would love, Thou art my strength,
My all sufficiency of grace,
Until I reach my home at length.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ Joseph Mainzer
meter→ 8, 8, 8, 8 (L.M.)
tune→ Mainzer
First line→ With rev’rence and with Godly fear,
465: With Shield of Faith I Face the Foe
1.
With shield of faith I face the foe,
And know I shall not vanquished be.
The God of mercy ever lives,
With power to save and succour me.
Chorus
How blessed those who now endure,
Temptation and the daily strife,
The God who cannot lie hath said;
They shall receive the crown of life.
2.
I feel I need the grace of Him
Who wrestled, watched and prayed that night
Alone in dark Gethsemane,
And put the cruel foe to flight.
3.
Diverse temptations oft we meet,
Our faith and patience thus to try,
And perfect confidence and love
In Him who intercedes on high.
4.
He will not fail His chosen seed,
Though fierce and long the war may rage,
All heav’n looks on with sympathy,
As in the conflict we engage.
5.
He knows the toil worn weary frame,
How oft unstable flesh would fail,
And so in mercy He imparts
The strength and wisdom to prevail.
6.
It is His will, we should possess
This weak, this frail and mortal clay,
And with the saints and martyrs prove
His grace sufficient all the way.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ Chas. H. Gabriel
meter→ 8, 8, 8, 8, 8, 8, 8, 8 (L.M.D.)
tune→ Higher Ground
First line→ With shield of faith I face the foe,
Chorus→ How blessed those who now endure,
466: Within, Within This Troubled Heart of Mine
1.
Within, within this troubled heart of mine,
There is so much to conquer and subdue,
That I am oft amazed and sore perplexed,
And often times I know not what to do.
2.
The many, many voices all abroad,
Distracting thoughts and altogether vain,
Would hide the face and still the voice of God,
And in my heart an entrance seek to gain.
3.
I fain would keep it undefiled and pure,
A sacred dwelling for the Deity,
My calling and election now make sure,
Established, strengthened, settled Lord in Thee.
4.
All vain imaginations cast them down,
Bid all deceit and wickedness depart,
In loving kindness, tender mercies crown
My soul with peace and reign within my heart.
5.
Oh, come, Lord Jesus, come and now destroy,
Accomplish death on Satan’s work within,
Come in, Lord Jesus, I shall hail with joy
The one who died to save me from all sin.
author→ Sam Jones
composer→ E. J. Hopkins (altered)
meter→ 10, 10, 10, 10
tune→ Ellers
First line→ Within, within this troubled heart of mine,