Gospel Praise Book. ‎#217

217. Jesus Waits for Thee

1 I heard the blessed Saviour say,
“Poor, weary child of grief,
Come unto me with all your woes,
And I will give relief.

Chorus:
He calls, and waits,
He calls, and waits,
O weary one He calls and waits for thee.

2 I hearkened to His tender cry,
And tremblingly obeyed;
He whispered in my list’ning ear,
“Thy ransom has been paid.” [Chorus]

3 O, what sweet comfort I have found;
How calm and sweet my rest;
How freely I confide my all,
And lean on Jesus’ breast. [Chorus]

Text Information

• First Line: I heard the blessed Saviour say
• Title: Jesus Waits for Thee
• Author: C. H. Gabriel
• Refrain First Line: He calls, and waits
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1885
• Topic: Invitations to Christ
• Notes: Public Domain.

Tune Information

• Name: [I heard the blessed Saviour say]
• Composer: C. H. Gabriel
• Notes: Public Domain.