Hymns, Selected and Original ‎#564

564. When Paul was parted from his friends

1 When Paul was parted from his friends,
It was a weeping day;
But Jesus made them all amends,
And wip'd their tears away.

2 In heav'n they met again with joy,
Secure, no more to part;
Where praises ev'ry tongue employ,
And pleasure fills each heart.

3 Thus all the preachers of his grace
Their children soon shall meet;
Together see their Saviour's face,
And worship at his feet.

4 But they who heard the word in vain,
Though oft and plainly warn'd,
Will tremble when they meet again,
The ministers they scorn'd.

5 On your own heads your blood will fall,
If any perish here;
The preachers who have told you all,
Shall stand approv'd and clear.

6 Yet, Lord to save themselves alone,
Is not their utmost view;
O hear their pray'r, thy message own,
And save their hearers too.

Text Information

• First Line: When Paul was parted from his friends
• Meter: C. M.
• Publication Date: 1828
• Scripture:
  Acts 20:26
• Topic: Kingdom and Church of Christ: Pastoral; Minister's Farewell Charge

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