The Hymnal for Worship and Celebration ‎#508

508. I Will Sing the Wondrous Story

1 I will sing the wondrous story
Of the Christ who died for me -
How He left His home in glory
For the cross of Calvary.

Refrain:
Yes, I'll sing the wondrous story
Of the Christ who died for me,
Sing it with the saints in glory,
Gathered by the crystal sea.

2 I was lost, but Jesus found me -
Found the sheep that went astray,
Threw His loving arms around me,
Drew me back into His way. [Refrain]

3 Days of darkness still come o'er me,
Sorrow's paths I often tread;
But the Savior still is with me -
By His hand I'm safely led. [Refrain]

4 He will keep me till the river
Rolls its waters at my feet;
Then He'll bear me safely over,
Where the loved ones I shall meet. [Refrain]

Text Information

• First Line: I will sing the wondrous story
• Title: I Will Sing the Wondrous Story
• Author: Francis H. Rowley
• Refrain First Line: Yes, I'll sing the wondrous story
• Meter: 8.7.8.7. with Refrain
• Publication Date: 1986
• Topic: Testimony and Praise
• Notes: Alternate tune: HYFRYDOL at No. 89

Tune Information

• Name: WONDROUS STORY
• Composer: Peter P. Bilhorn
• Meter: 8.7.8.7. with Refrain
• Key: D Major