Laudes Domini ‎#430

430. "The burden rolled away"

1 I left it all with Jesus long ago,
All my sins I brought him and my woe;
When by faith I saw him on the tree,
Heard his small, still whisper, "'Tis for thee."
From my heart the burden rolled away!
Happy day.

2 I leave it all with Jesus, for he knows
How to steal the bitter from life's woes;
How to gild the tear-drop with his smile,
Make the desert garden bloom awhile:
When my weakness leaneth on his might,
All seems light.

3 I leave it all with Jesus day by day;
Faith can firmly trust him, come what may.
Hope has dropped her anchor, found her rest,
In the calm sure haven of his breast;
Love esteems it heaven to abide
At his side.

Text Information

• First Line: I left it all with Jesus long ago
• Title: "The burden rolled away"
• Author: Ellen H. Willis
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1890
• Topic: Christian Experience; Atonement: Completed; Christians: Privileges; Perseverance
• Notes: Public Domain.

Tune Information

• Name: SECURITY
• Meter: P. M.
• Key: G Major or modal
• Source: English melody
• Notes: Public Domain.