The New Sabbath School Hosanna ‎#29

29. I am wretched, poor, and needy

1 I am wretched, poor, and needy;
Whither shall I fly?
There's a voice within
that tells me I must surely die.
Some have sought him; some have found him;
From their fears set free,
They sing his praises all the day;
But 'tis not so with me.

2 Oft he calls me as he passes,
Bids me come to him:
Oh, I cannot find the Saviour,
For my eyes are dim.
Some have sought him; some have found him:
From their blindness free,
They follow Jesus in the way;
But 'tis not so with me.

3 Conscience tells me of my danger,
Bids me not delay;
But I wander without knowing
How to find the way.
Some have found him, and press onward;
From their burdens free.
The shining goals is full in view;
But 'tis not so with me.

Text Information

• First Line: I am wretched, poor, and needy
• Publication Date: 1870
• Notes: Tune for 210 in "American Sunday School Hymn Book" (ASS1860a)

Tune Information

• Name: REPENTANCE
• Composer: Broster
• Key: A♭ Major