Author: James L. Nichloson, c. 1828-1876 Hymnal: African Methodist Episcopal Church Hymnal #367 (2011) Meter: 11.11.11.11 with refrain Hymnal Title: African Methodist Episcopal Church Hymnal First Line: Lord Jesus, I long to be perfectly whole Refrain First Line: Whiter than snow, yes whiter than snow Lyrics: 1 Lord Jesus, I long to be perfectly whole;
I want Thee forever to live in my soul,
Break down every idol, cast out every foe;
Now wash me and I shall be whiter than snow.
Refrain:
Whiter than snow, yes, whiter than snow,
Now wash me, and I shall be whiter than snow.
2 Lord Jesus, look down from Thy throne in the skies,
And help me to make a complete sacrifice;
I give up myself, and whatever I know,
Now wash me and I shall be whiter than snow. [Refrain]
3 Lord Jesus, for this I most humbly entreat,
I wait, blessed Lord, at Thy crucified feet;
By faith, for my cleansing I see Thy blood flow,
Now wash me and I shall be whiter than snow. [Refrain]
4 Lord Jesus, Thou seeest I patiently wait,
Come now, and within me a new heart create;
To those who have sought Thee, Thou never saidst "No,"
Now wash me and I shall be whiter than snow. [Refrain] Topics: The Christian Life Hope and Aspiration; Confession Scripture: Psalm 51:7 Languages: English Tune Title: FISCHER
Lord Jesus, I Long to Be Perfectly Whole (Whiter than Snow)