Author: Elizabeth Reed, 1794-1867 Hymnal: African Methodist Episcopal Church Hymnal #250 (2011) Meter: 8.5.8.5 with refrain Hymnal Title: African Methodist Episcopal Church Hymnal First Line: O do not let the word depart Refrain First Line: O why not to-night? Lyrics: 1 O do not let the word depart,
And close thine eyes against the light;
Poor sinner, harden not your heart;
Be saved, O tonight.
Refrain:
O why not tonight?
O why not tonight?
Wilt thou be saved?
Then why not tonight?
2 Tomorrow’s sun may never rise
To bless thy long deluded sight;
This is the time, O then be wise,
Be saved, O tonight. [Refrain]
3 Our Lord in pity lingers still,
And wilt thou thus His love requite?
Renounce at once thy stubborn will,
Be saved, O tonight. [Refrain]
4 Our blessed Lord refused none
Who would to Him their souls unite;
Believe, obey, the work is done;
Be saved, O tonight. [Refrain] Topics: The Christian Life Call to Discipleship; Invitation Scripture: John 10:14 Languages: English Tune Title: O WHY NOT TONIGHT
O Do Not Let the Word Depart (O Why Not To-night?)