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The Great Physician

Author: William Hunter, 1811-1877 Appears in 703 hymnals First Line: The great Physician now is near Refrain First Line: Sweetest note in seraph song Lyrics: 1 The great Physician now is near - The sympathizing Jesus; He speaks the drooping heart to cheer - O hear the voice of Jesus! Refrain: Sweetest note in seraph song, Sweetest name on mortal tongue, Sweetest carol ever sung - Jesus, blessed Jesus! 2 Your many sins are all forgiv'n - O hear the voice of Jesus; Go on your way in peace to heav'n, And wear a crown with Jesus. [Refrain] 3 All glory to the dying Lamb - I now believe in Jesus; I love the blessed Savior's name, I love the name of Jesus. [Refrain] 4 And when to that bright world above We rise to be with Jesus, We'll sing around the throne of love His name, the name of Jesus. Topics: Worship of God Used With Tune: [The great Physician now is near]

Lord of the Sabbath

Author: Philip Doddridge; Thomas Cotterill Meter: 8.8.8.8 Appears in 181 hymnals First Line: Lord of the Sabbath, hear us pray Lyrics: 1 Lord of the Sabbath, hear us pray, In this thy house, on this thy day; And own, as grateful sacrifice, The songs which from thy temple rise. 2 Now met to pray and bless thy name, Whose mercies flow each day the same, Whose kind compassions never cease, We seek instruction, pardon, peace. 3 Thine earthly Sabbaths, Lord, we love, But there's a nobler rest above; To that our lab'ring souls aspire With ardent hope and strong desire. 4 In thy blest kingdom we shall be From ev'ry mortal trouble free; No sighs shall mingle with the songs Resounding from immortal tongues. Amen. Topics: Evening hymns; Lord's Day Used With Tune: GERMANY

It Is Well with My Soul

Author: Horatio G. Spafford, 1828-1888 Appears in 484 hymnals First Line: When peace, like a river, attendeth my way Lyrics: 1 When peace, like a river, attendeth my way, When sorrows, like sea billows, roll - Whatever my lot, Thou hast taught me to say, It is well, It is well with my soul. Chorus: It is well with my soul, It is well, it is well with my soul. 2 Tho Satan should buffet, tho trials should come, Let this blest assurance control, That Christ hath regarded my helpless estate, And hath shed His own blood for my soul. [Chorus] 3 My sin - O the bliss of this glorious tho't - My sin, not in part but the whole, Is nailed to His cross and I bear it no more: Praise the Lord, praise the Lord, O my soul. [Chorus] 4 And, Lord, haste the day when the faith shall be sight, The clouds be rolled back as a scroll: The trump shall resound, and the Lord shall descend, "Even so" - it is well with my soul. [Chorus] Topics: Assurance and Trust Used With Tune: [When peace, like a river, attendeth my way]

Is My Name Written There?

Author: Mary A. Kidder, 1820-1905 Appears in 408 hymnals First Line: Lord, I care not for riches, neither silver nor gold Refrain First Line: Is my name written there Lyrics: 1 Lord, I care not for riches, neither silver nor gold - I would make sure of heaven, I would enter the fold. In the book of Thy kingdom with its pages so fair, Tell me, Jesus, my Savior, is my name written there? Is my name written there, On the page white and fair? In the book of Thy kingdom, Is my name written there? 2 Lord, my sins they are many, like the sands of the sea, But Thy blood, O my Savior, is sufficient for me; For Thy promise is written, in bright letters that glow, “Tho your sins be as scarlet, I will make them like snow.” Is my name written there, On the page white and fair? In the book of Thy kingdom, Is my name written there? 3 O that beautiful city with its mansions of light, With its glorified beings in pure garments of white; Where no evil thing cometh to despoil what is fair, Where the angels are watching - yes, my name’s written there. Yes, my name's written there, On the page white and fair? In the book of Thy kingdom, Yes, my name's written there? Topics: Assurance and Trust Used With Tune: [Lord, I care not for riches, neither silver nor gold]

Nailed to the Cross

Author: Mrs. Frank A. Breck Appears in 95 hymnals First Line: There was One who was willing to die in my stead Refrain First Line: They are nailed to the cross Lyrics: 1 There was One who was willing to die in my stead, That a soul so unworthy might live; And the path to the cross He was willing to tread, All the sins of my life to forgive. Refrain: They are nailed to the cross, They are nailed to the cross, O how much He was willing to bear! With what anguish and loss Jesus went to the cross! But He carried my sins with Him there. 2 He is tender and loving and patient with me, While He cleanses my heart of the dross; But “there’s no condemnation” - I know I am free, For my sins are all nailed to the cross. [Refrain] 3 I will cling to my Savior and never depart - I will joyfully journey each day. With a song on my lips and a song in my heart, That my sins have been taken away. [Refrain] Topics: Cleansing and Forgiveness; Passion and Cross Used With Tune: [There was One who was willing to die in my stead]

Pentecostal Power

Author: Charlotte G. Homer Appears in 94 hymnals First Line: Lord, as of old at Pentecost Refrain First Line: Lord, send the old-time power Lyrics: 1 Lord, as of old at Pentecost Thou didst Thy power display, With cleansing, purifying flame, Descend on us today. Chorus: Lord, send the old-time power, The Pentecostal power! Thy floodgates of blessing on us throw open wide! Lord send the old-time power. the Pentecostal power. That sinners be converted and Thy name glorified! 2 For mighty works for Thee, prepare And strengthen every heart; Come, take possession of Thine own, And nevermore depart. [Chorus] 3 All self consume, all sin destroy! With earnest zeal endue Each waiting heart to work for Thee; O Lord, our faith renew! [Chorus] 4 Speak, Lord, before Thy throne we wait, Thy promise we believe, And will not let Thee go until The blessing we receive. [Chorus] Topics: Holy Spirit and Revival Used With Tune: [Lord, as of old at Pentecost]

According to Thy Gracious Word

Author: James Montgomery Meter: 8.6.8.6 Appears in 551 hymnals Lyrics: 1 According to Thy gracious word In meek humility, This will I do, my dying Lord, I will remember Thee. 2 The body, broken for my sake, My bread from heav'n shall be; Thy testamental cup I take, And thus remember Yhee. 3 Gethsemane can I forget, Or there Thy conflict see, Thine agony and bloody sweat, And not remember Thee? 4 When to the cross I turn mine eyes And rest on Calvary, O Lamb of God, my sacrifice, I must remember Thee. 5 Remember Thee, and all Thy pains, And all Thy love to me; Yes, while a breath, a pulse remains, Will I remember Thee. 6 And when these failing lips grow dumb, And mind and mem'ry flee, When Thou shalt in Thy kingdom come, Jesus, remember me. Topics: Passion and Cross Used With Tune: DUNDEE

Ride On, Ride On In Majesty

Author: Henry Hart Milman, 1791-1868 Appears in 506 hymnals First Line: Ride on, ride on in majesty! Lyrics: 1 Ride on, ride on in majesty! Hark, all the tribes "Hosanna!" cry! O Saviour meek, pursue Thy road With palms and scatter'd garments strowed. 2 Ride on, ride on in majesty! In lowly pomp ride on to die: O Christ, Thy triumphs now begin O'er captive death and conquered sin. 3 Ride on, ride on in majesty! The angel armies of the sky Look down with sad and wond'ring eyes To see th' approaching sacrifice. 4 Ride on, ride on in majesty! Thy last and fiercest strive is nigh: The Father on His sapphire throne Awaits His own anointed Son. 5 Ride on! ride on in majesty! In lowly pomp ride on to die; Bow Thy meek head to mortal pain, Then take, O God, Thy power and reign. Topics: Passion and Cross Used With Tune: ST. DROSTANE

Who Is on the Lord's Side?

Author: Frances R. Havergal, 1836-1879 Appears in 451 hymnals Lyrics: 1 Who is on the Lord’s side? Who will serve the King? Who will be His helpers, Other lives to bring? Who will leave the world’s side? Who will face the foe? Who is on the Lord’s side? Who for Him will go? By Thy call of mercy, By Thy grace divine, We are on the Lord's side - Savior, we are Thine! 2 Not for weight of glory, Not for crown and palm, Enter we the army, Raise the warrior psalm; But for Love that claimeth Lives for whom He died: He whom Jesus nameth Must be on His side. By Thy love constraining, By Thy grace divine, We are on the Lord's side - Savior, we are Thine! 3 Jesus, Thou hast bought us, Not with gold or gem, But with Thine own life-blood, For Thy diadem; With Thy blessing filling All who come to Thee, Thou hast made us willing, Thou hast made us free. By Thy grad redemption, By Thy grace divine, We are on the Lord's side - Savior, we are Thine! 4 Fierce may be the conflict, Strong may be the foe, But the King’s own army, None can overthrow; Round His standard ranging, Vict'ry is secure, For His truth unchanging Makes the triumph sure. Joyfully enlisting, By Thy grace divine, We are on the Lord's side - Savior, we are Thine! Topics: Challenge; Challenge; Warfare and Victory Used With Tune: ARMAGEDDON

Ready

Author: A. C. Palmer, 1845-1882 Appears in 121 hymnals First Line: Ready to suffer grief or pain Refrain First Line: Ready to go, ready to stay Lyrics: 1 Ready to suffer grief or pain, Ready to stand the test; Ready to stay at home and send Others if He sees best. Refrain: Ready to go, ready to stay, Ready my place to fill; Ready for service lowly or great, Ready to do His will. 2 Ready to go, ready to bear, Ready to watch and pray; Ready to stand aside and give Till He shall clear the way. [Refrain] 3 Ready to speak, ready to think, Ready with heart and mind; Ready to stand where He sees fit, Ready His will to find. [Refrain] 4 Ready to speak, ready to warn, Ready o’er souls to yearn; Ready in life or ready in death, Ready for His return. [Refrain] Topics: Discipleship; Service; Soul Winning Used With Tune: [Ready to suffer grief or pain]

Fairest Lord Jesus!

Author: Joseph A. Seiss, 1823-1904 Appears in 582 hymnals First Line: Fairest Lord Jesus! Lyrics: 1 Fairest Lord Jesus! Ruler of all nature! O Thou of God and man the Son! Thee will I cherish, Thee will I honor, Thou my soul's glory joy and crown! 2 Fair are the meadows, Fairer still the woodlands, Robed in the blooming garb of spring; Jesus is fairer, Jesus is purer, Who makes the woeful heart to sing. 3 Fair is the sunshine, Fairer still the moonlight And all the twinkling starry host; Jesus shines brighter, Jesus shines purer Than all the angels heav'n can boast. 4 Beautiful Savior! Lord of all nations! Son of God and Son of Man! Glory and honor, Praise, adoration, Now and forevermore be Thine! Topics: Worship of God Used With Tune: CRUSADER'S HYMN Text Sources: Münster Gesangbuch, 1677

Christians, Awake, Salute the Happy Morn

Meter: 10.10.10.10.10.10 Appears in 186 hymnals Lyrics: 1 Christians, awake, salute the happy morn, Whereon the Saviour of mankind was born; Rise to adore the mystery of love Which hosts of angels chanted from above; With them the joyful tidings first begun Of God incarnate and the Virgin's Son. 2 Then to the watchful shepherds it was told, Who heard the angelic herald's voice: "Behold, I bring good tidings of a Saviour's birth To you and all the nations upon earth: This day hath God fulfilled His promised word, This day is born a Saviour, Christ the Lord." 3 He spake; and straightway the celestial choir In hymns of joy, unknown before, conspire: The praises of redeeming love they sang, And heav'n's whole orb with hallelujahs rang: God's highest glory was their anthem still, Peace upon earth, and unto men goodwill. Topics: Christmas; Commitment Used With Tune: YORKSHIRE

Happy the Home When God Is There

Author: Henry Ware, the younger, 1794-1843 Appears in 86 hymnals Lyrics: 1 Happy the home when God is there, And love fills ev'ry breast, When one their wish, and one their prayer And one their heav'nly rest. 2 Happy the home where Jesus' name Is sweet to ev'ry ear, Where children early lisp His fame And parents hold Him dear. 3 Happy the home where prayer is heard And praise is wont to rise, Where parents love the sacred Word And all its wisdom prize. 4 Lord, let us in our home agree This blessed peace to gain; Unite our hearts in love to Thee, And love to all will reign. Topics: Home Used With Tune: BEATITUDO

Whisper A Prayer

Appears in 22 hymnals First Line: Whisper a prayer in the morning Used With Tune: [Whisper a prayer in the morning]

God Is Always Near Me

Appears in 50 hymnals Lyrics: 1 God is always near me, Hearing what I say, Knowing all my thoughts and deeds, All my work and play. 2 God is always near me: In the darkest night, He can see me just the same, As by midday light. 3 God is always near me, Though so young and small; Not a look, or word, or thought, But God knows it all. Topics: Children's Hymns Used With Tune: ST. CYRIL

I'm a Solder

Author: John W. Peterson, 1921- Appears in 3 hymnals First Line: A soldier in the army of the King of kings am I Refrain First Line: I'm a soldier in the army Topics: Challenge; Commitment; Discipleship; Warfare and Victory Used With Tune: [A soldier in the army of the King of kings am I]

Day Is Dying in the West

Author: Mary A. Lathbury, 1841-1913 Appears in 561 hymnals Refrain First Line: Holy, holy, holy, Lord God of Hosts! Lyrics: 1 Day is dying in the west, Heav'n is touching earth with rest; Wait and worship while the night Sets her evening lamps alight Thru all the sky. Chorus: Holy, holy, holy, Lord God of Hosts! Heav'n and earth are full of Thee! Heav'n and earth are praising Thee, O Lord most high! 2 Lord of life, beneath the dome Of the universe, Thy home, Gather us who seek Thy face To the fold of Thy embrace, For Thou art nigh. [Chorus] 3 While the deep'ning shadows fall, Heart of Love, enfolding all, Thru the glory and the grace Of the stars that veil Thy face, Our hearts ascend. [Chorus] 4 When forever from our sight Pass the stars, the day, the night, Lord of angels, on our eyes Let eternal morning rise, And shadows end. [Chorus] Topics: Evening hymns; Worship of God Used With Tune: CHAUTAUQUA

Ye Must Be Born Again

Author: William T. Sleeper, 1819-1904 Appears in 190 hymnals First Line: A ruler once came to Jesus by night Lyrics: 1 A ruler once came to Jesus by night To ask Him the way of salvation and light; The Master made answer in words true and plain, "Ye must be born again." Chorus: "Ye must be born again, Ye must be born again; I verily, verily say unto thee, "Ye must be born again." 2 Ye children of men, attend to the word So solemnly uttered by Jesus the Lord; And let not this message to you be in vain, "Ye must be born again." [Chorus] 3 O ye who would enter that glorious rest And sing with the ransomed the song of the blest, The life everlasting if ye would obtain, "Ye must be born again." [Chorus] 4 A dear one in heaven thy heart yearns to see, At the beautiful gate may be watching for thee; Then list to the note of this solemn refrain, "Ye must be born again." [Chorus] Topics: Salvation Used With Tune: [A ruler once came to Jesus by night]

All Things Come of Thee

Appears in 129 hymnals First Line: All things come of Thee, O Lord Lyrics: All things come of Thee, O Lord, and of thine own have we given Thee. Scripture: 1 Chronicles 29:14 Used With Tune: [All things come of Thee, O Lord]

Christ Returneth!

Author: H. L. Turner, 19th century Appears in 142 hymnals First Line: It may be at morn, when the day is awaking Refrain First Line: O Lord Jesus, how long, how long Lyrics: 1 It may be at morn, when the day is awaking, When sunlight thru darkness and shadow is breaking, That Jesus will come in the fullness of glory, To receive from the world His own. Chorus: O Lord Jesus, how long, how long Ere we shout the glad song - Christ returneth! Hallelujah! Hallelujah! Amen. Hallelujah! Amen. 2 It may be at midday, it may be at twilight, It may be, perchance, that the blackness of midnight Will burst into light in the blaze of His glory, When Jesus receives His own. [Chorus] 3 While its hosts cry Hosanna, from heaven descending, With glorified saints and the angels attending, With grace on His brow, like a halo of glory, Will Jesus receive His own. [Chorus] 4 O joy! O delight! should we go without dying, No sickness, no sadness, no dread and no crying. Caught up thru the clouds with our Lord into glory, When Jesus receives His own. [Chorus] Topics: Second Coming Used With Tune: [It may be at morn, when the day is awaking]

Jesus, Still Lead On

Author: Nicholaus Ludwig von Zinzendorg, 1700-1760; Jane Laurie Borthwick, 1813-1897 Meter: 5.5.8.8.5.5 Appears in 291 hymnals Lyrics: 1 Jesus, still lead on, Till our rest is won, And, although the way be cheerless, We will follow, calm and fearless; Guide us by Thy hand To our fatherland. 2 If the way be drear, If the foe be near, Let not faithless fears o'ertake us; Let not faith and hope forsake us; For, through many a woe To our home we go. 3 When we seek relief From a long-felt grief, When oppressed by new temptations, Lord, increase and perfect patience; Show us that bright shore Where we weep no more. 4 Jesus, still lead on, Till our rest is won; Heavenly Leader, still direct us, Still support, console, protect us, Till we safely stand In our fatherland. Topics: Praise and Testimony Used With Tune: SEELENBRÄUTIGAM (ARNSTADT)

We Plough the Fields

Author: Matthias Claudius, 1740-1815; Jane Montgomery Campbell, 1817-1878 Meter: 7.6.7.6 D with refrain Appears in 457 hymnals First Line: We plough the fields and scatter Refrain First Line: All good gifts around us are sent from heaven above Lyrics: 1 We plough the fields, and scatter The good seed on the land, But it is fed and watered By God's almighty hand; He sends the snow in winter, The warmth to swell the grain, The breezes and the sunshine, And soft refreshing rain: Refrain" All good gifts around us Are sent from heaven above; Then thank the Lord, O thank the Lord For all His love. 2 He only is the Maker Of all things near and far; He paints the wayside flower; He lights the ev'ning star; The winds and waves obey Him, By Him the birds are fed; Much more to us, His children, He gives our daily bread: [Refrain] 3 We thank Thee, then, O Father, For all things bright and good, The seed-time and the harvest, Our life, our health, our food. No gifts have we to offer For all Thy love imparts, But that which Thou desirest, Our humble, thankful hearts: [Refrain] Used With Tune: WIR PFLÜGEN

O Jesus, I Have Promised

Author: John E. Bode, 1816-1874 Appears in 628 hymnals First Line: O Jesus, I have promised to serve Thee to the end Lyrics: 1 O Jesus, I have promised to serve Thee to the end; Be Thou forever near me, my Master and my Friend. I shall not fear the battle if Thou art by my side, Nor wander from the pathway if Thou wilt be my guide. 2 O let me feel Thee near me - the world is ever near; I see the sights that dazzle, the tempting sounds I hear. My foes are ever near me, around me and within; But, Jesus, draw Thou nearer, and shield my soul from sin. 3 O Jesus, Thou hast promised to all who follow Thee, That where Thou art in glory, there shall Thy servant be. And Jesus, I have promised to serve Thee to the end: O give me grace to follow, my Master and my Friend. Topics: Commitment; Discipleship Used With Tune: ANGEL'S STORY

Is Your All on the Altar?

Author: Elisha A. Hoffman, 1839-1929 Appears in 121 hymnals First Line: You have longed for sweet peace Refrain First Line: Is your all on the altar of sacrifice laid? Lyrics: 1 You have longed for sweet peace, and for faith to increase, And have earnestly, fervently prayed; But you cannot have rest or be perfectly blest Until all on the altar is laid. Chorus: Is your all on the altar of sacrifice laid? Your heart does the Spirit control? You can only be blest and have peace and sweet rest As you yield Him your body and soul. 2 Would you walk with the Lord, in the light of His Word, And have peace and contentment alway? You must do His sweet will, to be free from all ill - On the altar your all you must lay. [Chorus] 3 O we never can know what the Lord will bestow Of the blessings for which we have prayed, Till our body and soul He doth fully control, And our all on the altar is laid. [Chorus] 4 Who can tell all the love He will send from above, And how happy our hearts will be made, Of the fellowship sweet we shall share at His feet, When our all on the altar is laid! [Chorus] Topics: Challenge; Commitment Used With Tune: [You have longed for sweet peace]

Jesus Saves!

Author: Priscilla J. Owens, 1829-1907 Appears in 530 hymnals First Line: We have heard the joyful sound Lyrics: 1 We have heard the joyful sound - Jesus saves! Jesus saves! Spread the tidings all around - Jesus saves! Jesus saves! Bear the news to ev'ry land, Climb the steeps and cross the waves; Onward! 'tis our Lord's command - Jesus saves! Jesus saves! 2 Waft it on the rolling tide - Jesus saves! Jesus saves! Tell to sinners far and wide - Jesus saves! Jesus saves! Sing, ye islands of the sea! Echo back, ye ocean caves! Earth shall keep her jubilee - Jesus saves! Jesus saves! 3 Sing above the battle strife - Jesus saves! Jesus saves! By His death and endless life - Jesus saves! Jesus saves! Sing it softly thru the gloom, When the heart for mercy craves; Sing in triumph o'er the tomb - Jesus saves! Jesus saves! 4 Give the winds a mighty voice - Jesus saves! Jesus saves! Let the nations now rejoice - Jesus saves! Jesus saves! Shout salvation full and free, Highest hills and deepest caves; This our song of victory - Jesus saves! Jesus saves! Topics: Grace of God; Salvation Used With Tune: [We have heard the joyful sound]

Just As I Am

Author: Marianne Farningham, 1834-1909 Appears in 229 hymnals First Line: Just as I am, Thine own to be Lyrics: 1 Just as I am, Thine own to be, Friend of the young, Who lovest me, To consecrate myself to Thee, - O Jesus Christ, I come. 2 In the glad morning of my day, My life to give, my vows o pay, With no reserve and no delay, - With all my heart I come. 3 I would live ever in the light, I would work ever for the right, I would serve Thee with all my might, Therefore to Thee I come. 4 Just as I am, young, strong, and free, To be the best that I can be For truth, and righteousness and Thee, Lord of my life, I come. 5 And for Thy sake to win renown, And then to take the victor's crown, And at Thy feet to lay it down, O Master, Lord - I come. Topics: Commitment Used With Tune: JUST AS I AM

There's a Song in the Air!

Author: Josiah G. Holland, 1819-1881 Appears in 205 hymnals Lyrics: 1 There’s a song in the air! There’s a star in the sky! There’s a mother’s deep prayer And a baby’s low cry! And the star rains its fire while the beautiful sing, For the manger of Bethlehem cradles a King! 2 There's a tumult of joy O'er the wonderful birth, For the Virgin's sweet Boy Is the Lord of the earth. Ay! the star rains its fire while the beautiful sing, For the manger of Bethlehem cradles a King! 3 In the light of that star Lie the ages impearled, And that song from afar Has swept over the world. Ev'ry hearth is aflame - and the beautiful sing, In the homes of the nations that Jesus is King. 4 We rejoice in the light, And we echo the song That comes down thru the night From the heavenly throng. Ay! we shout to the lovely evangel they bring, And we greet in His cradle our Savior and King! Topics: Christmas Used With Tune: [There's a song in the air!]

Golden Harps Are Sounding

Author: Frances R. Havergal, 1836-1879 Appears in 266 hymnals Refrain First Line: All His work is ended, Joyfully we sing Lyrics: 1 Golden harps are sounding, Angel voices ring, Pearly gates are opened. Opened for the King: Christ, the King of glory, Jesus, King of love, Is gone up in triumph To His throne above. Refrain: All his work is ended, Joyfully we sing, Jesus hath ascended - Glory to our King. 2 He who came to save us, He who bled and died, Now is crowned with glory At His Father’s side: Nevermore to suffer, Nevermore to die, Jesus, King of glory, Is gone up on high. [Refrain] 3 Praying for His children, In that blessed place, Calling them to glory, Sending them His grace; His bright home preparing, Faithful ones, for you; Jesus ever liveth, Ever loveth, too. [Refrain] Topics: Resurrection and Reign Used With Tune: [Golden harps are sounding]

The Haven of Rest

Author: Henry L. Gilmour, 1836-1920 Appears in 328 hymnals First Line: My soul in sad exile was out of life's sea Refrain First Line: I've anchored my soul in the Haven of Rest Lyrics: 1 My soul in sad exile was out on life's sea, So burdened with sin and distrest, Till I heard a sweet voice, saying, "Make me your choice!" And I entered the Haven of Rest. Chorus: I've anchored my soul in the Haven of Rest, I'll sail the wide seas no more; The tempest may sweep over wild, stormy, deep - In Jesus I'm safe evermore. 2 I yielded myself to His tender embrace, In faith taking hold of the Word, My fetters fell off, and I anchored my soul - The "Haven of Rest" is my Lord. [Chorus] 3 The song of my soul, since the Lord made me whole, Has been the old story so blest Of Jesus, who'll save whosoever will have A home in the Haven of Rest! [Chorus] 4 O come to the Savior - He patiently waits To save by His power divine; Come, anchor your soul in the Haven of Rest, And say, "My Beloved is mine." [Chorus] Topics: Assurance and Trust; Peace and Security; Praise and Testimony Used With Tune: [My soul in sad exile was out of life's sea]

The Lord Is My Shepherd

Author: James Montgomery Appears in 595 hymnals First Line: The Lord is my Shepherd, no want shall I know Lyrics: 1 The Lord is my Shepherd, no want shall I know, I feed in green pastures, safe-folded I rest; He leadeth my soul where the still waters flow, Restores me when wandering, redeems when oppressed; Restores me when wandering, redeems when oppressed. 2 Thro' the valley and shadow of death though I stray, Since Thou art my guardian, no evil I fear; Thy rod shall defend me, Thy staff be my stay; No harm can befall with my Comforter near, No harm can befall with my Comforter near. 3 In the midst of affliction my table is spread, With blessings unmeasured my cup runneth o'er; With perfume and oil, Thou anointest my head; O what shall I ask of Thy providence more? O what shall I ask of Thy providence more? 4 Let goodness and mercy, my bountiful God, Still follow my steps till I meet Thee above; I seek, by the path which my forefathers trod Thro' the land of their sojourn, Thy kingdom of love, Thro' the land of their sojourn, Thy Kingdom of love. Amen. Topics: Comfort; Guidance and Care Used With Tune: [The Lord is my Shepherd, no want shall I know]

Jesus, I Am Resting

Author: Jean Sophia Pigott, 1845-1882 Appears in 73 hymnals First Line: Jesus, I am resting, resting Refrain First Line: Jesus, I am resting, resting Lyrics: 1 Jesus, I am resting, resting, In the joy of what Thou art; I am finding out the greatness Of Thy loving heart. Thou hast bid me gaze upon Thee, And Thy beauty fills my soul, For by Thy transforming power, Thou hast made me whole. Chorus: Jesus, I am resting, resting, In the joy of what Thou art; I am finding out the greatness Of Thy loving heart. 2 Simply trusting Thee, Lord Jesus, I behold Thee as Thou art, And Thy love so pure, so changeless, Satisfies my heart - Satisfies its deepest longings, Meets, and fills its ev'ry need, Campasseth me round with blessings: Thine is love indeed! [Chorus] 4 Ever lift Thy face upon me As I watch and wait for Thee; Resting ’neath Thy smile, Lord Jesus, Earth’s dark shadows flee. Brightness of my Father’s glory, Sunshine of my Father’s face, Keep me ever trusting, resting, Fill me with Thy grace. [Chorus] Topics: Assurance and Trust; Comfort; Worship of God Used With Tune: TRANQUILLITY

Yesterday, Today, Forever

Author: Albert B. Simpson, 1843-1919 Appears in 47 hymnals First Line: O how sweet the glorious message Lyrics: 1 O how sweet the glorious message Simple faith may claim: Yesterday, today, forever Jesus is the same! Still He loves to save the sinful, Heal the sick and lame Cheer the mourner, calm the tempest - Glory to His name! Chorus: Yesterday, today, forever, Jesus is the same. All may change, but Jesus never - Glory to His name! Glory to His name! Glory to His name; All may change, but Jesus never - Glory to His name! 2 He who pardoned erring Peter Never need'st thou fear, He who came to erring Thomas All thy doubt will clear; He who let the loved disciple On His bosom rest Bids thee still, with love as tender Lean upon His breast. [Chorus] 3 He who 'mid the raging billows Walked upon the sea Still can hush our wildest tempest, As on Galilee; He who wept and prayed in anguish In Gethsemane Drinks with us each cup of trembling, In our agony. [Chorus] 4 As of old He walked to Emmaus, With them to abide So thru all life’s way He walketh, Ever near our side; Soon again shall we behold Him - Hasten, Lord, the day! But 'twill still "be this same Jesus," As He went away. [Chorus] Topics: Assurance and Trust Used With Tune: [O how sweet the glorious message]

Channels Only

Author: Mary E. Maxwell, 20th century Appears in 49 hymnals First Line: How I praise Thee, precious Savior Refrain First Line: Channels only, blessed Master Lyrics: 1 How I praise Thee, precious Savior, That Thy love laid hold of me; Thou hast saved and cleansed and filled me That I might Thy channel be. Chorus: Channels only, blessed Master - But with all Thy wondrous pow'r Flowing thru us, Thou canst use us Ev'ry day and ev'ry hour. 2 Emptied that Thou shouldest fill me, A clean vessel in Thy hand, With no pow'r but as Thou givest Graciously with each command. [Chorus] 3 Witnessing Thy pow'r to save me, Setting free from self and sin, Thou who boughtest to possess me, In Thy fullness, Lord, come in. [Chorus] 4 Jesus, fill now with Thy Spirit Hearts that full surrender know, That the streams of living water From our inner man may flow. [Chorus] Topics: Holy Spirit and Revival; Service Used With Tune: [How I praise Thee, precious Savior]

Jesus! The Sinner's Friend

Meter: 8.6.8.6 Appears in 1 hymnal Topics: Blood of Christ; Peace and Security; Worship of God Used With Tune: BEATITUDO

He Hideth My Soul

Author: Fanny J. Crosby, 1820-1915 Appears in 271 hymnals First Line: A wonderful Savior is Jesus my Lord Refrain First Line: He hideth my soul in the cleft of the rock Lyrics: 1 A wonderful Saviour is Jesus my Lord, A wonderful Savior to me, He hideth my soul in the cleft of the rock, Where rivers of pleasure I see. Chorus: He hideth my soul in the cleft of the rock, That shadows a dry thirsty land; He hideth my life in the depths of his love, And covers me there with his hand, And covers me there with his hand. 2 A wonderful Savior is Jesus my Lord, He taketh my burden away; He holdeth me up, and I shall not be moved, He giveth me strength as my day. [Chorus] 3 With numberless blessings each moment He crowns, And, filled with His fullness divine, I sing in my rapture, "O,glory to God For such a Redeemer as mine!" [Chorus] 4 When clothed in His brightness transported I rise To meet Him in clouds of the sky, His perfect salvation, His wonderful love, I'll shout with the millions on high. [Chorus] Topics: Assurance and Trust; Peace and Security Used With Tune: [A wonderful Savior is Jesus my Lord]

Make Me a Channel of Blessing

Author: Harper G. Smyth, 1873-1945 Appears in 93 hymnals First Line: Is your life a channel of blessing? Refrain First Line: Make me a channel of blessing today Lyrics: 1 Is your life a channel of blessing? Is the love of God flowing thru you? Are you telling the lost of the Savior? Are you ready His service to do? Chorus: Make me a channel of blessing today, Make me a channel of blessing, I pray; My life possessing, my service blessing, Make me a channel of blessing today. 2 Is your life a channel of blessing? Are you burdened for those who are lost? Have you urged upon those who are straying The Saviour who died on the cross? [Chorus] 3 Is your life a channel of blessing? Is it daily telling for Him? Have you spoken the word of salvation To those who are dying in sin? [Chorus] 4 We cannot be channels of blessing If our lives are not free from known sin; We will barriers be and a hindrance To those we are trying to win. [Chorus] Topics: Aspiriaton; Challenge Used With Tune: [Is your life a channel of blessing?]

When We All Get to Heaven

Author: Eliza E. Hewitt, 1851-1920 Appears in 305 hymnals First Line: Sing the wondrous love of Jesus Lyrics: 1 Sing the wondrous love of Jesus, Sing His mercy and His grace; In the mansions bright and blessed, He’ll prepare for us a place. Chorus: When we all get to heaven, What a day of rejoicing that will be! When we all see Jesus, We’ll sing and shout the victory. 2 While we walk the pilgrim pathway Clouds will overspread the sky; But when trav’ling days are over, Not a shadow, not a sigh. [Chorus] 3 Let us then be true and faithful, Trusting, serving every day; Just one glimpse of Him in glory Will the toils of life repay. [Chorus] 4 Onward to the prize before us! Soon His beauty we’ll behold; Soon the pearly gates will open - We shall tread the streets of gold. [Chorus] Topics: Heaven and Eternity Used With Tune: [Sing the wondrous love of Jesus]

Glory to His Name

Author: Elisha A. Hoffman, 1839-1929 Appears in 808 hymnals First Line: Down at the cross where my Savior died Lyrics: 1 Down at the cross where my Savior died, Down where for cleansing from sin I cried, There to my heart was the blood applied - Glory to His name. Chorus: Glory to His name, Glory to His name; There to my heart was the blood applied - Glory to His name. 2 I am so wondrously saved from sin. Jesus so sweetly abides within; There at the cross where He took me in - Glory to His name. [Chorus] 3 O precious fountain that saves from sin, I am so glad I have entered in; There Jesus saves me and keeps me clean - Glory to His name. [Chorus] 4 Come to this fountain so rich and sweet; Cast thy poor soul at the Savior's feet; Plunge in today, and be made complete - Glory to His name. [Chorus] Topics: Blood of Christ; Name of Jesus; Passion and Cross; Praise and Testimony Used With Tune: [Down at the cross where my Savior died]

I Waited for the Lord My God

Appears in 66 hymnals Lyrics: 1 I waited for the Lord my God, And patiently did bear; At length to me he did incline, My voice and cry to hear. 2 He took me from a fearful pit And from the miry clay, And on a rock He set my feet, Establishing my way. 3 He put a new song in my mouth, Our God to magnify: Many shall see it, and shall fear, and on the Lord rely. 4 O blessed is the man whose trust Upon the Lord relies; Respecting not the proud, nor such As turn aside to lies. 5 O Lord my God, full many are The wonders Thou hast done; Thy gracious thoughts to us-ward far Above all thoughts are gone. 6 Thy tender mercies, Lord, from me O do Thou not restrain; Thy loving-kindness, and Thy truth, let them me still maintain. Topics: Assurance and Trust; Praise and Testimony Used With Tune: BALLERMA Text Sources: Scottish Psalter

Tell It to Jesus

Author: Jeremiah E. Rankin, 1828-1904 Appears in 302 hymnals First Line: Are you weary, are you heavy hearted? Refrain First Line: Tell it to Jesus, tell it to Jesus Lyrics: 1 Are you weary, are you heavy-hearted? Tell it to Jesus, Tell it to Jesus; Are you grieving over joys departed? Tell it to Jesus alone. Chorus: Tell it to Jesus, tell it to Jesus, He is a friend that's well-known; You've no other such a friend or brother, Tell it to Jesus alone. 2 Do the tears flow down your cheeks unbidden? Tell it to Jesus, Tell it to Jesus; Have you sins that to men's eyes are hidden? Tell it to Jesus alone. [Chorus] 3 Do you fear the gath'ring clouds of sorrow? Tell it to Jesus, Tell it to Jesus; Are you anxious what shall be tomorrow? Tell it to Jesus alone. [Chorus] 4 Are you troubled at the thought of dying? Tell it to Jesus, Tell it to Jesus; For Christ's coming kingdom are you sighing? Tell it to Jesus alone. [Chorus] Topics: Prayer Used With Tune: [Are you weary, are you heavy hearted?]

The Regions Beyond

Author: Albert B. Simpson Appears in 35 hymnals First Line: To the regions beyond I must go Refrain First Line: To the regions beyond, I must go Lyrics: 1 To the regions beyond I must go, I must go, Where the story has never been told; To the millions that never have heard of His love, I must tell the sweet story of old. Refrain: To the regions beyond I must go, I must go, Till the world, all the world, His salvation shall know. 2 To the hardest of places He calls me to go, Not thinking of comfort or ease; The world may pronounce me a dreamer, a fool - Enough if the Master I please. [Refrain] 3 O ye that are spending your leisure and powers In pleasures so foolish and fond, Awake from your selfishness, folly, and sin And go to the regions beyond. [Refrain] 4 There are other lost sheep that the Master must bring, And to them must the message be told. He sends me to gather them out of all lands And welcome them back to His fold. [Refrain] Topics: Challenge; Commitment; Service; Soul Winning Used With Tune: [To the regions beyond I must go]

Brightest and Best of the Sons of the Morning

Author: Reginald Heber, 1783-1826 Meter: 11.10.11.10 Appears in 912 hymnals Lyrics: 1 Brightest and best of the sons of the morning, Dawn on our darkness, and lend us thine aid; Star of the east, the horizon adorning, Guide where our infant Redeemer is laid! 2 Cold on his cradle the dew-drops are shining, Low lies his head with the beasts of the stall; Angels adore him, in slumber reclining, Maker, and Monarch, and Savior of all. 3 Say, shall we yield him, in costly devotion, Odors of Edom, and offerings divine, Gems of the mountain, and pearls of the ocean, Myrrh from the forest, or gold from the mine? 4 Vainly we offer each ample oblation; Vainly with gifts would his favor secure: Richer by far is the heart's adoration, Dearer to God are the prayers of the poor. 5 Brightest and best of the sons of the morning, Dawn on our darkness, and lend us thine aid; Star of the east, the horizon adorning, Guide where our infant Redeemer is laid! Amen. Topics: Christmas Used With Tune: MORNING STAR

The Church's One Foundation

Author: Samuel J. Stone, 1839-1900 Appears in 869 hymnals Lyrics: 1 The Church's one foundation Is Jesus Christ her Lord; She is His new creation By water and the Word: From heav'n He came and sought her To be His holy bride; With His own blood he bought her, And for her life He died. 2 Elect from ev'ry nation, Yet one o'er all the earth, Her charter of salvation One Lord, one faith, one birth; One holy name she blesses, Partakes one holy food, And to one hope she presses, With ev'ry grace endued. 3 'Mid toil and tribulation, And tumult of her war, She waits the consummation Of peace forevermore; Till with the vision glorious Her longing eyes are blest, And the great Church victorious Shall be the Church at rest. 4 Yet she on earth hath union With God the Three in One, And mystic sweet communion With those whose rest is won: O happy ones and holy! Lord, give us grace that we, Like them, the meek and lowly, On high may dwell with Thee. Topics: Church of Christ Used With Tune: AURELIA

Rescue the Perishing

Author: Fanny J. Crosby, 1820-1915 Appears in 785 hymnals First Line: Rescue the perishing, care for the dying Refrain First Line: Rescue the perishing, care for the dying Lyrics: 1 Rescue the perishing, care for the dying, Snatch them in pity from sin and the grave; Weep o'er the erring one, lift up the fallen, Tell them of Jesus, the mighty to save. Chorus: Rescue the perishing, Care for the dying; Jesus is merciful, Jesus will save! 2 Tho they are slighting Him, still He is waiting, Waiting the penitent child to receive. Plead with them earnestly, plead with them gently, He will forgive if they only believe. [Chorus] 3 Down in the human heart, crushed by the tempter, Feelings lie buried that grace can restore. Touched by a loving heart, wakened by kindness, Chords that are broken will vibrate once more. [Chorus] 4 Rescue the perishing, duty demands it - Strength for thy labor the Lord will provide; Back to the narrow way patiently win them, Tell the poor wand'rer a Savior has died. [Chorus] Topics: Service; Soul Winning Used With Tune: [Rescue the perishing, care for the dying]

Where Cross the Crowded Ways of Life

Author: Franklin Mason North, 1850-1935 Appears in 371 hymnals Lyrics: 1 Where cross the crowded ways of life, Where sound the cries of race and clan, Above the noise of selfish strife, We hear Thy voice, O Son of man! 2 In haunts of wretchedness and need, On shadowed thresholds dark with fears, From paths where hide the lures of greed, We catch the vision of Thy tears. 3 The cup of water giv'n for Thee Stills holds the freshness of Thy grace; Yet long these multitudes to see The sweet compassion of Thy face. 4 O Master, from the mountain side, Make haste to heal these hearts of pain, Among these restless throngs abide, O tread the city's streets again: 5 Till sons of men shall learn Thy love, And follow where Thy feet have trod; Till glorious, from Thy heav'n above, Shall come the city of our God. Topics: Home Used With Tune: GERMANY

O Perfect Love

Author: Dorothy B. Gurney, 1858-1932 Appears in 239 hymnals First Line: O perfect Love, all human thought transcending Lyrics: 1 O perfect Love, all human thought transcending, Humbly we come in prayer before Thy throne, That theirs may be the love that knows no ending, Whom Thou forevermore dost join in one. 2 O perfect Life, be Thou their full assurance Of tender charity and steadfast faith, Of patient hope, and quiet, brave endurance, With childlike trust that fears no pain nor death. 3 Grant them the joy which brightens earthly sorrow, Grant them the peace which calms all earthly strife, And to life's day the glorious unknown morrow That dawns upon eternal love and life. Used With Tune: O PERFECT LOVE

Why Do I Sing About Jesus?

Author: A. A. K. Appears in 26 hymnals First Line: Deep in my heart there's a gladness Lyrics: 1 Deep in my heart there's a gladness, Jesus has saved me from sin! Praise to His name - what a Saviour! Cleansing without and within. Chorus: Why do I sing about Jesus? Why is He precious to me? He is my Lord and my Saviour - Dying! He set me free! 2 Only a glimpse of His goodness, That was sufficient for me; Only one look at the Saviour, Then was my spirit set free. [Chorus] 3 He is the fairest of fair ones, He is the Lily, the Rose; Rivers of mercy surround Him, Grace, love, and pity He shows. [Chorus] Topics: Cleansing and Forgiveness; Praise and Testimony Used With Tune: [Deep in my heart there's a gladness]

I Am the Resurrection

Appears in 6 hymnals First Line: I am the resurrection and the life Lyrics: I am the resurrection and the life, He that believeth in me tho' He were deade, Yet shall He live, Yet shall he live, And whosoever liveth and believeth in me shall never, never die. Scripture: John 11:25-26 Used With Tune: [I am the resurrection and the life]

Jesus Christ is the Way

Author: Letitia Schuler; E. S. Murray Appears in 5 hymnals Used With Tune: [Jesus Christ is the Way]

For All My Sin

Author: M. J. C. Appears in 6 hymnals First Line: It was His love for me Refrain First Line: O, what a Savior is mine! Topics: Cleansing and Forgiveness; Love Of God; Passion and Cross Used With Tune: [It was His love for me]

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