Like a sunbeam

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1. When a shadow falleth
At the close of day
On the weary spirit,
Dark'ning all the way;
Like a golden sunbeam
Lighting up the west
Are the words of Jesus,
"Come to me and rest."

Chorus:
Blessed words he speaketh
To the heart opprest;
O hear him!
"Come, ye heavy laden,
Come to me, and I will give you rest."

2. Blessed words of Jesus,
Banishing our fears,
Shining like a rainbow
On our falling tears.
Full of joy and comfort
Full of peace so blest,
Are the words he speaketh,
"Come to me and rest. [Chorus]

3. "Come," in love he pleadeth,
"Come to me today,"
Waiting not a moment
Gladly we obey.
Satisfied while leaning
On his gentle breast;
Praising him for saying,
"Come to me and rest." [Chorus]

Source: Carols of Hope: a compilation of select sacred songs for use in Sunday schools, praise and young people's services #202

Author: Ada Blenkhorn

Ada Jane Blenkhorn Canada 1858-1927 Born in Cobourg, Ontario, the 10th of 11 children, she emigrated with her family to the U.S. In 1884 and settled in Cleveland, OH.. She was raised a Methodist, and began writing hymn lyrics at age 34. A prolific writer of hymn lyrics, she was about to give it up when a friend encouraged her to continue, telling her some soul might be saved by a hymn she would write. She worked for many years as secretary to her brother, Henry's, real estate company. After his death in 1923, she became president of the company. She never married. John Perry  Go to person page >

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First Line: When a shadow falleth
Title: Like a sunbeam
Author: Ada Blenkhorn
Refrain First Line: Blessed words he speaketh
Copyright: Public Domain

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