THE BENSON LIBRARY OF HYMNOLOGY Endowed by the Reverend Louis Fitzgerald Benson, d.d. ? LIBRARY OF THE THEOLOGICAL SEMINARY PRINCETON, NEW JERSEY 5^8 £737 Digitized by the Internet Archive in 2012 with funding from Princeton Theological Seminary Library http://archive.org/details/gospelh1t00sank Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6, BY Ira D.'Sankey James McGranahan and Geo. C. Stebbins (BREVIER EDITION) PUBLISHED BY THE BIGLOW & MAIN CO, THE JOHN CHURCH CQ New York. Cincinnati. May be ordered of Booksellers and Music Dealers. CePYfiioHT, 1895, by The Biglow & Main Co. and The John Church Co All Rights Reserved, PREFACE. GOSPEL HYMNS Nos. i and 2, by P. P. Buss and Ira D. Sankey ; Nos. 3, 4, 5, and 6, by Ira D. Sankey, James McGranahan and Geo. C. Stebbins, are now compiled in this volume under the title of Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6. All duplicate pieces have been omitted and the Hymns re-numbered in consecutive order from 1 to 739. In addition to the large number of Gospel Hymns and Sacred Songs in this collection there will also be found over 125 of the most useful and popular Standard Hymns and Tunes of the Church. NOTE. — It is a direct -violation of the Copyright Law to reprint or publish copyright woras or music, for any purpose whatever, without first having secured written permission to do so from ths owners of copyright, THE 1'UBLISHERS Gospel Hymns Nos. l to 6 Complete. ALL people that on earth do dwell, Sing to the Lord with cheerful voice; Him serve with mirth, His praise forth tell. Come ye before Him and rejoice. 2 Know that the Lord is God indeed; Without our aid Hd did us make: We are His Hock, He doth us feed, And for His sheep He doth us take. 3 O enter then His gates with praise, Approach with joy His courts unto: Praise, laud, and bless His name always, For it is seemly so to do. 4 For why? the Lord our God is good, His mercy is for ever sure; His truth at all times firmly stood, And shall from age to age endure. DOXOLOGY. L. M. PRAISE God, from whom all blessings flow; Praise Him, all creatures here below; Praise Him above, ye heavenly host; y Praise Father, Son, and Holy Ghost Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to G Complete. GRACE. May be sung before and after meat* 3 Blessing Invoked. E present at our table, Lord B ] Be here and everywhere adored; These mercies bless, and grant that we May feast in Paradise with Thee. Thanks Returned. 'TT/'E thank Thee, Lord, for this our food, \ \ For life, and health, and every good: Let rnanna to our souls be given, — The Bread of Life sent down from heaven. T IS the promise of God, full salvation to give Unto him who on Jesus, His Son, will believe. |[; Hallelujah, 'tis done ! I believe on the Son; I am saved by the blood of the crucified One. :[| 2 Tho' the pathway be lonely, and dangerous too, Surely Jesus is able to carry me through. Hallelujah, 'tis done! etc. 3 Many loved ones have I in yon heavenly throng, They are safe now in glory, and this is their song: Hallelujah, 'tis done ! etc. 4 Little children I see standing close by their King, And lie smiles as their BOHg of salvation they sing: Hallelujah, 'tis done ! etc. J5 There are prophets and kings in that throng I behold, And they sing as they march through the streets of pure Hallelujah, tis done ! etc. Ug oltl: G There's a part in that chorus for you and for me, And the theme of our praises forever will be: Hallelujah, tis done ! etc. 6 SAFE in the arms of Jesus, Safe on His gentle breast, There by ilis love o'ershaded, Sweetly my soul shall rest. Gospzl Hymns Xos. 1 to 6 Complete. Hark ! 'tis the voice of angels, Borne in a song to me, Over the fields of glory, Over the Jasper sea. Cho. — Safe in the arms of Jesus, Safe on His gentle breast, There by His love o'ershaded, Sweetly my soul shall rest. Safe in the arms of Jesus, Safe from corroding care, Safe from the world's temptations, Sin cannot harm me there. Free from the blight of sorrow, Free from my doubts and fears; Only a few more trials, Only a few more tears ! Jesus, my heart's dear refuge, Jesus has died for me; Firm on the Eock of Ages Ever my trust shall be. Here let me wait with patience, "Wait till the night is o'er; Wait till I see the morning Break on the golden shore. IN some way or other the Lord will provide: It may not be my way, It may not be thy way; And yet, in His own way, " The Lord will provide/' Cho. — Then, we'll trust in the Lord, And He will provide; Yes, we'll trust in the Lord, And He will provide. 2 At some time or other the Lord will provide; It may not be ray time, It may not be thy time; And yet, in His own time, " The Lord will provide." Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 3 Despond then no longer: the Lord will provide; And this be the token — No word He hath spoken Was ever yet broken: "The Lord will provide." 4 March on then right boldly; the sea shall divide; The pathway made glorious, With shoutings victorious, "We'll join in the chorus, " The Lord will provide." 8 WAXDTUNG afar from the dwellings of men, Hear the sad cry of the lepers — the ten; " Jesus, have mercy !" brings healing divine; One came to worship, but where are the nine? Cho. — 1|; Where are the nine? :[| Were there not ten cleansed? Where are tho nine ? 2 Loudly the stranger sang praise to the Lord, Knowing the cure had been wrought by His word, Gratefully owning the Healer Divine; Jesus says tenderly, " Where are the niue ?" 3 "Who is this Nazarenc ?" Pharisees say; " Is He the Christ? tell us plainly, we pray." Multitudes follow him seeking a sign, {Show them His mighty works — where arc the nine? 4 Jesus on trial to-day wo can see, Thousands deridingly ask, "Who is He?" How they're rejecting Him, your Lord and mine ! Briu" in the witnesses — where aro the nine? 9 Wn.VT means this eager, anxious throng. Which moves with busy haste along, These wondrous gatherings day by 'lay ? What means this strange commotion, pray? In accents hushed the throng reply: "Jesus of Nazareth passeth by." 2 Who is this Jesus? Why should Ho The city move so mightily? Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. A passing stranger, has He skill To move the multitude at will? Again the stirring notes reply: "Jesus of Nazareth passeth by." 3 Jesus! 'tis He who once below Man's pathway trod, 'mid pain and woe; And burdened ones, where'er He came, Brought out their sick, and deaf and lame, The blind rejoiced to hear the cry — "Jesus of Nazareth passeth by." 4 Again He comes! From place to place His holy footprints we can trace. He pauseth at our threshold — nay, He enters — condescends to stay. Shall we not gladly raise the cry — "Jesus of Nazareth passeth by? " 5 Ho! all ye heavy-laden, come! Here's pardon, comfort, rest, and home. Ye wanderers from a Father's face, Return, accept His proffered grace. Ye tempted ones, there's refuge nigh, "Jesus of Nazareth passeth by." 6 But if you still this call refuse, And all His wondrous love abuse, Soon will He sadly from you turn, Your bitter prayer for pardon spurn. "Too late! too late!" will be the cry — "Jesus of Nazareth has passed by." 10 THIS loving Saviour Stands patiently; Though oft rejected, Calls again for thee. Cho. — Calling now for thee, prodigal, Calling now for thee; Thou hast wandered far away, But He's calling now for thee. 2 Oh, boundless mercy, Free, free to all ! Stay, child of error, Heed the tender call. Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 11 12 3 Though all unworthy, Come, now, come home — Say, while he's waiting, "Jesus, dear, I come." "0 ! my comrades, see the signal . Waving in the sky ! lie-inforcements now appearing, Victory is nigh ! H Cho. — "Hold the fort, for I am coming," Jesus signals still, Wave the answer back to Heaven, "By Thy grace we will." 2 See the might}' host advancing, Satan leading on: Mighty men around us falling, Courage almost gone. 3 See the glorious banner waving, Hear the bugle blow; In our Leader's name we'll triumph Over every foe. 4 Fierce and long the battle rages, JSut our Help is near; Onward comes our Great Commander, Cheer, my comrades, cheer ! THERE is a gate that stands ajar, And through its portals gleaming, A radiance from the Cross afar, The Saviour's love revealing. Kef. —Oli, depth of mercy ! can it bo That gate was left ajar for me? For me, for me? Was left ajar for me? 2 That gate ajar stands free for all Who seek through it salvation; The rich and poor, the great and small. Of every tribe and nation, Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 3 Press onward then, though foes may frown, While mercy's gate is open: Accept the cross, and win the crown, Love's everlasting token. 13 14 4 Beyond the river's brink we'll lay The cross that here is given, And bear the crown of life away, And love Him more in heaven. FREE from the law, oh, happy condition, Jesus hath bled, and there is remission, Cursed by the law and bruised by the fall, Grace hath redeemed us once for all. Cho. — Once for all, oh, sinner receive it, Once for all, oh, brother believe it; Cling to the Cross, the burden will fall, Christ hath redeemed us once for all. 2 Now are we free — there's no condemnation, Jesus provides a perfect salvation; "Come unto Me," oh, hear His sweet call, Come, and He saves us once for all. 3 "Children of God," oh, glorious calling, Surely His grace will keep us from falling; Passing from death to life at His call, Blessed salvation, once for all. WORK, for the night is coming, Work thro' the morning hours; W T ork while the dew is sparkling, Work 'mid springing flowers: Work, when the day grows brighter, Work in the glowing sun; Work, for the night is coming, When man's work is done. 2 Work, for the night is coming, Work through the sunny noon; Fill brightest hours with labor, Rest comes sure and soon, 10 Gospel Hymks Nos. 1 to G Complete. Give every flying minute, Something to keep in store, "Work, for the night is coming, When man works no more. 3 Work, for the night is coming, Under the sunset skies; While their bright tints are glowing, Work, for daylight flies, Work till the last beam fadeth, Fadeth to shine no more; Work while the night is darkening, When man's work is o'er. 15 TWILL sing you a song of that beautiful land, The far-away home of the soul, Where no storms ever beat on the glittering strand, [|; While the years of eternity roll. :|| Where no storms ever beat on the glittering strand, While the years of eternity roll. 2 Oh, that home of the soul in my visions and dreams, Its bright, jasper walls I can sit; Till I fancy but thinly the vail intervenes || '.Between the fair city and me. :l| Till I fancy, etc. 3 That unchangeable home is for you and for me, Where Jesus of Nazareth stands, The King of all kingdoms forever, is He, ||:And Ho holdeth our crowns in His hands. : j The King of, etc. ■4 Oh, how sweet it will bo in that beautiful land, Si) free from all sorrow and pain; With songs on our lips and with harps in our hands, II : To meet one another again. :|| With songs on m rpiIEKE is a land of pure delight, J_ Where saints immortal reign; Eternal dayexoludes the night, And pleasures banish pain. There everlasting spring abides, And never-withering flower3; Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 11 Death, like a narrow sea, divides This heavenly land from ours. 2 Sweet fields beyond the swelling flood, Stand dressed in living green, So to the Jews old Canaan stood, While Jordan rolled between. Could we but climb where Moses stood. And view the landscape o'er, Not Jordan's stream, nor death s cold flood, Should fright us from the shore. 17 WE'KE going home, No more to roam, No more to sin and sorrow; No more to wear The brow of care, We're going home to-morrow. Cho. — We're going home, we're going home to-morrow, We're going home, we're going home to-morrow. 2 For weary feet Awaits a street Of wondrous pave and golden; For hearts that ache, The angels wake The story, sweet and olden. 3 For those who sleep, And those who weep, Above the portals narrow, The mansions rise Beyond the skies — We're going home to-morrow. 4 Oh, joyful song! Oh, ransomed throng! Where sin no more shall sever; Our King to see, And, oh, to be With Him at home forever! 12 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to G Complete. 18 1^ I AM so glad that our Father in heaven Tells of His love in the book lie has given, Wonderful things in the Bible I see; This is the dearest, that Jesus loves me. Cho. — I am so glad that Jesus loves me, Jesus loves me, Jesus loves me, I am so glad that Jesus loves me, Jesus loves even me. 2 Though I forget Him and wander away, Still He doth love me wherever I stray; Back to His dear loving arms would 1 llee, "When I remember that Jesus loves me. 3 Oh, if there's only one song I can sing, When in His beauty I see the Great King, This shall my song in eternity be: "Oh, what a wouder that Jesus loves me.'' JESUS loves me, and I know I love Him. Love brought Him down my poor soul to> redeem; Yes, it was love made Him die on the tree, Oh, I am certain that Jesus loves me. Cho. — I am so glad, etc. 2 If one should ask of mo, how could I tell? Glory to Jesus, I know very well: God's Holy Spirit with mine doth agree, Constantly witnessing — Jesus loves me. 3 In this assurance T find sweetest rest, Trusting in Jesus, I know 1 am blest; Satan dismayed, from my soul now doth ilee., When I just t« 11 him that Jesus loves me. EEJOICE and bo dad I The Redeemer has corns ! Qo look on His cradle. His cross, and His tomb. Gospel Hymns Xos. 1 to 6 Complete. 13 Cho. — Sound His praises, tell the Story, Of Him who was slain; Sound His praises tell with gladness, He liveth again. 2 Rejoice and be glad ! It is sunshine at last ! The clouds have dejxarted, the shadows are past. 3 Rejoice and be glad ! For the blood hath been shed; Redemption is finished, the price hath been paid. 4 Rejoice and be glad ! Now the pardon is free ! The Just for the unjust has died on the tree. 5 Rejoice and be glad! For the Lamb that was slain O'er death is triumphant, and liveth again. 6 Rejoice and be glad ! For our King is on high, He pleadeth for us on His throne in the sky. 7 Rejoice and be glad! For He cometh again; He cometh in glory, the Lamb that was slain. Cho. — Sound His praises, tell the Story, Of Him who was slain; Sound His praises tell with gladness, He cometh again. 20 w E praise Thee, O God ! for the Son of Thy love, For Jesus who died, and is now g me above. Cho. — Hallelujah ! Thine the glory, Hallelujah ! amen. Hallelujah ! Thine the glory, revive us again. 2 We praise Thee, O God ! for Thy Spirit of light, Who has shown us our Saviour, and scattered our night. 3 All glory and praise to the Lamb that was slain, Who hath borne all our sins, and hath cleansed every stain, 14 Gospel Hymxs Nos. 1 to G Complete. 4 All glory and praise to the God of all grace, Who has bought us; and sought us, and guided our ways. 5 Revive us again; fill each heart with Thy love; May each soul be rekindled with fire from above. 21 22 ROCK of Ages, cleft for me, Let me hide myself in Thee; Let the water and the blood, From Thy riven side which flowed, Be of sin the double cure, Save me from its guilt and power. 2 Not the labor of my hands Can fulfil Thy law's demands; Could my zeal no respite know, Could my tears forever flow, All for sin could not atone; Thou must save, and Thou alone. 3 Nothing in my hand I bring, Simply to Thy cross I cling; Naked, come to Thee for dress, Helpless look to Thee for grace; Foul, I to the fountain fly, Wash me, Saviour, or I die. 4 While I draw this fleeting breath, While mine eyes shall close in death, When I soar to worlds unknown, See Thee on Thy judgment throne, Bock of Ages, cleft for me, Let me hide myself in Thee. HAVE you on the Lord believed? Still there's more to follow; ( »i I lis grace have you received ? Still there's more to follow; Oh, the craoe the Father shows I Still there's more to follow, Freely He His grace bestows, Still there's more to follow. 23 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 15 Cho. — More and more, more and more, Always more to follow, Oh, Hits matchless, boundless love! Still there's more to follow. 2 Have you felt the Saviour near? Still there's more to follow; Does His blessed presence cheer? Still there's more to follow; Oh, the love that Jesus shoi Still there's more to follow, Freely He His love bestows, Still there's more to follow. 3 Have you felt the Spirit's power? Still there's more to follow; Falling like the gentle shower? Still there's more to follow; Oh, the pow'r the Spirit shows! Still there's more to follow, Freely He His power bestows, Still there's more to follow. HEAVENLY Father, bless me now; At the cross of Christ I bow; Take my guilt and grief away; Hear and heal me now, I pray. Hep. — Bless me now, bless me now, Heavenly Father, bless me n 2 Now, O Lord ! this very hour, Send Thy grace and show Thy power; While I rest upon Thy word, Come and bless me now, Lord ! 3 Now, just now, for Jesus' sake, Lift the clouds, the fetters break; While I look, and as 1 cry, Touch and cleanse me ere I die. 4 Never did I so adore Jesus Christ, Thy Son, before; Now the time ! and this the place ! Gracious Father, show Thy grace. 16 Gosp::l Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 24 TTTEARY gleaner, whence cpmest thou, y y With empty hands and clouded brow? Plodding along thy lonely way, Tell me, where hast thou gleaned to-day? Lute I found a barren field, The harvest past my search revealed, Others golden sheaves had gained, Only stubble for me remained. Cho. — Forth to the harvest field away ! Gather your handfuls while you may; All day long in the field abide, Gleaning close by the reapers' side. 2 Careless gleaner, what hast thou here, These faded flowers and leaflets sere ? Hungry and thirsty, tell me, pray, Where, oh, where hast thou gleaned to-day? All day long in shady bowers, I've gaily sought earth's fairest flowers; Now, alas ! too late I see All I've gathered is vanity. 3 Burdened gleaner, thy sheaves I see; Indeed thou must a-weary be ! Singing along the homeward way, Glad one, where hast thou gleaned to-day? Stay me not, till day is done I've gather'd handfuls one by one; Here and there for me they fall, Close by the reapers I've found them all. 25 All, my heart is heavy-laden, Weary and oppressed : "Come to me," saith One, "and coming, Be at rest : " Cno. — " Come to me," saith One, " and coming, JJe at rest ! " 2 Hath He marks to lead me to Him, [f Be be my ( hiide? 44 In His feet and hands are wound-prints, Alii His : 26 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to G Complete. 17 3 Is there diadem, as monarch, That His brow adorns ? ** Yes, a crown in very surety, But of thorns ! " 4 If I find Him, if I follow, What's my portion here? "Many a sorrow, many a conflict, Many a tear." 5 If I still hold closely to Him, What have I at last ? "Sorrow vanquished, labor ended, Jordan past !" 6 If I ask Him to receive me, Will he say me nay? "Not till earth and not till heaven Pass away!" o XE more day's work for Jesus, One less of life for me ! But heaven is nearer, And Christ is dearer, Than yesterday to me; His love and light Fill all my soul to-night. Cho. — One more day's work for Jesus, One more day's work for Jesus, One more day's work for Jesus, One less of life for me. 2 One more day's work for Jesus; "How glorious is my King ! 'Tis joy, not duty, To speak His beauty; My soul mounts on the wing At the mere thought How Christ my life has bought. 3 One more day's work for Jesus; How sweet the work has been, To tell the story, To show the glory, 18 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. When Christ's tlock enter in! How it did shine In this poor heart of mine ! 4 One more day's work for Jesus — Oh, yes, a weary day; Exit heaven shines clearer, And rest comes nearer, At each step of the way; And Christ in ail- Before His face I fall. 5 Oh, blessed work for Jesus, Oh, rest at Jesus' feet ! There toil seems pleasure, My wants are treasure, And pain for Him is sweet; Lord, if I may, I'll serve another day. 27 ONE there is above all others, Oh. how He 1 His is love beyond a brother's, Oh, how He loves! Earthly friends may fail or leave us, One day soothe, the next day grieve us; But this Friend will ne'er deceive us, Oh, how He loves! 2 Tis eternal life to know Him, Oh, how He loves ! Think, oh think, how much we owe Him, Oh, how He loves ! With His precious blood He bought us, In the wilderness He sought To his fold He safely brought us, Oh, how He loves ! 3 Blessc 1 -T. sua ! would you know Him, Oh, how He 1 Give yourselves entirely to Him, how He lows ! Think no longer of the morrow, From the past new courage borrow, 28 Gospel Hymns No* 1 to 6 Complete. 15 Jesus carries all your sorrow, Oh, how He loves ! 4 All your sins shall be forgiven, Oh, Low He loves ! Backward shall your foes be driven, Oh, how He lov c s ! Best of Blessings He'll provide you, N light but good shall e'er betide you, Safe to glory He will guide you, Oh, how He loves ! TELL me the Old, Old Story, Of unseen things above, Of Jesus and His glory, Of Jesus and His love. Tell me the Story simply, As to a little child. For I am weak and weary, And helpless and defiled. Cho.— Tell me the Old. Old Story, Tell me the Old, Old Story, Tell me the Old, Old Story, Of Jesus and His love. Tell me the Story slowly, That I may take it in — That wonderful redemption, I t 3 3 ' s re in e d y for sin. Tell me the Story often, For I forget so soon, The '•early'dew ' of morning, Has passed away at noon. Tell me the Story softly, With earnest tones, and grave; Remember ! I'm the sinner Whom Jesus came to save; Tell me that Story always, If you would really be, In any time of trouble, A comforter to me. 20 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to G Compujtje. 4 Tell uie the same old Story, When you have cause to fear That this world's empty glory Is costing me too dear. Yes, and when that world's glory Is dawning on my soul, Tell me the Old, Old Story: " Christ Jesus makes thee whole. 29 THE Spirit, oh, sinner, In mercy doth move Thy heart, so long hardened, Of sin to reprove; Resist not the Spirit, Nor longer delay; God's gracious entreaties, May end with to-day. 2 Oh, child of the kingdom, From sin-service cease: Be filled with the Spirit, With comfort and peace. Oh, grieve not the Spirit, Thy Teacher is He, That Jesus, thy Saviour, May glorified be. 3 Defiled is the temple, Its beauty laid low, On God's holy altar The embers faint glow. By love yet rekindled, A flame may be fanned; Oh, quench not the Spirit, The Lord is at hcuxd. 30 I LOVE to tell the Story Of unseen things above, Of Jesus and His Glory, Of Jesus and I lis Love I I love to tell the Story ! Because I know its true; It satisfies my longings, As nothing else would do. Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 31 Cho.— I love to tell the Story ! 'Twill be ray theme in glory, To tell the Old, Old Story Of Jesus and His love. 2 I love to tell the Story ! More wonderful it seems, Than all the golden fancies Of all our golden dreams. I love to tell the Story! It did so much for me ! And that is just the reason I tell it now to thee. 3 I love to tell the Story ! Tis pleasant to repeat What seems, each time I tell it, More wonderfully sweet. I love to tell the Story; For some have never heard The message of salvation From Gods own Holy Word. 4 I love to tell the Story ! For those who know it best Seem hungering and thirsting To hear it, like the rest. And when, in scenes of glory, I sing the New. New Song, 'Twill be — the Old, Old Story That I have loved, so long. HOLY Spirit, faithful Guide, Ever near the Christian's side; Gently lead us by the hand, Pilgrims in a desert land; Weary souls fore'er rejoice, While they hear that sweetest voice Whispering softly, "Wanderer, come! Follow me, I'll guide thee home." 2 Ever present, truest Friend, Ever near Thine aid to iend, Leave us not to doubt and i'ear, Groping on in darkness drear, 22 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. When the storms are raging sore, Hearts grow faint, and hopes give o'er, Whispering softly, "Wanderer, come! Follow me, I'll guide thee home." 3 When our days of toil shall cease, Waiting still for sweet release, Nothing left but heaven and prayer. Wondering if our names were there; Wading deep the dismal flood, Pleading nought but Jesus' blood; Whispering softly, "Wanderer, come! Follow me, I'll guide thee home!" 32 BENEATH the Cross of Jesus I fain would take my stand — The shadow of a mighty Hock, Within a weary land. A home within the wilderness, A rest upon the way, From the burning of the noon-tide heat, And the burden of the day. 2 O safe and happy shelter, O refuge tried and sweet, O trysting-place where Heaven's love, And Heaven's justice meet ! As to the Holy Patriarch That wondrous dream was given, So seems my Saviour's cross to me, A ladder up to heaven. 3 There lies beneath its shadow, But on the further side, The darkness of an awful gravo That gapes both deep and wide; And there between us stands the Cross, Two arms outstretched to save, Like a watchman set to guard tho way From that eternal grave. 4 Upon that Cross of Jesus, Mine eye at times can see The very dying form of One, Who suffered there for me; Gospel Hxmxs Nos. 1 to G Complete. 23 And from my smitten heart with tears, Two wonders I confess, — The wonders of His glorious love, And my own worthlessness. I take, O Cross, thy shadow, For my abiding place; I ask no other sunshine Than the sunshine of His face: Content to let the world go by, To know no gain nor loss, My sinful self, my only shame, My glory all the Cross. 33 ^ JTTH harps and with viols, there stands a great throng In the presence of Jesus, and sing this new song: — Cho. — Unto Him who hath loved us and washed us from sin, Unto Him be the glory for ever. Amen. 2 All these once were sinners, denied in His sight, Now arrayed in pure garments in praise they unite. 3 He maketh the rebel a priest and a king, He hath bought us and taught us this new song to sing. 4 How helpless and hopeless we sinners had been, If He never had loved us till cleansed from our sin. 5 Aloud in His praises our voices shall ring, So that others believing, this new song shall sing. 34 OH, bliss of the purified, bliss of the free, I plunge in the crimson-tide opened for me; O'er sm and uncleanness exulting I stand, And point to the print of the nails in His hand. Cho. — Oh, sing of His mighty love, Sing of His mighty love, Sing of His mighty love, Mighty to save. 2 Oh, bliss of the purified, Jesus is mine, No longer in dread condemnation I pine; In conscious salvation I sing of His grace, "Who lifteth upon me the light of His face. 24; Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to G Comflete. o Oh, bliss of the purified ! bliss of the pure ! No wound hath the soul that His blood cannot cure; No sorrow-bowed head but may sweetly find rest, No tears but may dry them on Jesus' breast. 4 Jesus the crucified ! Thee will I sing; My blessed Redeemer, my God and my King; My soul, filled with rapture, shall shout o'er the grave, And triumph in death in the " Mighty to Save. " 35 36 GRACE ! 'tis a charming sound, Harmonious to the ear; Heaven with the echo shall resound, And all the earth shall hear. Ref.— Saved by grace alone, This is all my plea; Jesus died for all mankind, And Jesus died for me. 2 Grace first contrived a way To save rebellious man; And all the steps that grace display, Which drew the wondrous plan. 3 Grace taught my roving feet To tread the heavenly road; Ami new supplies each hour i meet, While pressing on to ( rod. 4 Grace all the work shall crown, Through e\ erlast Lng days; It lays in heaven the topmost stone, And well deserves our praise. I>EEOIOUS promise God hath gh en To t lie \\ eary passer by, On the way from earth to heaven, " 1 will guide thee with mine eye." Ref.— J will guide thee, I will guide thee, "1 will guide thee with mine eye; ( >n t he way from e;irt h to )wa\ en, "i will guide thee with mini eye." Gospel Hymns Xos. 1 to 6 Complete. 25 2 When temptations almost win thee, And thy trusted watchers fly, Let this promise ring within thee, "I will guide thee with mine eye." 3 When thy secret hopes have perished, In the grave of years gone by, Let this promise still be cherished, "I will guide thee with mine eye." 4 "When the shades of life are falling, And the hour has come to die, Hear thy trusty Pilot calling, " I will guide thee with mine eye." 37 DOWN life's dark vale we wander, Till Jesus comes; We watch and wait and wonder; Till Jesus comes. Cho. — All joy His loved ones bringing, When Jesus comes; All praise through heaven ringing, When Jesus comes. All beanty bright and vernal, When Jesus comes; All glory, grand, eternal, When Jesus comes. 2 Oh, let my lamp be burning When Jesus comes; For Him my soul be yearning, When Jesus comes. 3 Xo more heart-pangs nor sadness, When Jesus comes; All peace and joy and gladness, When Jesus comes. 4 All doubts and fears will vanish, When Jesus comes, All gloom His face will banish, When Jesus comes. 20 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to G Completp. 5 He'll know the way was dreary, When Jesus comes; He'll know the feet grew weary, When Jesus comes. 6 He'll know what griefs oppressed me, When Jesus comes; Oh, how His arms will rest me 1 When Jesus comes. 38 39 TT7HAT ! "lay my sins on Jesus? " ▼ T God's well-beloved Son ! No ! 'tis a truth most precious, That God e'en that has done. Cho. — Hallelujah, Jesus saves me, He makes me " white as snow." Hallelujah, Jesus saves me, He makes me "white as snow." 2 Yes, 'tis a truth most precious, To all who do believe, God laid our sins on Jesus, Who did *he load receive. 3 What? "bring our guilt to Jesus ? " To wash away our stains; The act is passed that freed us, And nought to do remains. O CHRIST, what burdens bowed Thy head ! Our load was laid on Thee; Thou stoodest in the sinner's stead, Didst bear all ill for me. A Victim led, Thy blood was shed; Now there's no load for me. 2 Death and the curse were in our cup - o Christ, 'twas full for Thee; But Thou hast drained the last dark drop — "['is empty now for me. That bitter cup love drank it up; Now blessings' draught for me. GtO»phl Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 27 3 Jehovah lifted up His rod— O Christ, it fell on Thee ! Thou wast sore stricken of Thy God; There's not one stroke for me. Thy tears, Thy blood, beneath it flowed; Thy bruising healeth rne. 4 The tempest's awful voice was heard — O Christ, it broke on Thee ! Thy open bosom was my ward, It braved the storm lor me. Thy form was scarred, Thy visage marred; Now cloudless peace for me. E Jehovah bade His sword awake — O Christ, it woke 'gainst Thee ! Thy blood the naming blade must slake; Thy heart its sheath must be— All for my sake, my peace to make; Now sleeps that sword for me. 6 For me, Lord Jesus, Thou hast died, And I have died in Thee; Thou'rt risen: my bands are all untied, And now Thou liv'st in me. When purified, made white, and tried, Thy Glouy then for me ! 40 k H, to be over yonder ! In that land of wonder, Whei_ the angel voices mingle, and the angel harpers ring, To be free from pain and sorrow, And the anxious, dread to-morrovv-, To rest in light and sunshine in the presence of the King. 2 Oh, to be over yonder ! My yearning heart grows fonder Of looking to the east, to see the blessed day-star bring Some tidings of the waking, The cloudless, pure day breaking; -ly heart is yearning— yearning for the coming of the King. 3 Oh, to be over yonder ! Alas! I sigh and wonder V.'hy clings my poor, weak, sinful heart to any earthly thing; ] 23 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to Complete. Each tie of earth must sever, And pass away for ever; But there's no more separation in the presence of the King. 4 Oh, when shall I be dwelling Where angel voices, swelling In triumphant hallelujahs, make the vaulted heavens ring? Where the pearly gates are gleaming, And the Morning Star is beaming? Oh, when shall I be yonder in the presence of the King? 5 Oh, when shall I be yonder? The longing groweth stronger To join in all the praises the redeemed ones do sing Within those heavenly places, Where the angels vail their faces, In awe and adoration in the presence of the King. G Oh, I shall soon be yonder, And lonely us I wander, Yearning for the welcome summer — longing for the bird's ileet wing, Tlu- midnight may be dreary, And the heart be worn and weary, But there's no more shadow yonder, in the presence of the King. 41 FROM Greenland's icy mountains, From India's coral strand, Where Afric's sunny fountains Boll down their golden sand; From many an ancient river, I rom many a palmy plain, They call ns to deliver Their land from error's chain. 2 What though the spicy breezes Blow soft o'er Ceylon's isle, ThOUgh (Very prospect [(leases And only man is vile ? In vain, u ith lavish kindness, The gifts of God are strown: The heathen, in his blindness, Bows down to wood and stone. Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 29 3 Shall we, whose souls are lighted By wisdom from on high, Shall we to men benighted The light of life deny? Salvation! oh, salvation! The joyful sound proclaim, Till earth's remotest nation Has learned Messiah's name. 4 Waft, waft, ye winds, His story, And you, ye waters, roll, Till, like a sea of glory, It spreads from pole to pole; Till o'er our ransomed nature, The Lamb, for sinners slain, Redeemer, King, Creator, In bliss returns to reign. 42 ALL the way my Saviour leads me; "What have I to ask beside ? Can I doubt His tender mercy, Who through life has been my guide? Heavenly peace, divinest comfort, Here by faith in Him to dwell? For I know whate'er befall me, Jesus doeth all things well. 2 All the way my Saviour leads me; Cheers each winding path I tread; Gives me grace for every trial, Feeds me with the living bread; Though my weary steps may falter, And my soul a-thirst may be, Gushing from the Rock before me, Lo! a spring of joy I see. S All the way my Saviour leads me; Oh, the fullness of His love ! Perfect rest to me is promised In my Father's house above; When my spirit, clothed immortal, Wings its flight to realms of day, This is my song through endless ages-* Jesus led me all the way. 30 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to G Complete. 43 44 GO bury thy sorrow, The world hath its share; Go bury it deeply, Go hide it with care; Go think of it calmly, When curtain'd by night, Go tell it to Jesus, And all will be right. 2 Go tell it to Jesus, He knoweth thy grief; Go tell it to Jesus, He'll send thee relief; Go gather the sunshino He sheds on the way; He'll lighten thy burden. Go, weary one, pray. 3 Hearts growing a-weary With heavier woe Now droop 'mid the darkness — Go comfort them, go ! Go bury thy sorrows, Let others be blest; Go give them the sunshine; Tell Jesus the rest. TO the hall of the feast came the sinful and fair; She heard in the city that Jesus was there; Unheeding the splendor that blazed on the board, She silently knelt at the feet of the Lord. 2 The frown and the murmur went round thro' them all. That one so unhallowed should tread in that hall; And some said the poor would be objects more meet, As tin; wealth of her perfume she shower'd on liis feet. 3 She heard but the Saviour; she spoke hut with sighs; She dare not look up to the heaven of His eyes; And the hot tears gush'd forth at eaoh heave of Q6I breast, And her lips to His sandals were throbbingly pressed. Gospel Hymns Nos. I to 6 Complete. 31 In the sky, after tempest, as shineth the bow, — In the glance of the sunbeam, as melteth the snow, He looked on that lost one: " her sins were forgiven," And the sinner went forth in the beauty of heaven. 45 BRIGHTLY beams our Father's mercy From His light-house evermore; But to us He gives the keeping Of the lights along the shore. Cho. — Let the lower lights be burning ! Send a gleam across the wave ! Some poor fainting, struggling seaman, You may rescue, you may save. 2 Dark the night of sin has settled, Loud the angry billows roar; Eager eyes are watching, longing, For the lights along the shore. 3 Trim your feeble lamp, my brother: Some poor sailor tempest-tost, Trying now to make the harbor, In the darkness may be lost 46 ALONG time I wandered in darkness and sin, And wondered if ever the light would shine in; I heard Christian friends tell of rapture divine, And wish'd, how I wish'd, that their Saviour were mine. Cho. — I wish'd He were mine, yes, I wish'd He were mine; I wish'd, how I wish'd, that their Saviour were mine. 2 I heard the glad gospel of " good will to men;" I read " whosoever " again and again; I said to my soul, "Can that promise be thine ?" And then began hoping that Jesus was mine. -Cho. — I hoped He was mine, yes, I hoped He was mine; I then began hoping that Jesus was mine. 3 Oh, mercy surprising, He saves even me ! " Thy portion forever," He says, " will I be," 32 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complex-. On His word I'm resting — assurance divine- - I'm " hoping " no longer — I know He is mine; Cho. — I know He is mine, yes, I know He is mine; I'm "hoping" no longer — I know He is mine! 47 48 TAKE the name of Jesus with you. Child of sorrow and of woe — It will joy and comfort give you, Take it then where'er you go. Cno. — 1|: Precious name, O how sweet ! Hope of earth and joy of heaven. :[ 2 Take the name of Jesus ever, As a shield from every snare; If temptations 'round you gather, Breathe that holy name in prayer, 3 Oh! the precious name of Jesus; How it thrills our souls with joy, When His loving arms receive us, And His songs our tongues employ ! 4 At the name of Jesus bowing, Tailing prostrate at His feet, King of kings in heaven we'll crown Him, When our journey is complete. On, to be nothing, nothing, Only to lie at His feet, A broken and emptied vess< !, Tor the Master's use made meet. Emptied that He might fill me As forth to His service I go; Broken, that so unhindered, His life through me might Wow. Cho. — Oh, to be nothing, nothing, Only to lie at His te, t, A broken and emptied vessel, Tor thu Master's use made meet. 49 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 33 2 Oh, to be nothing, nothing, Only as led by His hand; A messenger at His gateway, Only waiting for His command ; Only an instrument ready His praises to sound at His wilL "Willing, should He not require me, In silence to wait on Him still. ( 3 Oh, to be nothing, nothing, Painful the humbling may be, Yet low in the dust I'd lay me That the world might my Saviour see. Bather be nothing, nothing, To Him let our voices be raised, He is the Fountain of blessing, He only is meet to be praised. FULLY persuaded, Lord, I believe ! Fully persuaded, Thy Spirit give; I will obey Thy call; Low at Thy feet I fall; Now I surrender all; Christ to receive. 2 Fully persuaded — Lord, hear my cry! Fully persuaded— pass me not by; Just as I am I come, I will no longer roam, make my heart Thy home; Save, or I die ! 3 Fully persuaded, no more opprest, Fully persuaded, now I am blest: Jesus is now my Guide, 1 will in Christ abide; My soul is satisfied In Him to rest ! 4 Fully persuaded, Jesus is mine; Fully persuaded, Lord, I am Thine t O make my love to Thee Like Thine own love to me, So rich, so full and free, Saviour diviue ! 34 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to G Complete. 50 ONLY an armour-bearer, proudly I stand, Waiting to follow at the King's command; Marching if "onward" shall the order be, Standing by my Captain, serving faithfully. Cho. — Hear ye the battle-cry! " Forward," the call! See! see the faltering ones! backward they fall. Surely the Captain may depend on me, Though but an armour-bearer I may be. 2 Only an armour-bearer, now in the field, Guarding a shining helmet, sword and shield, Waiting to hear the thrilling battle-cry, Ready then to answer, "Master, here am I." 3 Only an armour-bearer, yet may I share Glory immortal, and a bright crown wear: If, in the battle, to my trust I'm true, Mine shall be the honors in the Grand Keview. 51 IIGHT in the darkness, sailor, day is at hand! _J See o'er the foaming billows fair Haven's land, Drear was the voyage, sailor, now almost o'er, Safe within the life-boat, sailor, pull for the shore. Cno. — Pull for the shore, sailor, pull for the shore ! Heed not the rolling waves, but bend to the oar, Sate in the life-boat, sailor, cling to self no more! Leave the poor old stranded wreck, and pull for the shore. 2 Trust in the life-boat, sailor, all else will fail, Stronger the surges dash and fiercer the gale, Herd not the stormy winds, though loudly they roar; A\ atch the " bright and morning star," and pull for the shore. 3 Bright gleams the morning, sailor, up lift the eye; Clouds and darkness disappearing, glory is nigh 1 Safe in the lite-boat, sailor, sing evermore; "Glory, glory, hallelujah!" pull for the shore. Gospel Hymns Xos. 1 to 6 Complete. 3~> 52 k XE offer of salvation, To all the world make known; The only sure foundation Is Christ the Corner-btone. o 53 Cno. — No other name is given, No other way is known, 'Tis Jesus Christ the First and Last, He saves, and He alone. 2 One only door of heaven Stands open wide to-day, One sacrifice is given, 'Tis Christ, the Living Way. 3 My only song and story Is — Jesus died for me; My only hope of glory, The Cross of Calvary. I LEFT it all with Jesus Long ago; All my sins I brought Him, And my woe. "When by faith I saw Him On the tree, Heard His small, still whisper, ' 'Tis for thae,' From my heart the burden Rolled away — Happy day! 2 I leave it all with Jesus, For He knows How to steal the bitter From life's woes; How to gild the tear-drop With His smile, Make the desert-garden Bloom awhile; When my weakness leaneth On His might, All seems light. 3G Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 3 I leave it all with Jesus Day by day; Faith can nrnily trust Hini Come what may. Hope has dropped her anchor, Found her rest In the calm, sure haven Of His breast: Love esteems it heaven To abide At His side. 4 Oh, leave it all with Jesus, Drooping soul ! Tell not half thy story, But the whole. Worlds on worlds are hanging On His hand, Life and death are waiting His command; Yet His tender bosom Makes thee room — Oh, come home ! 54 Oil, think of the home over there, By the side of the river of light, V\ here the saints, all immortal and fair, Are robed in their garments ot white. Hef. — Over there, over there, Oh, think of the home over there. Over there, over there, over there, Oh, think of the home over there. 2 Oli, think of the friends over there, Who before us the journey have trod, Of the songs that they breathe on the air, In their homo in the palace of God. Hef. — Over there, over there, Oh, think of the friends over there, etc. 3 My Saviour is now over there, There my kindred and friends are at rest; Then away from my sorrow and care, J at me tly to the land of the blest Hef. — Over there, over there, My Saviour is now over there, etc. Gospel Hymns Xos. 1 to 6 Complete. 37 4 I'll soon be at home over there, For the end of my journey I see Many dear to my heart, over there, Are watching and waiting for me. Ref. — Over there, over there, I'll soon be at home over there, etc. 55 56 OH, come to the Saviour, believe in His name, And ask Him your heart to renew; He waits to be gracious, O turn not away, For now there is pardon for you. Cho. — 1|: Yes, there is pardon for you; : | For Jesus has died to redeem you, And offers full pardon to you. 2 The way of transgression that leads unto death, Oh, why will you longer pursue? How can you reject the sweet message of love That offers full pardon for you? 3 Be warned of your danger; escape to the cross; Your only salvation is there; Believe, and that moment the Spirit of grace Will answer your penitent prayer. ii /~ s \ work in My vineyard," there's plenty to do, yJT The harvest is great and the laborers are few; There's weeding and fencing, and clearing of roots, And ploughing, and sowing, and gathering the fruits. There are foxes to take, there are wolves to destroy, All ages and ranks I can fully employ. I've sheep to be tended, and lambs to be fed, The lost must be gathered, the weary ones led. Cho. — Go work, go work, go work in My vineyard; there's plenty to do; Go work, go work. The harvest is great, and the laborers are few. 2 "Go work in My vineyard," I claim thee as Mine, With blood did I buy thee, and all that is thine; Thy time and thy talents, thy loftiest powers, Thy warmest affections, thy sunniest hours. x& Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. I willingly yielded My kingdom for thee, The song of archangels — to hang on the tree; In pain and temptation, in anguish and shame, I paid thy full ransom; My purchase I claim. 3 " Go work in My vineyard; " oh, " work while 'tis day, The bright hours of sunshine are hastening away; And night's gloomy shadows are gathering fast; Then the time for our labor shall ever be past. Begin in the morning, and toil all the day. Thy strength I'll supply, and thy wages I'll pay; And blessed, thrice blessed the diligent few, Who finish the labor I've given them to do. 57 58 DEPTH of mercy ! can there be Mercy still reserved for me? Can my God His wrath forbear? Me, the chief of sinners, spare? 2 I have long withstood His grace; Long provoked him to His face; Would not hearken to His calls, Grieved Him by a thousand falls. 3 Now, incline me to repent; Let me now my sins lament; Now my foul revolt deplore, Weep, believe, and sin no more.. MY heart, that was heavy and sad, Was made to rejoice and be glad, And peace without measure 1 had, When the Comforter came Ref. — Peace, sweet peace, Peace when tlio Comforter came ! My heart that was heavy and sad, Was made to rejoice and be glad, And peace without measure I had, When tho Comforter came. 2 To sin and to ovil inclined, With darkness pervading my mind. No rest I could anywhere find, Till the Comforter came, 59 60 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 39 3 The voice of thanksgiving I raised, The Lord, my Redeemer, I praised; I was at His mercy amazed, When the Comforter came. COME, sing the gospel's joyful sound, Salvation full and free; Proclaim to all the world around, The year of jubilee! Cho. — Salvation, Salvation, The grace of God doth bring; Salvation, Salvation, Through Christ our Lord and King. 2 Ye mourning souls, aloud rejoice; Ye blind, your Saviour see ! Ye prisoners, sing with thankful voice, The Lord hath made you free ! 3 With rapture swell the song again, Of Jesus' dying love; 'Tis peace on earth, good will to men, And praise to God above. ONWARD! upward! Christian soldier, Turn not back nor sheath thy sword. Let its blade be sharp for conquest, In the battle for the Lord. From the great white throne eternal, God Himself is looking down; He it is who now commands thee, Take the cross and win the crown. 2 Onward! upward! doing, daring All for Him who died for thee; Face the foe and meet with boldnesg Danger whatsoe'er it be. From the battlements of glory, Holy ones are looking down, Thou canst almost hear them shouting: " On! let no one take thy crown." 3 Onward! till thy course is finished, Like the ransomed ones before; 62 40 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. Keep the faith through persecution, Never give the battle o'er. Onward! upward! till victorious, Thou shalt lay thy armor down, And thy loving Saviour bids thee At His hand receive thy crown. 61 MORE love to Thee, O Christ I More love to Thee; Hear Thou the prayer I make On bended knee; This is my earnest plea, More love, O Christ, to Thee„ More love to Thee! 2 Once earthly joy I craved, Sought peace and rest; Now Thee alone I seek, Give what is best: This all my prayer shall be, More love, O Christ, to Thee,. More love to Thee! 3 Let sorrow do its work, Send grief or pain; Sweet are Thy messengers, Sweet their retrain, When they can sing with me, — More love, () Christ, to Thee, More love to Thee! 4 Then shall my latest breath, Whisper Thy praise, This be the parting cry My heart shall raise; This still its prayer shall be: More love, O Christ, to Thee, More love to Thee! THINE, most gracious Lord, () make me wholly Thine — Thine in thought, in word, and deed, For thou, O Christ, art mine. 63 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 41 Bef.— Wholly Thine, wholly Thine; Thou hast bought me, I am Thine; Blessed Saviour, Thou art mine; Make me wholly Thine. 2 Wholly Thine, my Lord, To go when Thou dost call; Thine to yield my very self In all things, great and small. 3 Wholly Thine, O Lord, In every passing hour; Thine in silence, Thine to speak, As Thou dost grant the power. 4 Wholly thine, O Lord, To fashion as Thou wilt, — Strengthen, bless, and keep the soul Which Thou hast saved from guilt. 5 Thine, Lord, wholly Thine, For ever one with Thee — Hooted, grounded in Thy love, Abiding, sure, and free. ALLmy doubts I give to Jesus! I've His gracious promise heard — "I shall never be confounded" — I am trusting in that word. Cho. — 1|: I am trusting, fully trusting, Sweetly trusting in His word, ;|J 2 All my sin I lay on Jesus! He doth wash me in His blood; He will keep me pure and holy, He will bring me home to God. 3 All my fears I give to Jesus! Eest my weary soul on Him; Though my way be hid in darkness, Never can His light grow dim. 4 All my joys I give to Jesus! He is all I want of bliss; He of all the worlds is Master — He has all I need in this. 42 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 5 All I am I give to Jesus! All my body, all my soul, All I have, and all I hope for, While eternal ages roll. 64 65 JESUS shall reign where'er the sun Does his successive journeys run; His kingdom spread from shore to shore, Till moons shall wax and wane no more. From north to south the princes meet, To pay their homage at His feet; While western empires own their Lord r And savage tribes attend His word. 2 To Him shall endless prayer be made, And endless praises crown His head; His name like sweet perfume shall rise With every morning sacrifice. People and realms of every tongue Dwell on His love with sweetest song, And infant voices shall proclaim Their early blessings on His Name. MY song shall be of Jesus, His mercy crowns my days. He fills my cup with blessings, And tunes my heart to praise; My song shall be of Jesus, The precious Lamb of God, Who gave Himself my ransom, And bought me with His blood. 2 My song shall be of Jesus, When, sitting at His feet, I call to mind His goodness, In meditation sweet; Mv song shall be of -Jesus, Whatever ill betide; I'll sing the: grace that saves me, And keeps me at His side. 3 My song shall be of Jesus, While pressing on my way 66 67 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 43 To reach the blissful region Of pure and perfect day. And when my soul shall enter The gate of Eden fair, A song of praise to Jesus I'll sing forever there. ■ ONLY a step to Jesus! Then why not take it now ? Come, and thy sin confessing, To Him thy Saviour bow. Kef. — Only a step, only a step; Come, He waits for thee; Come, and, thy sin confessing, Thou shalt receive a blessing; Do not reject the mercy He freely offers thee. 2 Only a step to Jesus! Believe, and thou shalt live; Lovingly now He's waiting, And ready to forgive. 3 Only a step to Jesus! A step from sin to grace; What hast thy heart decided? The moments fly apace. 4 Only a step to Jesus! why not come and say, Gladly to Thee, my Saviour, 1 give myself away. THE sands of time are sinking, The dawn of heaven breaks, Tue summer morn I've sighed for— The fair, sweet morn awakes. Dark, dark hath been the midnight, But day-spring is at hand, And glory — glory dwelleth In Immanuel's land. 44 Gospel Hymns Nos. I to 6 Complete. 2 I've wrestled on toward heaven, 'Gainst storm and wind and tide, Now, like a weary traveler That leaneth on his guide, Amid the shades of evening, While sinks life's lingering sand, I hail the glory dawning, From Immanuel's land. 3 Deep waters crossed life's pathway, The hedge of thorns was sharp; Now these lie all behind me — O! for a well-tuned harp! O, to join the hallelujah With yon triumphant band! Who sing where glory dwelleth, In Immanuel's land. 68 DARK is the night, and cold the wind is blowing, Nearer and nearer comes the breakers' roar; \\ here shall I go, or whither hy for refuge ? Hide me, my Father, till the storm is o'er; Cho. — With His loving hand to guide, let the clouds above- me roll, And the billows in their fury dash around mo. I can brave the wildest storm, with His glory in my soul r I can sing amidst the tempest — Praise the Lord! 2 Dark is the night, but cheering is the premise; He will go with me o'er the troubled wave; Safe He will hud me through the pathless waters, Jesus, the Mighty One, and strong to save. 3 Dark is the night, but lo! the day is breaking, Onward my bark, unfurl thy every sail; Now at tho helm I see my Father standing, JSoon will my anchor drop within the vail. 69 LO! the day of God is breaking; See the gleaming from afar! Sons of earth E'rom slumber waking, Hail the Bright and Mornin' star. TO Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 45 Cho. — Hear the call! O gird your armour on, Grasp the Spirit's mighty Sword: Take the Helmet of salvation, Pressing on to battle for the Lord! 2 Trust in Him who is your Captain; Let no heart in terror quail; Jesus leads the gathering legions, In His name we shall prevail. 3 Onward marching, firm and steady, Faint not, fear not Satan's frown. For the Lord is with you always, Till you wear the victor's crown. 4 Conquering hosts with banners waving, Sweeping on o'er hill and plain, Ne'er shall halt till swells the anthem, "Christ o'er all the world doth reign I'* I'VE found a joy in sorrow, A secret balm for pain, A beautiful to-morrow Of sunshine after rain; I've found a branch of healing Near every bitter spring, A whispered promise stealing O'er every broken string. 2 I've found a glad hosanna For every woe and wail; A handful of sweet manna When grapes of Eshcol fail; I've found a Bock of Ages When desert wells are dry; And after weary stages, I've found an Elim nigh. 3 An Elim with its coolness, Its fountains and its shade; A blessing in its fulness, When buds of promise fade. O'er tears of soft contrition I've seen a rainbow light; A glory and fruition, So near!— yet out of sight. 4G Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to G Complete. 4 3Iy Saviour. Thee possessing, I have the joy, the balm, The healing and the blessing, The sunshine and the psalm; The promise for the fearful, The Elim for the faint; The rainbow for the tearful, The glory for the saint! 71 72 I LOVE to think of the heavenly land "Where white-robed angels are: "Where many a friend is gathered safe From fear and toil and care. Bef. — 1| : There'll be no parting, :|| There'll be no parting, There'll be no parting there. 2 I love to think of the heavenly land, "Where my Redeemer reigns, Where rapturous songs of triumph rise, In endless, joyous strains. 3 I love to think of the heavenly land, The saints eternal home, Where palms, and robes, and crowns ne'er fade, And all our joys are one. 4 I love to think of the heavenly land, The greetings there we'll meet, The harps— the songs forever ours — The walks — the golden streets. 5 I love to think of the heavenly land, That promised land so fair, Oh, how my raptured spirit longs, To be forever there. '/^ALL them in"— the poor, the wretched, V7 Sin-stained wanderers from the fold; Peace and pardon freely offer; Can you weigh their worth with gold? "Call them in"— the weak, the weary, Laden with the doom of sin; Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 47 Bid them come and rest in Jesus; He is waiting — " Call them in." "Call them in " — the Jew, the Gentile; Bid the stranger to the feast; "Call them in" — the rich, the noble, From the highest to the least: Forth the Father runs to meet them, He hath all their sorrows seen; Kobe, and ring, and royal sandals, Wait the lose ones — "Call them in." " Call them in " — the mere professors. Slumbering, sleeping, on death's brink; Nought of life are they possessors, Yet of safety vainly think; Bring them in — the careless scoffers, Pleasure seekers of the earth: Tell of God's most gracious offers, And of Jesus' priceless worth. " Call them in " — the broken-hearted, Cowering 'neath the brand of shame; Speak Love's message low and tender, 'Twas/or sinners Jesus came: See, the shadows lengthen round us, Soon the day-dawn will begin; Can you leave them lost and lonely ? Christ is coming — " Call them in." 73 I BRING my sins to Thee, The sins I cannot count, That all may cleansed be In Thy once opened Fount; I bring them Saviour, all to Thee; The burden is too great for me. 2 I bring my grief to Thee, The grief I cannot tell; No words shall needed be, Thou knowest all so well; I bring the sorrow laid on me, O suffering Saviour, all to Thee. 48 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 3 My joys to Thee I bring, The joys Thy love has given, That each may be a wing To lift me nearer heaven, I bring them, Saviour, all to Thee, ■Who hast procured them all for me. 4 My life I bring to Thee, I would not be my own; O Saviour, let me be Thine ever, Thine alone, My heart, my life, my all I bring To Thee, my Saviour and my King. 74 I HA YE heard of a Saviour's love, And a wonderful love it must be; But did He come down from above, Out of love and compassion for me, for me, Out of love and compassion for me? Cho. — Yes, yes, yes, for me, for me, Yes, yes, yes, for me; Our Lord from above in His infinite love, On the cross died to save you and me. 2 I have heard how He suffered and bled, How He languished and died on the tree; But then is it anywhere said, That He languished and Buffered for me, for me, That He languished and suffered for me! 3 I've been told of a heaven on high, Which the children of Jesus shall see; But is there a place in the sky Made ready and tarnished for me, for me, Made ready and furnished for me ? 4 Lord, answer these questions of mine, To whom shall I go but to Thee? Anil say by Thy Spirit divine, There's a Saviour and heaven for me, for me, There's a Saviour and heaven for me. Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 49 A : 75 T the feet of Jesus, Listening to His word: Learning wisdom's lesson From her loving Lord: Mary, led by heavenly grace, Chose the meek disciple's place. Cho. — At the feet of Jesus is the place for me, There a humble learner would I choose to be. 2 At the feet of Jesus, Pouring perfume rare, Mary did her Saviour, For the grave prepare: And, from love the " good work " done, She her Lord's approval won. Cho. — At the feet of Jesus is the place for me. There in sweetest service would I ever be. 3 At the feet of Jesus, In that morning hour, Loving hearts receiving Resurrection power: Haste with joy to preach the Word: " Christ is risen, Praise the Lord! " Cho. — At the feet of Jesus, risen now for me, I shall sing His praises through eternity. 76 OH, for the peace that floweth as a river, Making life's desert-places bloom and smile; Oh, for the faith to grasp "Heaven's bright forever," Amid the shadows of earth's " little while." "A little while " for patient vigil-keeping, To face the storm and wrestle with the strong; "A little while " to sow the seed with weeping, Then bind the sheaves and sing the harvest song. "A little while " the earthen pitcher taking, To wayside brooks, from far-off fountains fed; Then the parched lip its thirst forever slaking Beside the fulness of the Fountain-head. 60 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to G Complete. 4 "A little while " to keep the oil from failing, "A little while " faith's flickering lamp to trim; And then the Bridegroom's coming footsteps hailing, We'll haste to meet Him with the bridal hymn. T7 NOW just a word for Jesus; Your dearest Friend so true, Come, cheer our hearts and tell us What He has done for you. Kef. — Now just a word for Jesus — 'Twill help us on our way; One little word for Jesus, O speak, or sing, or pray. 2 Now just a word for Jesus; You feel your sins forgiven, And by His grace are striving To reach a home in heaven. 3 Now just a word for Jesus; A cross it cannot be To say, "I love my Saviour Who gave His life for me." 4 Now just a word for Jesus; Let not the time be lost; The heart's neglected duty Brings sorrow, to its cost. 5 Now just a word for Jesus; And if your faith be dim, Arise in all your weakness, And leave the rest to Him. 78 WE'RE marching on to Canaan with banner and song r \Vc'n> soldiers enlisted to fight 'gainst the wrong, But, lest in the conflict OUT strength should divide, We ask, Who among us is on the Lord's side? Cno.— !|:Oh, who is there among us, the true and the tried, Who'll stand by his colors — who's on the Lord's side ?:[[ 2 The- sword may bo burnished, the armor bo bright, For Satan appears as an angel of light; Yet darkly the bosom may treae.hery hide, While the lips are professing, "I'm on tho Lord's side." Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 51 3 Who is there among us yet under the rod, Who knows not the pardoning mercy of God? Oh, bring to Him humbly the heart in its pride; Oh, haste, while He's waiting and seek the Lord's side. 4 Oh, heed not the sorrow, the pain and the wrong, For soon shall our sighing be changed into song; So, bearing the cross of our Covenant Guide, We'll shout, as we triumph, "Fm on the Lord's side," *79 A LAS! and did my Saviour bleed ? XX. And did my Sovereign die ? Would He devote that sacred head For such a worm as I ? Cho. — Help me, dear Saviour, Thee to own, And ever faithful be; And when Thou sittest on Thy throne, O Lord, remember me. 2 Was it for crimes that I had done He groaned upon the tree ? Amazing pity! grace unknown! And love beyond degree. 3 Well might the sun in darkness hide, And shut his glories in, When Christ, the mighty Maker died For man, the creature's sin. 4 Thus might I hide my blushing face, Whilst His dear cross appears, Dissolve my heart in thankfulness, And melt mine eyes to tears. 6 But drops of grief can ne'er repay The debt of love I owe; Here, Lord, I give myself away; 'Tis all that I can do. 60 LOOK away to Jesus, Soul by woe oppressed; 'Twas for thee He suffered, Come to Him and rest, All thy griefs He carried All thy sins He bore; Look away to Jesus; Trust Him evermore. 52 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 2 Look away to Jesus, Soldier in the fight; When the battle thickens Keep thine armor bright; Though thy foes be many, Though thy strength be small, Look away to Jesus; He shall conquer all. 3 Look away to Jesus, "When the skies are fair; Calm seas have their dangers; Mariner, beware! Earthly joys are fleeting, Going as they came, Look away to Jesus; Evermore the same. 4 Look away to Jesus, 'Mid the toil and heat; Soon will come the resting At the Master's feet; For the guests are bidden, And the feast is spread; Look away to Jesus, In His footsteps tread. 6 When, amid the music Of the endless feast, Saints will sing His praises, Thine shall not be least; Then, amid the glories Of the crystal sea, Look away to Jesus, Through eternity. 81 OUR lamps are trimmed and burning, Our robes are white and clean, We've tarried for the Bridegroom, Oh, may we enter in V We know we've nothing worthy That wc can call our own The light, the oil, the robes we wear, Are all from Him ulone. Gospel, Hymns Nos. 1 t) G Complete. 53 Cho. — Behold the Bridegroom cometh! And all may enter in, Whose lamps are trimmed and burning, Whose robes are white and clean. 2 Go forth, go forth to meet Him, The way is open now, All lighted with the glory That's streaming from His brow. Accept the invitation Beyond deserving kind; Make no delay, but take your lamps, And joy eternal find. 3 We see the marriage splendor Within the open door; We know that those who enter Are blest for evermore. We see He is more lovely Than all the sons of men, But still we know the door once shut, Will never ope again. 82 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. Cho. — 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. 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. 4 Lord Jesus, Thou seest I patiently wait; Come now, and within me a new heart create; To those who have sought Thee, Thou never said'st No — Now wash me, and I shall be whiter than snow. 54 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 83 84 85 FRESH from the throne of glory, Bright in its crystal gleam, Bursts out the living fountain, Swells on the living stream; Blessed River, Let me ever Feast my eyes on thee. 2 Stream full of life and gladness, Spring of all health and peace, No harps by thee hang silent, Nor happy voices cease; Tranquil River, Let me ever Sit and sing by thee. 3 River of God, I greet thee, Not now afar, but near; My soul to thy still waters Hastes in its thirstings here; Holy River, Let me ever Drink of only thee. IN Zion's Rock abiding, My soul her triumph sings; In His pavillion hiding, I praise the King of kings. Cho.— My High Tower is He! To Him I will flee; In Him confide, In nim abide; My High Tower is He ! 2 Wild waves are round me swelling, Dark clouds above I see; Yet, in my Fortress dwelling, More safe I cannot be. 3 My Tower of strength can nover In time of trouble fail; No power of hell, forever, Against it shall prevail. T STOOD outside the gate, A poor, wayfaring child; "Within my heart there beat A tempest loud and wild; Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 86 A fear oppressed my soul, That I might be too late; And oh, I trembled sore, And prayed outside the gate. 2 Oh, "Mercy! " loud I cried, " Now give me rest from sin! " " I will," a voice replied; And Mercy let me in; She bound my bleeding wounds, And soothed my heart opprest. She washed away my guil f And gave me peace and rest. 3 In Mercy's guise I knew The Saviour long abused, "Who often sought my heart, And wept when I refused; Oh! what a blest return For all my years of sin I I stood outside the gate, And Jesus let me in. LET us gather up the sunbeams," Lying all around our path; Let us keep the wheat and roses, Casting out the thorns and chaff, Let us find our sweetest comfort In the blessings of to-day, "With a patient hand removing All the briers from the way. Cho. — []:Then scatter seeds of kindness, :[} Then scatter seeds of kindness, For our reaping by and by. 2 Strange we never prize the music Till the sweet-voiced bird is flown! Strange that we should slight the violets Till the lovely flowers are gone! Strange that summer skies and sunshine Never seem one half so fair, As when winter's snowy pinions Shake the white down in the air. 56 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 3 If we knew the baby fingers, Pressed against the window pane, Would be cold and stiff to-morrow — Never trouble us again — "Would the bright eyes of our darling Catch the frown upon our brow ? — Would the prints of rosy fingers Vex us then as they do now ? 4 Ah! those little ice-cold fingers, How they point our memories back- To the hasty words and actions Strewn along our backward track! How those little hands remind us, As in snowy grace they lie, Not to scatter thorns— but roses— For our reaping by and by. 87 ONWAED, Christian soldiersl Marching as to war, "With the cross of Jesus Going on before. Christ the lloyal Master Leads against the foe, Forward into battle, See His banners go. Cho. — Onward, Christian soldiers! Marching as to war, With the Cross of Jesus Going on before. 2 Like a mighty army Moves ilic Church of God; Brothers, we are treading Where the saints have trod; We are not divided, All one body we; One in hope and doctrine, One in charity. 3 Crowns and thrones may perish, Kingdoms rise and wane; But the Church of Jesus Constant will remain; Gospel, Hymxs Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 57 Gates of hell can never 'Gainst that Church prevail; "We have Christ's own promise— And that cannot fail, 4 Onward, then, ye faithful, Join the happy throng, Blend with ours your voices In the triumph song; Glory, laud, and honor, Unto Christ the King. This through countless age3 Men and angels sing. 88 OH, spirit, o'erwhelmed by thy failures and fears, Look up to thy Lord, though with trembling and tears: Weak Faith, to thy call seem the heavens only dumb? To thee is the message, " Hold fast till I come." Cho.— ||: Hold fast till I come; :|| A bright crown awaits thee; Hold fast till I come. 2 Hold fast when the world would allure thee to sin; Hold fast when the ternpter assails from within; In sunshine or sadness, in gain or in loss, To falter were madness; Oh, cling to the Cross. 3 Thy Saviour is coming in tenderest love, To make up His jewels and bear them above; Oh, child, in thine anguish, despairing or dumb, Eemember the message, "Hold fast till I come."' 89 TENDERLY the Shepherd, O'er the mountains cold, Goes to bring His lost one Back to the fold. Cho. — 1|: Seeking to save, seeking to save, Lost one, 'tis Jesus seeking to save. :||. 2 Patiently the owner Seeks with earnest care, In the dust and darkness Her treasure rare. 58 Gospel. Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 3 Lovingly the Father Sends the news around: "He once dead now liveth — Once lost is found. eo HALLELUJAH, He is risen! Jesus is gone up on high! Burst the bars of death asunder, Angels shout and men reply: He is risen, He is risen, Living now, no more to die. 2 Hallelujah, He is risen! Our exalted Head to be; Sends the witness of the Spirit That our advocate is He: He is risen, He is risen, Justified in Him are we. 3 Hallelujah, He is risen! Death for aye hath lost his sting, Christ, Himself the Resurrection, From the grave His own will bring: He is risen, Ho is risen, Living Lord and coming King. 91 O CROWN of rejoicing that's waiting for me, When finished my course, and when Jesus I see. And when from my Lord comes the sweet Bounding word: "Receive, faithful servant, tho joy of thy Lord." Cuo. — O Crown of rejoicing, O wonderful song; O joy everlasting, O glorious throng; O beautiful home, my home can it be? Ogloi-y reserved for me! 2 O wonderful song that in glory I'll sing, To Him who redeemed me to Jesus my King; All glory and honor to Him shall be given, And praises unceasing forever in heaven. 3 ( I joy everlasting when henven is won, Forever in glory to shine as the sun; Gospel Hymns Xos. 1 to 6 Complete. 59 1 No sorrow nor sighing — these all flee away, No night there, no shadows — 'tis one endless day. 4 O wonderful name which the glorified bear, The new name which Jesus bestows on us there; To him that o'ercometh 'twill only be given, Blest sign of approval, our welcome to heaven. 92 WHILE foes are strong and danger near, A voice falls gently on my ear; My Saviour speaks, He says to me, That as my days my strength shall be. Cho. — His word a Tower to which I flee, For as my days my strength shall be. 2 With such a promise need I fear, For all that now I hold most dear? No, I will never anxious be, For as my days my strength shall be. 3 And when at last I'm called to die, Still on Thy promise I'll rely; Yes, Lord, I then will trust in Thee, That as my days my strength shall be. 93 IN the silent midnight watches, List — thy bosom's door! How it knocketh, knocketh, knocketh, Knocketh ever more! Say not 'tis thy pulse's beating, 'Tis thy heart of sin; 'Tis thy Saviour knocks, and crieth, " Rise, and let me in! " 2 Death comes down with reckless footsteps, To the hall and hut; Think you death will tarry knocking, When the door is shut ? Jesus waiteth, waiteth, waiteth; But the door is fast; Grieved, away thy Saviour goeth, Death breaks in at last. 60 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 3 Then is't time to stand entreating Christ to let thee in; At the gate of heaven beating, Wailing for thy sin? Nay! alas, thou guilty creature! Hast thou, then, forgot ? Jesus waited long to know thee, Now He knows thee not! 94 95 WE shall sleep, but not forever, There will be a glorious dawn! We shall meet to part, no, never, On the resurrection morn! From the deepest caves of ocean, From the desert and the plain, From the valley and the mountain, Countless throngs shall rise again. Cho. — We shall sleep, but not forever, There will be a glorious dawn; "We shall meet to part, no, never, On the resurrectiou moru! 2 When we see a precious blossom, That we tended with such care, Rudely taken from our bosom, How our aching hearts despair] Round its little grave we linger, Till the setting sun is low, Feeling all our hopes have perished With the tlower we cherished so. 3 We shall sleep, but not for ever, In the lone and silent grave; 1 Messed be the Lord that taketh, Blessed be the Lord that gave. In tho bright, eternal city Heath can never, never conic: In His own good time He'll call us From our rest, to Home, sweet Home. "VTTATCHMAN, tell me, does the morning IT Of fair /ion's glory dawn; Have the signs that mark His coming, Yet upon my pathway shone ? 96 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 61 Pilgrim, yes, arise, look round thee, Light is breaking in the skies; Spurn the unbelief that bound thee, Morning dawns, arise, arise! 2 See the glorious light ascending Of the grand Sabbatic year. Hark! the voices loud proclaiming The Messiah's kingdom near; Watchman, yes; I see just yonder, Canaan's glorious heights arise; Salem, too, appears in grandeur, Towering 'neath her sunlit skies. 3 Pilgrim, in that golden city, Seated in the jasper throne, Zion's King, arrayed in beauty, Reigns in peace from zone to zone; There, on verdant hills and mountains, Where the golden sunbeams play, Purling streams, and crystal fountains, Sparkle in th'eternal day. 4 Pilgrim, see! the light is beaming Brighter still upon thy way; Signs through all the earth are gleaming Omens of the coming day, When the last loud trumpet sounding, Shall awake from earth to sea, All the saints of God now sleeping, Clad in immortality. GIVE me the wings of faith to rise, Within the vail, and see The saints above, how great their joys, How bright their glories be. Cho. — Many are the friends who are waiting to-day, Happy on the golden strand. Many are the voices calling us away, To join their glorious band. Calling us away, Calling us away, Calling to the better land. 2 Once they were mourners here below, And poured out cries and tears; They wrestled hard, as we do now, With sins, and doubts, and fears. 62 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to G Complete. 3 I asked them whence their victor}' came They, with united breath, Ascribe their conquest to the Lamb, Their triumph to His death. 97 98 1ITY latest sun is sinking fast, IjX My race is nearly run; My strongest trials now are past, My triumph is begun. Cho. — O come, angel band, Come and around me stand, O bear me away on your snowy wings To my immortal home. 2 I know I'm nearing the holy ranks Of friends and kindred dear, For I brush the dews on Jordan's banks, — The crossing must be near. 3 I've almost gained my heavenly home; My spirit loudly sings; Thy holy ones, behold, they come! I hear the noise of wings. 4 O, bear my longing heart to Him Who bled and died for me; Whose blood now cleanses from all sin, And gives me victory. THOU didst leave Thy throne, and Thy kingly crown, When Thou earnest to earth for me; But in Bethlehem's home there was found no room For Thy nativity. Bef.— Oh, come to my heart, Lord Jesus! There is room in my heart for Thee. Oh, come to my heart Lord Jesus, come! There is room in my heart for Thee. 2 Heaven's arches rang when the angels sang, ( >f Thy birth and Thy royal degree; But in lowly birth didst Thou come to earth, And in greatest humility. Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to G Complete. 63 3 Foxes found their rest, and the birds had their nests, In the shade of the cedar tree; But Thy couch was the sod, O Thou Son of God, In the deserts of Galilee. 4 Thou earnest, O Lord, with Thy living word, That should set Thy people free; But with mocking and scorn, and with crown of thorn, Did they bear Thee to Calvary. 5 Heaven's arches shall ring, and its choirs shall sing, At Thy coming to victory, Thou wilt call me home, saying " yet there is room," There is room at My side for thee. 99 "TTOIIE at last " on heavenly mountains, XX Heard the " Come and enter in;" Saved by life's fair flowing fountains, Saved from earthly taint and sin. Bef. — " Home, sweet home," our home forever; All the pilgrim-journey past; "Welcomed home to wander, never, Saved through Jesus — " Home at last." 2 Free at last from all temptation, No more need of watchful care; Joyful in complete salvation, Given the victor's crown to wear. 3 Saved to greet on hills of glory Loved ones we have missed so long; Saved to tell the sinner's story, Saved to sing redemption's song. 4 "Welcomed at the pearly portal, Ever more a welcome guest; "Welcomed to the life immortal, In the mansions of the blest. 100 THE mistakes of my life have been many, The sins of my heart have been more, And I scarce can see for weeping, But I'll knock at the open door. 6-1 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to G Comflete. Cho. — I know I am weak and sinful, It conies to me more and more; But when the dear Saviour shall bid me come in, I'll enter the open door. 2 I am lowest of those who love Him, I am weakest of those who pray; But I come as He has bidden, And He will not say me nay. 3 My mistakes His free grace will cover, My sins He will wash away, And the feet that shrink and falter Shall walk through the gates of day. 4 The mistakes of my life have been many, And my spirit is sick with sin, And I scarce can see for weeping, But the Saviour will let me in. 101 COME, for the feast is spread; Hark to the call! Come to the Living Bread, Broken for all; Come to His hoiiso of wine, Bow on His breast recline, All that He hath is thine; Come, sinner, come. 2 Come where tho fountain ilow»— Biver of life — Healing for all thy woes, Doubting and strife; Millions have been supplied, No one was e'er denied; Come to tho crimson tide, Come, sinner, come. 3 Come to the throne of grace, boldly draw near; He who would win the raco Must tarry here; "NVhate'er thy want may be, Hero is the grace for thee, r Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 65 Jesus thy only plea, Come, Christian, come. 4 Come to the Better Land, Pilgrim, make haste! £arth is a foreign strand — Wilderness, waste! Here are the harps of gold, Here are the joys untold — Crowns for the young and old; Come, pilgrim, come. 6 Jesus, we come to Thee, Oh, take us in! Set Thou our spirits free; Cleanse us from sin! Then, in yon land of light, Clothed in our robes of white Besting not day nor night, Thee will we sing. 102 ONE sweetly solemn thought Comes to me o'er and o'^r; I'm nearer home to-day, to-day, Than I have been before. Cho. — [| : Nearer my home, :|| Nearer my home to-day, to-day, Than I have been before. 2 Nearer my Father's house, Where many mansions be; Nearer the great white throne to-day, Nearer the crystal sea. 3 Nearer the bound of life, Where burdens are laid down; Nearer to leave the cross to-day, And nearer to the crown. 4 Be near me when my feet Are slipping o'er the brink; For I am nearer home to-day, Perhaps, than now I think. 66 Gospel, Hymns Nos. 1 to G Complete. 103 LIFT up, lift up thy voice with sinking, Dear land, with strength litt up thy v Tlie kingdoms of the earth are br nging Their treasures to thy gates— rejoice! Cho — Arise and shine i:i youth immortal, Thylkdit is i ome, thy Ring appears! Beyond the Century's swinging portal. Breaks a new dawn — the thousand years ! 2 And shall His flock with strife be riven i Shall envious lines His church divide, "When He, the Lord of earth and heaven, Stands at the door to claim His bride? 3 Lift up thy gates! bring forth oblations! One crowned with crowns, a message brings, IIi> word, a sword to smite the nations; His name — the Christ, the King of kings. 4 He comes! let all the earth adore Him; The path His human nature trod Spreads to a royal realm before llim, The Light of life, the Wokd of God! 104 THAVE entered the valley of blessing, And Jesus abides with me there; And His spirit and blood make my cleansing complete. And His perfect love casteth out fear. Cho. — Oh, come to this valley of blessing, Where Jesus will fullness bestow — And believe, and receive, and confess Him, That all His salvation may know. 2 There is peace in the valley of blessing, And plenty the land doth impart, Ami there's rest for the weary-worn traveler's feet, And joy for the sorrowing heart. 3 There is love in the valley of blessing, Such as none but the blood-washed may feel, When heaven conies down redeemed spirits to ijreet. And Christ sets His covenant seal. Gospel Hymns Xos. 1 to G Co.mplet". 67 4 There's a song in the valley of blessing, That angels would fain join the strain, As with rapturous praises we bow at His feet, Crying, Worthy the Lamb that was slain. 105 I'M a pilgrim and I'm a stranger; I can tarry, I can tarry but a night! L»o not detain me, for I am going To where the streamlets are ever flowing. Cm. — I'm a pilgrim, and I'm a stranger; I can tarry, I can tarry but a night! 2 Of that city, to which I journey: My Kedeemer. my Redeemer is the light; There is no sorrow, nor any sighing, Kor any tears there, nor any dying: 3 There the sunbeams are ever shining, Oh, my longing heart, my longing heart is there; Here in this country, bo dark and dreary, I long have wandered forlorn and weary: 106 OH, what are you going to do, brother? Say, what are you going to do ? You havj thought of some useful labor, But what is the end in view? You arc f r -sh from the home of your boyhood, And just in the bloom of youth! Have you tasted the sparkling water That hows from the fount of truth ? Cho. — Is your heart in the Saviour's keeping? itemember He died for you! Then what are you going to do, brother? Say, what are you going to do ? 2 Oh, what are you going to do, brother? The morning of youth is past; The vigor and strength of manhood, My brother, are yours at last: You are rising in worldly prospects, And prospered in worldly things;— A duty to those less favored, The smile of your fortune brings. 68 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to G Complete. Cho. — Go prove that your heart is grateful — The Lord has a work for you! Then what are you going to do, brother? Say, what are you going to do ? 3 Oh, what are you going to do, brother? Your sun at its noon is high; It shines in meridian splendor, And rides through a cloudless shy; You are holding a high position, Of honor, and trust, and fame; — Are you willing to give the glory And praise to your Saviour's Name? Cho. — The regions that sit in darkness Are stretching their hands to you! Then what are you going to do, brother? Say, what are you going to do ? 4 Oh, what are you going to do, brother ? The twilight approaches now; — Already your locks are silvered, And winter is on your brow: Your talents, your time, and your riches, To Jesus, your Master, give; Then ask if the world around you Is better because you live. Cno. — You are n earing the brink of Jordan, But still there is work for you! Then what are you going to do, brother? Say, what are you going to do ? 107 ART thou weary, art thou languid? Art thou Bore distressed'.-' "Coruo to me," saith One, and coming, 11 Be at rest." 2 Hath He marks to lead me to Him If He he my guide ? "In His feet and hands are wound-prints. And His side." 3 Is there diadem as monarch, That His brow adorns ? 108 109 Gospel, Hymns Nos. 1 to G Complete. CO " Yes, a crown in very surety, But of thorns! " 4 If I find Him, if I follow, What rny future here ? "Many a sorrow, many a labor, Many a tear." 5 If I still hold closely to Him, What hath He at last ? " Sorrow vanquished, labor ended, Jordan past." 6 If I ask Him to receive me, Will He say me nay ? " Not till earth and not till heaven Pass away." Antx. SHALL we meet beyond the river, Where the surges cease to roll '? W T here in all the bright forever Sorrow ne'er shall press the soul? Cho. — Shall we meet, shall we meet, jj: Shall we meet beyond the river,:] J Where the surges cease to roll ? 2 Shall we meet in that blest harbor, When our stormy voyage is o'er ? Shall we meet and cast the anchor By the fair, celestial shore? 3 Shall we meet in yonder city, Where the towers of crystal shine? Where the walls are all of jasper, Built by workmanship divine ? — 4 Shall we meet with Christ our Saviour, When He comes to claim His own? Shall we know His blessed favor, And sit down upon His throne ? ALL glory to Jesus be given, That life and salvation are free; And all may be washed and forgiven, And Jesus can save even me. 70 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. Cho. — Yes, Jesus is mighty to save, And all His salvation may know, On His bosom I lean, And His blood makes me clean, For His blood can wash whiter than snow. 2 From darkness and sin and despair, Out into the light of His love, He has brought me and made me an heir, To kingdoms and mansions above. 3 Oh, the rapturous heights of His love, The measureless depths of His grace, My soul all His fullness would prove, And live in His loving embrace. 4 In Him all my wants are supplied, His love makes my heaven below, And freely His blood is applied, His blood that makes whiter than snow. 110 THEEE'S a land that is fairer than day, And by faith we can see it afar; For the Father waits over the way, To prepare us a dwelling-place thee. Cno. — 1|: In the sweet by-and-by, We shall meet on that beautiful shore. :|| 2 We shall sing on that beautiful shore The melodious songs of the blest, And our spirits shall sorrow no more, Not a sigh for the blessing of rest. 3 To our bountiful Father above, We will offer our tribute of praise, For the glorious gift of His love, And the blessings that hallow our days. Ill OH, turn ye, oh, turn ye, for why will ye die ? When God in great mercy is coming so nigh? Now Jesus invites you, the Spirit says, " Come,'' And angels are waiting to welcome you home. Gospel Hysixs Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 2 How vain the delusion, that while you delay, Your hearts may grow better, your chains melt away; Come guilty, come wretched, come just as you are, All helpless and dying, to Jesus repair. 3 The contrite in heart He will freely receive, Oh! why will you not the glad message believe? Ii aizx be your burden, why will you not come ? 'Tis you He makes welcome; He bids you come home. 112 MUST Jesus bear the cross alone, And all the world go free ? Ko, there's a cross for every one, And there's a cross for me. 2 The consecrated cross I'll bear, Till death shall set me free; And then go home my crown to wear, For there's a crown for me. 3 Upon the crystal pavement, down At Jesus' pierced feet, With joy I'll cast my golden crown, And His dear name repeat. 4 O precious cross! O glorious crown! O resurrection day! Ye angels, from the stars come down, And bear my soul away, 113 THROUGH the valley of the shadow I must go, Where the cold waves of Jordan roll; iiut the promise of my Shepherd will I know, Be the rod and the staff to my soul. Even now down the valley as I glide, I can hear my Saviour say, " Follow me! " And with Him I'm not afraid to cross the tide, There's a light in the valley for me. Oho.— ||: There's a light in the valley, :|| There's a light in the valley for me, And no evil will I fear, While my Shepherd is so near, There's a light in the valley for me. Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 2 Now the rolling of the billows I can hear, As they beat on the turf-bound shore; But the beacon light of love so bright and clear, Guides my bark, frail and lone safely o'er, I shall find down the valley no alarms, For my Saviour's blessed smile I can see; He will bear me in His loving, mighty arms, There's a light in the valley for me. 114 Tl^IS a goodly pleasant land that we pilgrims journey JL through, And our Father's constant blessings fall around us like the dew; But its sunshine and its beauty to our hearts no joy can bring, Like the splendors that await us in the palace of the King. In this goodly pleasant land only strangers low are we, For we seek a better country, and 'tis there we long to be; Yes, we long to swell tho anthem that for evermore shall ring, From the pure in heart made perfect, in the palace of the King. Rkf. — the palace of the King, royal palace o( the King; Where our Father in His mercy all the ransomed ones will bring; "Where our sorrows and our trials like a dream wdl pass away, And our souls shall dwell forever in the realms of endless day. 2 Our Redeemer is the King; what a sacrifice He made, When Be purchased our redemption, and His blood tho ransom paid; In His cross shall be our glory, to that blessed cross we'll cling, Till we reach tho gates that open to the palace of tho King. We shall see Him bye and bye, hallelujah to His name! Through the blood of His atonement, life eternal we may claim; Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to G Complete. 73 We shall cast our crowns before Him and our songs of victory sing, When we enter in triumphant to the palace of the King. 115 THEY dreamed not of danger, those sinners of old, Whom Noah was chosen to warn; By frequent transgressions their hearts had grown cold, They laughed his entreaties to scorn: Yet daily he called them, "Oh, come, sinners, come, Believe and prepare to embark! Beceive ye the message, and know there is room For all who will come to the Ark." Cho. — Then come, come, oh, come; There's refuge alone in the Ark, Beceive ye the message, and know there is room For all who will come to the Ark. 2 He could not arouse them, unheeding they stood, Unmoved by His warning and prayer; The prophet passed in from the oncoming flood, And left them to hopeless despair: The flood-gates were opened, the deluge came on, The heavens as midnight grew dark, Too late, then they turned, every foot-hold was gone, They perished in sight of the Ark. 3 O sinners, the heralds of mercy implore, They cry like a patriarch, " Come;" The Ark of salvation is moored to your shore, Oh, enter while yet there is room! The storm-cloud of Justice rolls dark over head, And when by its fury you're tossed, Alas, of your perishing soul 'twill be said, " They heard— they refused — and icere lost!" lie XTTHEN my final farewell to the world I have said, W And gladly lie down to my rest; When softly the watchers shall say, " He is dead," And fold my pale hands o'er my breast; Gospel, Hymns Nos. 1 to Complete And when, with my glorified vision at last The walls of " That City " I see, Will any one then at the beautiful gate, Be waiting and watching for me ? Cho. — 1|: Be waiting and watching, Be waiting and watching for me. :j| 2 There are little ones glancing about in my path, In want of a friend and a guide; There are dear little eyes looking up into mine, Whose tears might be easily dried. But Jesus may beckon the children away In the midst of their grief and their glee — Will any of them, at the beautiful gate, Be waiting and watching for me ? 3 There are old and forsaken who linger awhile In homes which their dearest have left; And a few gentle words or an action of love May cheer their sad spirits bereft. But the Reaper is near to the long standing corn, The weary will soon be set free — Will any of them, at tho beautiful gate. Be waiting and watching for me ? 4 Oh, should I be brought there by tho bountiful grace Of Him who delights to forgive, Though I bless not the weary about in my path, Pray only for self while I live, — Methinks I should mourn o'er my sinful neglect, If sorrow in heaven can be, Should no one I love, at the beautiful gate, Be waiting and watching for me ! 117 O! WITAT shall I do to bo saved Prom the sorrows that burden my soul 9 Like the waves in the storm When the winds are at war, ('hilling Hoods of distress o'er mo roll. What shall I do? what shall T do? O! what* shall I ^\o t i be saved? Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 75 2 O! what shall I do to be saved, When the pleasures of youth are all fled? And the friends I have loved, From the earth are removed And I weep o'er the graves of the dead? What shall I do ? what shall I do ? O! what shall I do to be saved? 3 O! what shall I do to be saved, When sickness my strength shall subdue ? Or the world in a day, Like a cloud roll away, And eternity opens to view? What shall I do 2 what shall I do ? O ! what shall I do to be saved ? 4 O! Lord look in mercy on me, Come, O come and speak peace to my soul: Unto whom shall I hee, Dearest Lord, but to Thee, Thou canst make my poor, broken heart whole. That will I do ! that will I do! To Jesus I'll go and be saved. 118 HOLY, Holy, Holy! Lord God Almighty! Early in the morning our song shail rise to Thee; Holy, Holy, Holy! Merciful and Mighty! God in three Persons, blessed Trinity! 2 Holy, Holy, Holy! all the saints adore Thee, Casting down their golden crowns around the glassy sea; Cherubim and Seraphim falling down before Thee, Which wert and art, and evermore shall be. 3 Holy, Holy, Holy! though the darkness hide Thee, Though the eye of sinful man Thy glory may not see, Only Thou art Holy, there is none beside Thee, Perfect in power, in love and purity. 4 Holy, Holy, Holy! Lord God Almighty! All Thy works shall praise Thy name in earth, and sky, and sea; Holy, Holy, Holy! Merciful and Mighty! God in three Persons, blessed Trinity! Amen. 76 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 119 120 WHEN the storms of life are raging, Tempests wild on sea and land, I will seek a place of refuge In the shadow of God's hand. Cho. — He will hide me, He will hide me, Where no harm can e'er betide me; He will hide me, safely hide me In the shadow of His Lmd. 2 Though He may send some affliction, 'Twill but make me long for home; For in love and not in anger, All His chastenings will come. 3 Enemies may strive to injure, Satan all his arts employ; He will turn what seems to harm me Into everlasting joy. 4 So, while here the cross I'm bearing, Meeting storms and billows wild, Jesus, for my soul is caring, Naught can harm His Father's ehild. THINE, Jesus, Thine, No more this heart of mine Shall seek its joy apart from Thee; The world is crucified to me, And I am Thine. 2 Thine, Thine alone, My joy, my hope, my crown; Now earthly things may fade nnd die, They charm my soul no more, for I Am Thine alone. 3 Thine, ever Thine, Forever to recline, On love eternal, tixed and sure, Yes, I am Thine for evermore, Lord, Jesus, Thine. 4 Thine, Jesus, Thine, Soon in Thy crown to shine Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 77 When from the glory Thou shalt come, And with Thy saints shall take me home, Lord, Jesus, come. 121 LONG in darkness we have waited, For the shining of the Light; Long have felt the things we hated. Sink us still in deeper night. Cho. — Blessed Jesus, loving Saviour! Tender, faithful, strong and true, Break the fetters that have bound us, Make us in Thyself anew. 2 Now, at last, the Light appeareth, Jesus stands upon the shore; And, with tender voice, He calleth, " Come to me and sin no more! " 3 Nothing have we, but our weakness, Naught but sorrow, sin and care; All within, is loathsome vileness, All without, is dark despair. 4 All our talents we have wasted, All Thy laws have disobeyed; But Thy goodness now we've tasted, In Thy robes we stand arrayed. 5 Thou hast saved us — do Thou keep us, Guide us by Thine eye divine; Let the Holy Spirit teach us, That our light may ever shine. Cho. — Blessed Jesus, be Thou near us; Give us of Thy grace to-day; While we're calling, do Thou hear us, Send us, now, Thy peace, we pray. 122 JESUS, gracious One, calleth now to thee, " Come, sinner, come!" Calls so tenderly, calls so lovingly," " Now, O sinner, come." Words of peace and blessing, Christ's own love confessing; Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to G Complete. Kef. — Hear the sweet voice of Jesus, Full, full of love; Calling tenderly, calling lovingly, "Come, sinner, come." 2 Still He waits for thee, pleading patiently, "Come, O come to Me!" " Heavy-laden one, I thy grief have borne, Come and rest in Me." Words with love o'crflowing, Life and bliss bestowing; 3 Weary, sin-sick soul, called so graciously, Canst thou dare refuse ? Mercy offered thee, freely, tenderly, Wilt thou still abuse ? Come, for time is living, Haste, thy lamp is dying; 123 WE'VE journeyed many a day Upon an ocean wide, Amid the mist and spray Of many a surging tide; •But, lo! the land is mar! For just beyond the foam I see it bright and clear, The light of home, sweet home. Hef. — There's a light upon the shore, brother, It flashes from the strand; The night is almost o'er, brother, The haven's just at hand. 2 We've had our storms of doubt, Our rains of bitter tears, Our fightings tierce without, Within our anxious fears; But, lo! the storms are past, They cannot reach us more; We've Righted land at last, The blessed stormless shore. 3 O land of calmest rest, Where »nns no more go down! 124 125 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 79 O haven of the bl st, With bliss and glory crowned! No more the storm, ttie dark, The breakers and the foam, No more the wail, for hark! We hear the songs of home. TAKE my life and let it be Consecrated, Lord, to Thee; Take my hands and let them move At the impulse of Thy love. Cho.— All to Thee, all to Thee, Consecrated, Lord, to Thee. 2 Take my feet and let them be Swift and beautiful for Thee; Take my voice and let me sing Always — only — for my King. 3 Take my lips and let them be Filled with messages from Thee; Take my silver and my gold, Not a mite would I withhold. 4 Take my moments and my days, Let them now in endless praise; Take my intellect and use Every power as Thou shalt choose. 5 Take my will and make it Thine, It shall be no longer mine; Take my heart, it is Thine own, It shall be Thy royal throne. 6 Take my love, my God, I pour At Thy feet its treasure store; Take myself, and I will be Ever, only, all for Thee. THE Gospel bells are ringing, Over land, from sea to sea: Blessed nows of free salvation Do they offer you and me. 80 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. " For God so loved the world That His only Son He gave, "Whosoe'er believeth in Him Everlasting life shall have." Cho. — Gospel bells, how they ring; Over land from sea to sea; Gospel bells freely bring Blessed news to you and me. 2 The Gospel bells invite us To a feast prepared for all; Do not slight the invitation, Nor reject the gracious call. " I am the bread of life; Eat of Me, thou hungry soul, Though your sins be red as crimson, They shall be as white as wool." 3 The Gospel bells give warning, As they sound from day to day, Of the fate which doth await them Who forever will delay. "Escape ye, for thy life; Tarry not in all the plain, Nor behind thee look, oh, never, Lest thou be consumed in pain." 4 The Gospel bells are joyful, As they echo far and wide, Bearing notes of perfect pardon, Through a Saviour crucified. " Good tidings of great joy To all people do I bring, Unto you is born a Saviour, Which is Christ the Lord " and King. 126 JOY to the world! the Lord is come; 'Lh.' mighty God, the Everlasting Father, and the Prince of Peace. Let e\( rv heart prepare Him room, The mighty God the Everlasting Father, and the Prince of 1 eace. Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. Si 2 Joy to the world! the Saviour reigns, The mighty God, the Everlasting Father, and the Prince of Peace. O praise Him, floods, rocks, hills and plains, The mighty God, the Everlasting Father, and the Prince of Peace. 3 He rules the world with truth and grace, The mighty God, the Everlasting Father, and the Prince of Peace. And saves us by His righteousness, The mighty God, the Everlasting Father, and the Prince of Peace. 127 APtULEK 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." Cho. — | :"Ye must be born again, :|J 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." 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." 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." 128 Justice. /^UT it down, cut it down, V_^ Spare not the fruitless tree! It spreads a harmful shade around, It spoils what else were useful ground, No fruit for years on it I've found, Cut it down! cut it down! 82 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. Mercy. 2 One year more, one year more, Oh, spare the fruitless tree! Behold its branches broad and green, Its spreading leaves have hope less been. Some fruit thereon may yet bo seen, One year more! one year more! Justice. 3 Cut it down, cut it down, And burn the worthless tree! For other use the soil prepare, Some other tree will nourish there, And in my vineyard much fruit bear, Cut it down! cut it down! Mercy. 4 One year more, one year more, For mercy spare the tree! Another year of care bestow, On its fair form some fruit may grow, If not— then lay the cumber ear low, One year more! one year more! 5 Still it stands, still it stands, A fair, but fruitless tree! The Master, seeking fruit thereon Has come— but, grieved at rinding none, Now speaks to Justice— Mercy down — Cut it down! cut it down! 129 COME near me, O my Saviour! Thy tenderness reveal; 0, let me know the sympathy Which Thou for me dost feel! I need Thee every moment; Thine absence brings dismay; But when the tempter hurls his darts, 'Twere death with Thee away. 2 Come near me, my Redeemer, And never leave my side; My bark, when tossed on trouble's sea, The storm cannot outride, Unless Thy word of power Arrest the surging wave; No voice but Thine its rage can quell, No arm but Thine can save. 130 131 GosPEii Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 83 3 Come near me, blessed Jesus! I need Thee in my joy, No less than when the direst ills My happiness destroy; For when the sun shines o'er me And flowers strew my way, Without Thy wise and guiding hand More easily I stray. 4 Be near me, mighty Saviour, When comes the latest strife; For Thou thro' death's shadow passed, And ope'd the gates of life; And when among the ransomed I stand with crown and palm, To Thee, Divine, unfailing Friend, I'll raise eternal psalm. WHY do you wait, dear brother, Oh, why do you tarry so long ? Your Saviour is waiting to give you A place in His sanctified throng. Cho.— ||: Why not? why not? Why not come to Him now? :)j 2 What do you hope, dear brother, To gain by a further delay ? There's no one to save you but Jesus, There's no other way but His way. 3 Do you not feel, dear brother, His Spirit now striving within? Oh, why not accept His salvation, And throw off thy burden of sin ? 4 Why do you wait, dear brother? The harvest is passing away; Your Saviour is longing to bless you, There's danger and death in delay. IS Jesus able to redeem A sinner lost, like me? My sins so great, so many seem! sinner, "come and see." 84 GosrEL Hymns Nos. 1 to G Complete. Kef. — The blood that Jesus shed of old, Was shed for you and me: And there is room within the fold — O " come to Him and see." 2 Is Jesus willing to forgive A rebel child, like me? "Who would not in His favor live? O rebel, " come and see." 3 Is Jesus waiting to relieve A wanderer, like me, Who chose the Father's House to leave? O wanderer, " come and see." 4 Is Jesus ready now to save A guilty one, like me, Who brought Him to the cross and grave ? Come, guilty one, and see. 132 O WHAT a Saviour that He died for me! From condemnation He hath made me free; He that belie veth on the Son," saith He, " Hath everlasting life." Cho. — " Verily, verily, I say unto you, Verily, verily," message ever new; "He that belie veth on the Son," 'tis true, " Hath everlasting life." 2 All my iniquities on Him were laid, All my indebtedness by Him was paid; All who believe on Him, the Lord hath said, " Hath everlasting life." 3 Though poor and needy, I can trust my Lord; Though weak and sinful, I believe His word: O glad message! every child of God, " Hath everlasting life." 4 Though all unworthy, yet I will not doubt, For him that cometh, Be will not east out, " He that lulieveth," () the good news shout, "IIatu everlasting life." Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 133 TF never the gaze of sun and moon, On the blessed home above, From whence are its rays of wondrous noon ? Oh! " The Lamb is the light thereof." Cho. — They shall walk in white, there shall be no night In the fadeless home above; And the shout shall ring as the ransomed sing, Oh! " The Lamb is the light thereof." 2 And thus saith the page of Holy Writ Of the land of song and love, " The glory of God did lighten it, And the Lamb is the light thereof." 3 Then follow Him, till the eye grows dim, And the soul, as ark-freed dove, Shall speed away to realms of day, Where " The Lamb is the light thereof." 134 OH, how happy are we, v- Who in Jesus agree, And expect His return from above; We sit 'neath His vine, and delightfully join In the praise of His excellent love. Cho. — Oh, how happy are we Who in Jesus agree, How happy, how happy are we. 2 When united to Him, We partake of the stream Ever flowing in peace from the throne, We in Jesus believe, and the Spirit receive, That proceeds from the Father and Son. 3 We remember the word Of our crucified Lord, When He went to prepare us a place, "I will come in that day and will take you away, And admit to a sight of my face." 4 Come, Lord, from the skies And command us to rise To the mansions of glory above; With Thee to ascend and eternity spend, In a rapture of heavenly love. $0 Cospel Hymns Nos. 1 to Complete. I^> LESSED hope that in Jesus is given, ^ In our sorrow to cheer and sustain, T. at soon in the mansions of Heaven, We shall meet with our loved ones again. Cho. — II : Blessed hope, blessed hope, We shall meet with our loved ones again. ;|J 2 Blessed hope in the word God has spoken, All our peace by that word we obtain; And as sure as God's word was ne'er broken, We shall meet with our loved ones again. 3 Blessed hope! how it shines in our sorrow, Like the star over Bethlehem's plain, That it may be, with Him, ere the morrow, We shall meet with our loved ones again. 4 Blessed hope! the bright star of the morning, That shall herald His coming to reign; Oh, the glory that waits its fair dawning, When we meet with our loved ones again. 136 TEMPTED and tried! Oh! the terrible tide May be raging and deep, may be wrathful and wide! Y. < its fury is vain, For the Lord shall restrain. And forever and ever Jehovah shall reign. Cho. — Tempted and tried, Yet the, Lord at thy side, Shall guide thee, ami keep thee, Though tempted and tried. 2 Tempted and tried, There is One at thy side. And never in vain shall His children confide! lie shall save and defend, For lie loves to the end, Adorable Master and glorious Friend! I! Tempted and tried, Whate'er may betide, In His secret pavilion His children shall hide, Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 87 'Neath the shadowing wing, Of Eternity's King, His children shall trust, and His servants shall sing. 4 Tempted and tried! Yet the Lord will abide, Thy faithful Redeemer, thy Keeper and Gui e, Thy Shiel I and thy Sword, Thine exceeding Reward, Then enough for the servaut to be as his Lord. 5 Tempted and tried, The Saviour who died, Hath called thee to suffer and reign by His side; His cross thou shall bear, And His crown thou shalt wear, And forever and ever His glory shalt share. 137 I CANNOT tell how precious Since I have Him accepted, And He hath made me free; I cannot tell His goodness, Enough to satisfy; And if you'll only take Him, You'll see the reason why. Cho. — I cannot tell how precious The Saviour is to me; I only can entreat you To come, and taste and see. 2 I cannot do for Jesus As much as I should like; But I will e'er endeavor To work with all my might; For, was not my dear Saviour For sinners crucified ? For me, then, surely, Jesus Hung on the cross and died. 3 Whene'er I think of Jesus, I cannot but rejoice; To me He's ever precious, For Him I raise my voice: 83 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. I know He has in glory A home prepared for me, Where I shall live forever So happy, and so free. 138 BEAUTIFUL valley of Eden! Sweet is thy noon-tide calm; Over the hearts of the weary, .Breathing thy waves of balm. Bef. — Beautiful valley of Eden, Home of the pure and blest, How often amid the wild billows I dream of thy rest — sweet rest! 2 Over the heart of the mourner Shineth thy golden day, Wafting the song of the angels Down from the far away. 3 There is the home of my Saviour; There, with the blood-washed throng Over the highlands of glory liolleth the great new song. 139 FIERCE and wild the storm is raging Hound a helpless bark, On to doom 'tis swiftly driving, O'er the waters dark! Cho. — Joy, behold the Saviour, Joy, the message hear, "I'll stand by until the morning, I've come to save you, do not tear/' Yes, I'll stand by until the morning, I've come to save you, do not fear; 2 Weary, helpless, hopeless seamen Fainting on the deck, W 7 ith what joy they hail their Saviour, As Ho hails the wreck! 3 On a wild and stormy ocean, Sinking neath the wave, Souls that perish heed the message, Christ has come to save! 140 141 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 80 4 Daring death thy soul to rescue, He in love has come; Leave the wreck, and in Him trusting, Thou shalt reach thy home ! W 1 'E'RE saved by the blood That was drawn from the side Of Jesus our Lord, When He languished and died. Ref. — Hallelujah to God, For redemption so free; Hallelujah, Hallelujah, Dear Saviour, to Thee. 2 O yes, 'tis the blood Of the Lamb that was slain; He conquered the grave, And He liveth again. 3 We're saved by the blood, We are sealed by its power; 'Tis life to the soul, And its hope every hour. 4 That blood is a fount Where the vilest may go, And wash till their souls Shall be whiter than snow. 5 We're saved by the blood, Hallelujah again; We're saved by the blood, Hallelujah, Amen. WHAT though clouds are hovering o'er me, And I seem to walk alone — Longing 'mid my cares and crosses, For the joys that now are flown — If I've Jesus, "Jesus only," Then my sky will have a gem; He's a Sun of brightest splendor, And the Star of Bethlehem. 2 What though all my earthly journey Bringeth naught but weary hours, And, in grasping for life's roses, Thorns I find instead of flowers — 90 Gospel, Hymns Nos. 1 to G Complete. If I've Jesus, "Jesus only," I possess a cluster rare; He's the "Lily of the Valley," And the "Hose of Sharon" fair. 3 What though all my heart is yearning For the loved of long ago — Bitter lessons sadly learning From the shadowy page of woe — If I've Jesus, " Jesus only," " He'll be with me to the end; And, unseen by mortal vision, Angel bands will o'er me bend. 4 When I soar to realms of glory, And an entrance I await, If I whisper, " Jesus only! " Wide will ope the pearly gate; When I join the heavenly chorus, And the angel hosts I see, Precious Jesus, " Jesus only," Will my theme of rapture be. 142 "TT^HOM have I, Lord, in heaven but Thee? v T None but Thee! None but Thee! And this my song through life shall be, Christ for me! Christ for me! He hath for me the Mine-press trod, He hath redeemed me "by His blood," And reconciled my soul to God, Christ for me! Christ for me! 2 I envy not the rich their joys, Christ for me! Christ for me! I covet not earth's glittering toys, Christ for me! Christ for me! Earth can no lasting bliss bestow, " Fading" is stamped on all below; Mine is h joy no end can know, Christ for me! Christ for me ! 3 Through with the poor be cast my lot, Christ for me! Christ for me! " lie knoweth best," -[ murmur not, Christ for me! Christ for me ' Gospzii Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 91 Though " Vine and Fig-tree " blight assail, The " labor of the Olive fail," And death o'er hocks and herds prevail, Christ for me! Christ for me! 4 Though I am now on hostile ground, Christ for me! Christ for me! And sin beset me all around, Christ for me! Christ for me! Let earth her fiercest battles wage, And foes against my soul engage, Strong in His strength I scorn their rage, Christ for me! Christ for mo! 5 And when my life draws to its close, Christ for me! Christ for me! Safe in His arms I shall repose, Christ for me! Christ for me! When sharpest pains my frame pervade, And all the powers of nature fade, Still will I sing through death's cold shade, Christ for me ! Christ for mo! 143 I HAVE heard of a land far away, And its glories no tongue can declare; iiut its beauty hangs over the way, And with Jesus I long to be there. Kef. — |] : To be there, to be there, And with Jesus I long to be there. :Jj 2 There are fore-tastes of heaven below, There are moments like joys of the blest; But the splendors no mortal can know, Of the land where the weary shall rest. 3 In that noon-tide of glory so fair, In the gleam of the river of life, There are joys that the faithful shall share; O how sweetly they rest from the strife! 4 There the ransomed with Jesus abide In the shade of the sheltering fold; Evermore by Immanuel's side, They shall dwell in the glory untold. Gospe;, Hymns Nos. 1 to G Complete. 144 145 GLIDING o'er life's fitful waters, Heavy surges sometimes roll; And we sigh for yonder haven, For the Home-land of the soul. Ref. — Blessed Home-land, every fair ! Sin can never enter there; But the soul, to life awaking, Everlasting bloom shall wear. 2 Oft we catch a faint reflection Of its bright and vernal hills; And. though distant, how we hail it! How each heart with rapture thrills! 3 To our Father, and our Saviour, To the Spirit, Three in One, "We shall sing glad songs of triumph When our harvest work is done. 4 'Tis the weary pilgrim's Home-land, Where each throbbing care shall cease. And our longings and our yearnings, Like a wave, be hushed to peace. "TT7"OULD you lose your load of sin? T T Fix your eyes upon Jesus: "Would you know God's peace within? Fix your eyes upon Jesus. Cho. — Jesus who on the cross did die, Jesus who lives and reigns on high, He alone can justify; Fix your eyes upon Jesus. 2 Would you calmly walk the wave? Fix your eyes upon Jesus; "Would you know His power to save? Fix your eyes upon Jesus. S Would you have your cares grow light? Fix your eyes upon Jesus; Would you songs have- in the night? Fix your eyes upon Jesus. 4 Grieving, would you comfort know? Fix your eyes upon Jesus; 146 147 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 93 Humble be when blessings flow? Fix your eyes upon Jesus. Would you strength in weakness have ? Fix your eyes upon Jesus; See a light beyond the grave? Fix your eyes upon Jesus. THEKE is a land of pure delight, Where saints immortal reign; Eternal day excludes the night, And pleasures banish pain. There everlasting spring abides, And never-fading flowers; Death, like a narrow sea, divides That heavenly land from ours. 2 Sweet fields, beyond the swelling flood, S^and dressed in living green; So to the Jews fair Canaan stood, While Jordan rolled between. But timorous mortals start and shrink To cross this narrow sea, And linger, trembling on the brink, And fear to launch away. 3 O could we make our doubts remove, — Those gloomy doubts that rise, — And see the Canaan that we love, With unbeclouded eyes, — Could we but climb where Moses stood, And view the landscape o'er — Not Jordan's stream, nor death's cold flood, Should fright us from the shore. OH, I am so happy in Jesus, His blood has redeemed me from sin, I weep and I sing in my gladness, To know He is dwelling within. Cho. — Oh, I am so happy in Jesus, From sin and from sorrow so free; So happy that He is my Saviour, So happy that Jesus loves me. 94 C^sfel Hymns Nos. 1 to G Complete 2 Ob, I am so happy in Jesus, He taught me the secret of faith, To rest in believing His promise, And trust whatsoever He saith. 3 Oh, I am so happy in Jesus, I lay my whole soul at His feet; The love He has kindled within me Makes service and suffering sweet. 4 Oh, I am so happy in Jesus, If earth in His love is so ble-t, What joy in His glorified presence. To sit at His feet as His guest. 148 THE gospel trumpet's sounding The year of jubilee, And grace is all aboiinding, To set the bondmen free. Cho. — Return, return, ye captives, Return unto your homo, ||:The gospel trumpet's sounding, The jubilee is come ! :|| 2 Forsake your wretched service, Your master's claims are o'er; Avail yourselves ft' freedom, lie Satan's slaves no more. 3 A better Master's calling, In accents truo and kind; He asks a loving service, And claims a willing mind. 4 no offers you salvation, And points to joys above; And, longing, waits to make ycu The objects of ilis love. 5 In living faith accept Him, Give up all else beside; While grace is loudly calling, Look to the Crucified. Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Co^irLETK. 95 149 150 OH, the bitter pain and sorrow That a time could ever be, Yv'hen I proudly said to Jesus "All of self and none of Thee," !|: All of self and none of thee, :|| \\ 7 hen I proudly said to Jesus "All of self and none of Thee." 2 Yet He found me; I beheld Him Bleeding on th'accursed tree, And my wistful heart said faintly, " Some-of self, and some of Thee," ]|: Some of self, and some of Thee,:j| And my wistful heart said faintly, " Some of self and some of Thee." 3 Day by day His tender mercy Healing, helping, full and free, Brought me lower, while I whispered, " Less of self and more of Thee," j| : Less of self and more of Thee, :| | Brought me lower, while I whispered, " Less of self and more of Thee." 4 Higher than the highest heavens, Deeper than the deepest sea, Lord, Thy love at last has conquered, " None of self and all of Thee, : ' i|: None of self and all of Thee, :| j jord, Thy love at last has conquered "None of self and all of Thee." CAN it be right for me to go On in this dark, uncertain way ? Say, " I believe," and yet not know Whether my sins are put away ? ■Cho. — I will no longer doubt Thee, O Lord! I will forever rest in Thy word. 2 Can it be right in doubt to wait, "Wait for the day that tries the heart, Ere I shall learn what is my state, Fearing the Judge should say depart ? 96 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 3 Can it be right such loads to bear, While He says "Come, I'll give you rest? Bidding me cast on Him my care, Leaning in love, upon His breast. 4 Can it be right to doubt His power, Both to forgive and vanquish sin ? Even in trials of darkest hour, Can not His love give peace within ? 5 Can it be right no soul to seek, Lest I should prove unfit to guide ? Can He not teach my tongue to speak, Will He not ample strength provide? 6 Can it be right with such a Lord, Even to dread the hour of death ? Waiting in faith the great reward, Calmly I'll yield my dying breath. 151 FHOM the riven Bock there floweth, Living water ever clear; Weary pilgrim, journeying onward, Know you not that Fount is near ? Cho. — Jesus is the Bock of Ages — Smitten, stricken, lo! He dies; From His side a living fountain, Know you not it satisfies ? 2 "Without money, without merit," Jesus calls, " Come unto me," Thirsty traveler, bo encouraged, Know you not tho Fount is free 2 3 Fainting in tho desert, dreary, Guilty sinner, hark! 'tis He! 'TiB the Saviour still entreating, Know you not Ho calleth thee? 152 rpiIOU art coming, O my Saviour, X Thou art coming! O my King, Every tongue Thy name confessing, Well may we rejoice and sing; Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 97 Thou art coming! rays of glory, Through the veil Thy death has rent, Gladden now our pilgrim pathway, Glory from Thy presence sent. Cho. — Thou art coming, Thou art coming, We shall meet Thee on Thy way, Thou art coming, we shall see Thee, And be like Thee on that day. Thou art coming! Thou art coming! Jesus our beloved Lord, O the joy to see Thee reigning, Worshiped, glorified, adored. • 2 Thou art coming, not a shadow, Not a mist and not a tear, Not a sin and not a sorrow, On that sunrise grand and clear; Thou art coming! Jesus Saviour, Nothing else seems worth a thought, Oh, how marvelous the glory, And the bliss Thy pain hath bought. 3 Thou art coming, we are waiting With a hope that cannot fail, Asking not the day or hour, Anchored safe within the veil; Thou art coming! at Thy table We are witnesses for this, As we meet Thee in communion, Earnest of our coming bliss. 153 ONLY trusting in my Saviour, All to Him my soul would leave; He has suffered to redeem me, And His word I now believe. Kef. — Now to Christ alone I'm clinging, Though the tempest round me blow; Heeding not the clouds above me, Dreading not the waves below. 2 Only trusting, nothing doubting, This is all that I can dor. 98 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to G Complete. Every trial ih.it befalls mo He will safely bring me through. 3 There are breakers in the distance, Yet no danger will I fear; On the Rock my feet are resting, Naught of harm can reach me here. 4 Only trusting, only trusting, This is joy and life to me; Thou wilt never leave me friendless While I cling, O Christ, to Thee. 154 IN my Father's house there is many a room, And my Lord has gone to prepare A place for me; O can it be That I shall be with Him there ? Cho. — 1|: Forever with Jesus there;:|| What grace divine, that He is mine! And I shall be with Him there. 2 In my Father's house there is endless day, With no cloud of sorrow or care, No tearful eyes, no groans or si 'Tis finished, all is finished, Their fight with death and sin; Fling open wide the golden gates, And let the victors in. Cho. — Hallelujah! Hallelujah To the Lamb who once was slain! Hallelujah! Hallelujah To Him who lives again! 2 What rush of hallelujahs Fill all the earth and sky! What ringing of a thousand harps Besj^eaks the triumph nigh! O day, for which creation And all its tribes were made! O joy, for all its former woes A thousand fold repaid ! 3 0, then what raptured greetings On Canaan's happy shore! What knitting severed friendships up, Where partings are no more V Then eyes with joy shall sparkle, That brimmed with tears of late; Orphans no longer fatherless, Nor widows desolate. I FEEL like singing all the time, My tears are wiped away; For Jesus is a friend of mine, I'll serve Him every day. Cho. — I'm singing, singing, Singing all the time; Singing, singing, Singing all the time. 2 "When on the cross my Lord I saw, Nailed there by sins of mine; Fast fell the burning tears; but now, I'm singing all the time. 3 When fierce temptations try my heart, I sing, Jesus is mine; And so, though tears at times may start, I'm singing all the time. 100 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to G Complete. 4 The wondrous story of the Lamb, Tell with that voice of thine, Till others, with the glad ne w song Go singing all the time. 157 "1% TINE! what rays of glory bright 1_yX Now upon the promise shine! I have found the Lord my light; I am His, and He is mine. Cho. — Mine, oh, mine, mine, oh, mine, Jesus Christ, my Lord and Saviour, I am His and He is mine! 2 Mine! the promise often read, Note in living truth impressed, Once acknowledged in the head, Now a fire within the breast. 3 Mine! the promise cannot change, Mine, though oft my eyes are dim; Naught can from His love estrange, Those who place their trust in Him. 4 Mine! though oft my hand maj' fail, il> is strong and holds me fast; By His blood I shall prevail, He shall lead mo home at last. 5 Mine! when death the bars shall break, 'Mid those glories all divine. " Satisfied " I shall awake, Clasp His feet, and call Him mine. 158 ETETINITY dawns on my vision to-day, Gather round me my loved ones to sing and to pray; The shadows are past, and tho veil is withdrawn, Brightly now does the morn of eternity dawn. Cho. — Hallelujah) Hallelujah! Hallelujah, we sing! Jesus conquered the grave, robbing death of its sting: Hosanna! again let the glad anthem ring, 11 Sing and pray! Eternity dawns!" Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 101 2 Eternity dawns! Oh, the glories that rise, How they burst on my soul in its blissful surprise; With rapture the gleam of the city I see, Where the crown and the mansion are waiting for mo. 3 "Eternity dawns! " There will be no more night, I am nearing the gates of the city of light; The shadows of time are passing away, Tarry not, O my Saviour, come quickly, I pray. 4 " Eternity dawns!" Earth recedes from my view; Weeping friends, now farewell, I must bid you adieu; I'm resting in Jesus, His merits I plead, Fear ye not, "for my God shall supply all your need." 5 "Eternity dawns!" Tis a source of content, That in preaching salvation my life has been spent; 'Tis " Jesus my All," and the Saviour of men, May His grace be upon you forever. Amen. 159 NOTHING, either great or small- Nothing, sinner, no; Jesus died and paid it all, Long, long ago. Cho. — "It is finished!" yes, indeed, Finished every jot; Sinner, this is all you need, Tell me, is it not ? 2 When He, from His lofty throne, Stooped to do and die, Everything was fully done: Hearken to His cry! 3 Weary, working, burdened one, Wherefore toil you so ? Cease your doing; all was done Long, long ago. 4 Till to Jesus' work you cling By a simple faith, " Doing " is a deadly thing — " Doing " ends in death. 102 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 5 Cast your deadly " doing" down — Down at Jesus' feet; Stand in Him, in Him alone, Gloriously complete. 160 T^TTE speak of the land of the blest, V T A country so bright and so fair, And oft are its glories contest, But what must it be to be there ? Hep. — 1| ! To be there, to be there, Oh, what must it be to be there? :|j 2 We speak of its pathways of gold, Its walls decked with jewels so rare. Its wonders and pleasures untold, But what must it be to be there? 3 We speak of its peace and its love, The robes which the glorified wear, The songs of the blessed above, But what must it be to be there? 4 We speak of its freedom from sin, From sorrow, temptation and care, From trials without and within, But what must it be to be there? 5 Do Thou, Lord, midst pleasure or woe, For heaven our spirits prepare, Then shortly we also slmll know, And feel what it is to be there! 161 O ( UR Master bus taken His journey To a country that's far away. And has left us the care of the vineyard. To work for I Inn day by day. Cno.— There's a work for me and a work for you. Something for each of us now (o do; Yes, a work for me and a work for you, Something for each of us now to do. 2 In this " little while," doth it matter, As we work, and we watch, and we wait, Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 103 If we're filling the place He assigns us, Be its service small or great. 3 There's only one thing should concern us, To find just the task that is ours; And tuen, having found it, to do it With all our God-given powers. 4 Our Master is coming most surely, To reckon with every one; Shall we then, count our toil or our sorrow, If His sentence be, " Well done." 162 163 BE our joyful song to-day, Jesus, only Jesus; He who took our sins away, Jesus, only Jesus. Name with ever} 7 blessing rife, Be our joy and hope through life. Be our strength in every strife, Jesus, only Jesus. 2 Once we wandered far from God, Knowing not of Jesus, Treading still the down-ward road, Leading far from Jesus; Till the Spirit taught us how, 'Neath the Saviour's yoke to bow, And we fain would follow now, Jesus, only Jesus. 3 Be our trust through years to come, Jesus, only Jesus; Pass-word to the heavenly home, Jesus, only Jesus. "When from sin and sorrow free, On through all eternity, This our theme and song shall be, Jesus, only Jesus. HOW sweet the word of Christ the Lord, While on the cross He dies, A word to all who on Him call For life in paradise. 104 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. Cho. — From the cross the Saviour cries, Come with Me to paradise; Look to Me, believe and live, Accept the life I freely give. 2 The dying thief, in full belief, On Jesus fixed his eyes; His only plea, " Remember me, O Lord, in paradise." 3 By man condemned, •without a friend, AVill Jesus heed his cries ? O blessed Lord, how quick Thy word, "To-day in paradise." 4 Though vile as he, O sinner, flee "While Jesus calls, be wise; His word believe, and now receive A life in paradise. 164 REJOICE with me, for now I'm free, > I joy in a new pleasure: From God above, the gift of love Is mine in fullest measure. Chq -Rejoice, rejoice, Christ is my choice, His cross alone my glory; When life shall last, when death is past, I'll sing the joyful story. Z Once vile with sin, Christ makes me clean, Gone is all condemnation; For 1 believe and now reoeive A full and freo salvation. 8 In Christ I live, and He doth give, Great joy where once was sadness; And in this way, from day to day, My life is filled with gladness. 4 To all proclaim His wondrous name. Repeat the Old, old story; Till work is done and heaven won, Then praise Him more in glory. Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 105 105 rpHE prize is set before us, JL To win, His words implore us, The eye of God is o'er us From on high, from on high; His loving tones are calling While sin is dark, appalling, 'Tis Jesus gently calling, He is nigh, He is nigh. Cho. — By and by we shall meet Him, By and by we shall greet Him, And with Jesus reign in glory By and by. 2 We'll follow where He leadeth, "We'll pasture where He feedeth, "We'll yield to Him who pleadeth From on high, from on high; Then naught from Him shall sever, Our hope shall brighten ever, And faith shall fail us never, He is nigh, He is nigh. 3 Our home is bright above us, No trials dark to move us, But Jesus dear to love us There on high, there on high; We'll give Him best endeavor, And praise His name forever, His precious words can never, Never die, never die. 166 I AM trusting Thee, Lord Jesus, Trusting only Thee! Trusting Thee for full salvation, Great and free. 2 I am trusting Thee for pardon, At Thy feet I bow; For Thy grace and tender mercy Trusting now. 3 I am trusting Thee for cleansing La the crimson flood; Trusting Thee to make me holy By Thy blood. 106 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to Complete. 4 I am trusting Thee to guide me, Thou alone shalt lead, Every day and hour supplying All my need. 5 I am trusting Thee for power; Thine can never fail; Words which'Thou Thyself shalt give me Must prevail. 6 I am trusting Thee, Lord Jesus, Never let me fall ! I am trusting Thee forever And for all ! 167 G OOD news from heaven, good news for thee, JT There flows a pardon, full and free, To guilty sinners, through the blood Of the Incarnate Son of God; He paid the debt that thou didst owe, He suffered death for thee below, He bore the wrath divine for thee, He groaned and bled on Calvary. Cho. — Good news from heaven, good news for thee, There flows a pardon, full and free, To giiilty sinners through the blood Of the Incarnate Son of God. 2 Good news from heaven, good news for thee*. The Saviour cries, " Come unto me All ye who toil, with fears opprest; Come, weary one, oh, come and rest:" He loves thee with oVrtlowing love, He hears thy prayer in heaven above, He all thy pasture shall prepare, And lead thee with a shepherd's eare. 3 Good news from heaven, good news for thee. Has echoed from eternity; And loud shall our hosannas ring, When with the ransomed throng we sing. " Worthy the lamb," whose precious blood lias made us kings and priests io God; Our harps we'll tune to Doblest strains, And glory give to Him who reigns. Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to G Complete. 107 168 Ot A"\ IOUR, breathe an evening blessing, lO Ere repose our spirits seal; bin and want we come confessing, Thou canst save and Thou canst heal. 2 Though destruction walk around us, Though the arrows past us fly; Angel guards from Thee surround us, We are safe if Thou art nigh. 3 Though the night be dark and dreary, Darkness cannot hide from Thee; Thou art He who, never weary, Watchest where Thy people be. 4 Should swift death this night o'ertake us, And our couch become our tomb, May the morn in heaven awake us, Clad in bright and deathless bloom. 169 SOUND the high praises of Jesus our King, He came and He conquered, His victory sing; Sing, for the power of the tyrant is broken, The triumph's complete over death and the grave; Tain is their boasting, Jehovah hath spoken, And Jesus proclaimed Himself Mighty to Save. Cho. — Sound the high praises of Jesus our King, He came and He conquered, His victory to sing. 2 Praise to the Conqueror! Praise to the Lord, The enemy quailed at the might of His word; In heaven He ascends and unfolds the glad story, The hosts of the blessed exult in His fame; In love He looks down from the throne of His glory, And rescues the ruined who trust in His name. 170 THIS is the day of toil, Beneath earth's sultry noon, This is the day of service true, But resting cometh soon. Oho.— |j: Hallelujah! Hallelujah! There remains a rest for us. ;|| 108 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to G Complete. 2 Spend and be spent would we, While lastetli time's brief day; No turning back in coward fear, No lingering by the way. 3 Onward we press in haste, Upward our journey still; Ours is the path the Master trod Through good report and ill. 4 The way may rougher grow, The weariness increase, We gird our loins and hasten on, — The end, the end is peace. 171 THERE is joy among the angels, Singing round tho throne above* "When repentant tears are flowing, While the risen Lord is showing All the riches of His love, ||: All the riches of His love.:|| Cho. — There is joy, oh, there is joy, Joy that never can be told, When a soul that long has wandered. Comes within tho Saviour's fold. 2 There is joy among tho angels, W r hen a sinner heeds the call; When he turns to Christ believing, And from Him is love receiving, Grace that saves us ono and all, ||: Grace that saves us ono and all.:|| 3 There is joy among tho angels, When His cause is speeding on; When tho notes of praise are ringing, That tho gospel work is bringing, Precious sheaves for harvest morn, ||:PreoioU8 sheaves for harvest morn.:|| 172 OVEB tho ocean wavo, far, far away, There tho poor heathen live, waiting for day; Groping in ignorance, dark as the night, No blessed Ihble to give them tho light. Gospel Hym^s Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 109 Cho. — Pity them, pity them, Christians at home, Haste with the Bread of Life, hasten and come. 2 Here in this happy land we have the light Shining from God's own word, free, pure and bright; Shall we not send to them Bibles to read, Teachers, and preachers, and all that they need? 3 Then, while the mission ships glad tidings bring, List! as that heathen band joyfully sing, " Over the ocean wave, oh, see them come, Bringing the bread of life, guiding us home." 173 "\T7"HEN we reach our Father's dwelling, ▼ T On the Strong eternal hills, And our praise to Him is swelling Who the vast creation fills, Shall we then recall the sadness. And the clouds that hung so dim, "When our hearts were turned from hardness, And our feet from paths of sin? Cho. — Yes, we surely shall remember, And His grace we'll freely own; For the love so strong and tender, That redeemed and brought us home. 2 When the paths of prayer and duty; And affliction all are trod, And we wake and see the beauty Of our Saviour and our God, Shall we then recall the story Of our mortal griefs and tears, When on earth we sought the glory Wrestling oft with doubts and fears ? 3 And the way by which He brought us, All the grievings that He bore, All the patient love that taught us, We'll remember evermore; And His rest will be the dearer, As we think of weary ways, And His light will be the clearer As we muse on cloudy days. 110 3PEL HYMXS NOS. 1 TO 6 COMFLETE. 174 "TtTUST I go and empty-handed," jJA. Thus my dear Hedeemer meet? Not one day of service give Him, Lay no trophy at His feet? Cho. — " Must I go and empty-handed," Must I meet my Saviour so? Not one soul with which to greet Him, Must I empty-handed go? 2 Not at death I shrink nor falter, For my Saviour saves me now; But to meet Him empty-handed, Thought of that now clouds my brow. 3 Oh, the years of sinning wasted, Could I but recall them now, I would give them to my Saviour r To His will I'd gladly bow. * Oh, ye saints, arouse, be earnest, Up and work while yet 'tis day, Ere the night of deatli o'ertakes thee, Strive for souls while still you may. 175 MY sin is great, my strength is weak, My path beset with snares, But Thou, O Christ, hast died forme, And Thou wilt hear my prayers. Kef.— To Thee, to Thee, the Crucified, The sinner's only plea, Belying on Thy promised grace, My faith still clings to Thee. 2 The world is dark without Thee, Lord, I turn mo from its strife To find Thy love a sweet relief; Thou art tho Light of Life. 3 Temptations lure and fears assail My frail, inconstant heart; But precious are Thy promises, And they new strength impart. Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to G Complete. Ill 4t Unfold Thy precepts to my mind, And cleanse my blinded eyes; Grant me to work for Thee on earth, Then praise Thee in the skies. 176 I'VE found the pearl of greatest price! My heart doth sing for joy; And sing I must, for Christ is mine! Christ shall my song employ. Cho. —I've found the pearl of greatest price! My heart doth sing for joy; And sing I must, for Christ is mine! Christ shall my song employ. 2 Christ is mv Prophet, Priest, and King; My Prophet full of light, My great High Priest before the throne, My King of heavenly might. 3 For He indeed is Lord of lords, And He the King of kings; He is the Sun of Pdghteousness, "With healing in His wings. 4 Christ is my peace; He died for me, For me He shed His blood; And as my wondrous Sacrifice, Offered Himself to God. 5 Christ Jesus is my all in all, My comfort and my love; My life below, and He shall be My joy and crown above. m " T^ATST, yet pursuing," we press our way X. Up to the glorious gates of day; Following Him who has gone before, Over the path to the brighter shore. Cho. — " Faint, yet pursuing," from day to day, Over the sure and the blood-marked way; Strengthen and keep us, Saviour, Friend, Ever pursuing, untj life's end. 112 Gospel, Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 2 "Faint, yet pursuing," whate'er befall, He who has died for us, died for all; So should they come, as a mighty throng Bearing His banner aloft with song. 3 "Faint, yet pursuing," till eventide, Under the cross of the Crucified; Knowing, when darkly are skies o'ercast, Sorrow and sighing will end at last. 4 "Faint, yet pursuing," the eye afar Sees through the darkness the Morning Star, Shedding its ray for the weary feet, Keeping the way to the golden street. 178 BESIDE the well at noontime, I hear a sad one say : « ' I want that living water, Give me to drink, I pray; The well is deep, O pilgrim, But deeper is my need; I thirst for life eternal, The ' Gift of God ' indeed." Cho. — Ho, every one that thirsteth, The living water buy! Ye blessed ones that hunger, Take, eat and never die. 2 Beside the pool Bethesda, 1 hear h mournful cry: "No help, no hope is offered To one so weak as I;" Oh, erase thy sad complaining, The gospel gives thee cheer; Come to the house of mercy, For Christ the pool is here. Cno. — "J'is He, the great Physician, Can cure the sin-sick soul; ' J;ise up and walk," He bids thee, "Thy faith hath made thee whole. 3 While seated on the hill-side, The hungry ones were led Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 113 By Him who said most truly: "I am the living bread; " 'Tis He, the heavenly manna, Who doth our souls restore; By faith, of Him partaking, We live for evermore, Cho. — Ho, every one that thirsteth, The living water buy! Ye blessed ones that hunger, Take, eat and never die. 179 ON Jordan's stormy banks I stand, And cast a wishful eye To Canaan's fair and happy land, Where my possessions lie. Cho. — We will rest in the fair and happy land Just across on the evergreen shore, Sing the song of Moses and the Lamb, by and Dy, And dwell with Jesus evermore. 2 O'er all those wide-extended plains Shines one eternal day; There God the Son forever reigns, And scatters night away. 3 When shall I reach that happy place, And be forever blest? When shall I see my Father's face, And in His bosom rest? 4 Filled with delight, my raptured soul "Would here no longer stay; Though Jordan's waves around me roll, Fearless I'd launch away, 180 LAND of rest, for thee I sigh, When will the moment come, When I shall lay my armor by, And dwell in peace at home ? Cho. — We'll work till Jesus comes, ||: We'll work till Jesus comes, :|| And we'll be gathered home. 114 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to G Complete. 2 No tranquil joys on earth I know, No peaceful sheltering dome: This world's a wilderness of woe, This world is not my home. 3 To Jesus Christ I fled for rest; He bade me cease to roam, And lean for succor on His breast, Till He conduct me home. 4 I sought at once my Saviour's side, No more my steps shall roam; "With Him I'll brave death's chilling tide, And reach my heavenly home. 181 I KNOW not what awaits me, God kindly veils mine eyes. And o'er each step of my onward way He makes new scenes to rise; And every joy He sends me, comes A sweet and glad surprise. Cno. — "Where He may lead I'll follow, My trust in Him repose; ||: And every hour in perfect peace I'll sing, Ho knows, He knows. :\\ 2 One step I see before me, 'Tis all I need to see, The light of heaven more brightly shines. When earth's illusions lice; And sweetly through the silence, came His loving "Follow me." 3 O blissful lack of wisdom, 'Tis blessed not to know; He holds me with His own right hand, And will not let me go, And lulls my troubled soul to rest In Him who loves mo no. 4 So on I go not knowing, 1 would not if I might; Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 115 I'd rather walk in the dark with God Than go alone in the light; I'd rather walk by faith with Him Than go alone by sight. Cho. — "Where He may lead I'll follow, My trust in Him repose; ||: And every hour in perfect peace I'll sing, He knows, He knows. :|| He knows, He knows, He knows. 182 WHEN we get home from our sorrow and care, And we stand with the angels of light, Oh, what a meeting in heaven there'll be, In that land without shadow or night; Sorrow and care, tribulation and pain We'll leave, when we pass through the tomb; Clouds of despair, storms of trial and care We shall leave for that beautiful home. Cho. — When we get home, oh, when we get home, Get home to glory land, Praises we'll sing to Jesus, our King, A ransomed, a glorified band. 2 When we get home to the mansions above, With the loved ones gone over before, Oh, who can tell what joy that will be There, to live and rejoice evermore; Angels will praise, the Redeemer will smile, And loved ones we'll clasp by the hand; Free from all pain, far beyond earthly stain, W T e shall dwell in that beautiful land. 3 When we get home, when the morning is come And forth from the city of gold Angels of God, coming down, shall call home All of those who belong to His fold; Will you be there, brother, loved ones to greet, Or will you forever be lost? What is thy choice, fleeting pleasures of earth, Or a home when death's river is crossed? 116 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to G Complete. 183 I HAVE read of a beautiful city, Far away in the kingdom of God; I have read how its walls are of jasper, How its streets are all golden and broad. In the midst of the street is life's river, Clear as crystal and pure to behold; But not half of that city's bright glory To mortals has ever been told. Cho. — 1[: Not half has ever been told; :|| Not half of that city's bright glory To mortals has ever been told, 2 I have read of bright mansions in Heaven, "Which the Saviour has gone to prepare; And the saints who on earth have been faithful, Rest forever with Christ over there; There no sin ever enters, nor sorrow, The inhabitants never grow old; But not half of the joys that await them To mortals has ever been told. 3 I have read of white robes for the righteous, Of bright crowns which the glorified wear, When our Father shall bid them " Come, enter, And my glory eternally share; " How the righteous are evermoro blessed As they walk through the streets of pure gold; But not half of the wonderful story To mortals has ever been told. 4 I have read of a Christ so forgiving, That vile sinners may ask and receive Peace and pardon from every transgression) If when asking they only believe. I have read how He'll guido and protect us, If for safety wo enter His fold; But not half of His goodness and mercy To mortals has ever been told. 184 ARE you coming 1 Ionic, ye wanderers, Whom Jesus died to win, All foot-sore, lame and weary, Your garments stained with sin; Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 117 Will you seek the blood of Jesus To wash your garments white; Will you trust His precious promise, Are you coming Home to-night? Cho. — |j:Are you coming Home to-night, :|| Are you coming Home to Jesus, Out of darkness into light? ||: Are you coming Home to-night, :|| To your loving, heavenly Father, Are you coming Home to-night? 2 Are you coming Home, ye lost ones? Behold your Lord doth wait: Come, then no longer linger, Come ere it be too late; Will you come and let Him save you, O trust His love and might; Will you come while He is calling, Are you coming Home to-night? 3 Are you coming Home, ye guilty, Who bear the load of sin; Outside you've long been standing, Come now and venture in; Will you heed the Saviour's promise, And dare to trust Him quite; •'Come unto me," saith Jesus; Are you coming Home to night ? 185 S" AY, where is thy refuge, poor sinner, And what is thy prospect to-day ? Why toil for the wealth that will perish, The treasures that rust and decay ? Oh! think of thy soul, that forever Must live on eternity's shore, When thou, in the dust art forgotten, When pleasure can charm thee no more. Cho. — 'Twill profit thee nothing, but fearful the cost, 11: To gain the whole world if thy soul should be lost. 2 The Master is calling thee, sinner, In tones of compassion and love, To feel that sweet rapture of pardon, And lay up thy treasure above: 113 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. Oh! kneel at the cross where He suffered, To ransom thy soul from the grave; The arm of His mercy will hold thee, The arm that is mighty to save. 3 As summer is waning, poor sinner, llepent, ere the season is past; God's goodness to thee is extended, As long as the day-beam shall last ; Then slight not the warning repeated With all the bright moments that roll, Nov say, when the harvest is ended, That no one hath cared for thy soul. 186 BltlGHTLY gleams our banner, Pointing to the sky, Waving wanderer's onward, To their home on high; Journeying o'er the desert. Gladly thus we pray, And with hearts united. Take our heavenward way. Cho. — Brightly gleams our banner, Pointing to the sky, Waving wanderers onward To their home on high. 2 Jesus, Lord and Master, At Thy sacred feet, Here with hearts rejoicing, See Thy children meet; Often have we left Thee, Often gone ast ray. Keep us, mightj Saviour, In the narrow way. 3 All our days direct us, In the way we go, Lead us on victorious Over every toe; Bid Thine angels shield ns, Wnen the storm-clouds lower, Pardon Thou and save us 111 the last dread hour. Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 119> 4 Then with Saints and Angels May we join above, Offering endless praises At Thy Throne of love; "When the toil is over, Then comes rest and peace, — Jesus, in His beauty; — Songs that never cease. 187 HEAR ye the glad Good News from heaven 1 Life to a death-doomed race is given! Christ on the cross for you and me Purchased a pardon full and free. Cho. — He that believeth, he that believeth, He that believeth hath everlasting life. 2 When we were lost, the Son of God Made an atonement by His blood: When we the glad Good News believe, Then the atonement we receive. 3 Why not believe the glad Good News? Why still the voice of God refuse ? Why not believe, when God hath said, All, all our guilt " on Him " was laid. 188 THE way is dark, my Father! || Cloud upon cloud Is gathering thickly o'er my head, and loud The thunders roar | a- | bove me, || Yet see, I stand Like one bewildered! Father, | take my | hand, And through the gloom lead safely home. Safely home, safely home, Lead safely home Thy child! 2 The day declines, my Father! || and the night Is drawing darkly down. My faithless sight Sees | ghostly | visions. || Fears like a spectral band Encompass me. O Father, | take my J hand, And from the night lead up to light, Up to light, up to light, Lead up to light Thy child! 120 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 3 The way is long, my Father! || and rny soul liongs for the rest and quiet | of the | goal; 1 1 While yet I journey through this weary land, Keep me from wandering. Father, | take my | hand, And in the way to endless day, Endless day, endless day, Lead safely on Thy child! 4 The path is rough, my Father! 1 1 Many a thorn Has pierced me! and my feet, all torn And bleeding, | mark the | way. | j Yet Thy command Bids me press forward. Father, | take my | hand; Then safe and blest, O lead to rest, Lead to rest, lead to rest, O lead to rest Thy child! 5 The throng is great, my Father ! 1 1 Many a doubt And fear of danger compass me about; And foes op- | press me | sore. || I cannot stand, Or go, alone. O Father! | take my | hand; And through the throng, lead safe along, Safe along, safe along, Lead safe along Thy child. 6 The cross is heavy, Father! || I have borne It long, and | still do | bear it. || Let my worn And fainting spirit, rise to that bright land Where crowns are given. Father, | take my | hand; And, reaching down, lead to the crown, To the crown, to the crown, Lead to the crown Thy child. 189 HEAVENLY Father, we beseech Thee, Grant Thy blessing ere we part; Take us in Thy care and keeping, Guard from evil every heart. Cno. — Bless the words we here have spoken, Offered prayer and cheerful strain; If Thy will, () Lord, we pray Thee, Grant we all may incut again. 2 Loving Saviour, go Thou with us, Be our comfort and our stay; Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 121 Grateful praise to Thee we render, For the joy we feel to-day. 3 Holy Spirit, dwell within us, May our souls Thy Temple be; May we tread the path to glory, Led and guided still by Thee. 4 Heavenly Father, Loving Saviour, Holy Spirit, Three in One; As among Thy saints and angels, So on earth, Thy will be done. 190 THE gospel of Thy grace My stubborn heart has won, "For God so loved the world, He gave His only Son, Ref. — "That whosoever will believe, Shall everlasting life receive! " " Shall everlasting life receive!'" 2 The serpent "lifted up " Could life and healing give, So Jesus on the cross Bids me to look and live; Ref. — For " "Whosoever," etc, 3 "The soul that sinneth dies:'* My awful doom I heard; I was forever lost, But for Thy gracious word Ref. — " That whosoever," etc. 4 " Not to condemn the world" The " Man of sorrows " came; But that the world night have Salvation through His name; Ref. — For " Whosoever," etc. 5 " Lord, help my unbelief !" Give me the peace of faith, To rest with child-like trust On what Thy gospel saith, Ref. — "That whosoever," etc. 122 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 191 GLORY be to the Father and to the Son, and to the Holy Ghost, As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, world without end. Amen. 192 TELL it out among the nations that the Lord is King, Tell it out ! Tell it out ! Tell it out among the nations, bid them shout and sing; Tell it out! Tell it out! Tell it out with adoration that He shall increase, That the mighty King of Glory is the King of Peace; Tell it out with jubilation, let the song ne'er cease; Tell it out! Tell it out! 2 Tell it out among the people that the Saviour reigns; Tell if out! Tell it out! Tell it out among the heathen, bid them break their chains; Tell it out! Tell it out! Tell it out among the weeping ones that Jesus lives, Tell it out among the weary ones what rest He gives, Tell it out among the sinners that He came to save; Tell it out ! Tell it out! 3 Tell it out among the people, Jesus reigns above; Tell it out ! Tell it out ! Tell it out among the nations that His reign is love; Tell it out ! Tell it out ! Tell it out among the highways and the lanes at home, Let it ring across the mountains and the ocean's foam, That the weary, heavy-laden, need no longer roam; Tell it out! Tell it out! 193 LIGHT after darkness, Gain after loss, Strength after weakness, Crown after cross; Sweet after bitter, Hope after fears, Home after wandering, Praise after tears. Gospel. Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 123 2 Sheaves after sowing, Sun after rain, Sight after mystery, Peace after pain; Joy after sorrow, Calm after blast, Kest after weariness, Sweet rest at last. 3 Near after distant, Gleam after gloom, Love after loneliness, Life after tomb; After long agony, Rapture of bliss, Right was the pathway, Leading to this. 194 GLORY, glory be to Jesus, Glory to His precious name; Sweet it is to sound His praises, Blest it is to spread His fame. Cho. — Glory, glory, hallelujah! Glory be to Jesus' name, Sweet it is to sound His praises, Blest it is to spread His fame. 2 In the place of His rejection, Where He suffered, where He died, Bursts of holy praise ascending, Greets the glorious Crucified. 3 Here was marred His blessed visage, Here His brow was wreathed with thorn, Here the object of derision, Bitter taunt and mocking scorn. 4 Yes, triumphant hallelujahs Still arise to greet His name; Sweet it is to sound His praises, Blest it is to spread His fame. 124: Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 195 196 WHAT can wash away my stain ? Nothing but the blood of Jesus; "What can make me whole again ? Nothing but the blood of Jesus, Cho. — Oh, precious is the flow That makes me white as snow; No other fount I know, Nothing but the blood of Jesus. 2 For my cleansing this I see — Nothing but the blood of Jesus; For my pardon this my plea — Nothing but the blood of Jesus. 3 Nothing can for sin atone — Nothing but the blood of Jesus; Naught of good that I have done — Nothing but the blood of Jesus. 4 This is all my hope and peace- Nothing but the blood of Jesus; This is all my righteousness — Nothing but the blood cf Jesus. 5 Now by this I'll overcome — Nothing but the blood of Jesus; Now by this I'll reach my home — Nothing but the blood of Jesus. C Glory! glory! thus I sing — Nothing but the blood of Jesus; All my praise for this I bring — Nothing but the blood of Jesus. OCIIEIST in Thee my soul hatlj found, And found in Thee alone, The peace, the joy I sought so lon^. The bliss till now unknown. Cio. — Now none but Christ can satisfy, None other name for me, There's love, and life, and lasting joy, Lord Jesus, found in Thee. Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 125 2 I sighed for rest and happiness, I yearned for them, not Thee; But while I passed my Saviour by, His love laid hold on me. 3 I tried the broken cisterns, Lord, But ah ! the waters failed! E'en as I stooped to drink they fled, And mocked me as I wailed. 4 The pleasures lost I sadly mourned, But never wept for Thee, Till grace my sightless eyes received, Thy loveliness to see. 197 OSOUL in the far away country, A-weary, and famished, and sad, There's rest in the home of thy Father, His welcome will make thy heart glad. Cho. — Come, come, prodigal, come, And wander no longer afar from home; Come, come, prodigal, come, A welcome awaits in thy Father's home. 2 Arise! and come back to thy Father, He'll meet thee while yet on the way; Assured of His tender compassion, O why wilt thou longer delay ? 3 Although thou hast sinned against heaven, And weak and unworthy may be; He offers the full restoration, And pardon abundant and free. 198 WHEN the Lord from heaven appears, When are banished all our fears, When the sleepers from the tomb, With the watchers reach their home, Cho. — 1|: Then, enthroned our Lord with Thee. We shall reign eternally. :|| 126 Gospsl Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Comp^fte. 2 When our eyes the King shall see, In His glorious Majesty, When to Him we're called above, Partners of His joy and love, 3 Debtors to His matchless grace, At His feet our crowns will place, And as ages roll along, Still will sing the glad new song. 4 Let this hope now purify Those who on Thy word rely; Comfort to our hearts afford, 'Till the coming of the Lord. 199 COME, sing, my soul, and praise the Lord, Who hath redeemed thee by His blood; Delivered thee from chains that bound, And brought thee to redemption ground. Cho. — Redemption ground, the ground of peace, Redemption ground, wondrous grace; Here let our praise to God abound, Who saves us on redemption ground. 2 Once from my God I wandered far, And with His holy will made war: But now my songs to God abound: I'm standing on redemption ground. 3 O joyous hour when God to mo A vision gave of Calvary: My bonds were loosed, my soul unbound; I sang upon redemption ground. 4 No works of merit now I plead, But Jesus take for all my need; No righteousness in me is found, Except upon redemption ground. C Come, weary soul, and here find rest; Accept redemption, and be blest: The Christ who died, by Go i is crowned To pardon on redemption ground. Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 127 ISE up, and kasten! my soul, haste along ! And speed on thy journey with hope and with song; Home, home is nearing, 'tis coming into view, A little more of toiling and then to earth adieu. R 1 Cho. — Come then, come, and raise the joyful song! Ye children of the wilderness, our time cannot be long. Home, home, home, oh, why should we delay? The morn of heaven is dawning, we're near the break of day. 2 Why should we linger when heaven lies before ! While earth's fast receding, and soon will be no more; Pleasures and treasures which once here we knew, No more can they charm us with such a goal in view. 3 Loved ones in Jesus they've passed on before, Now resting in glory, they weary are no more; Toils all are ended, and nothing now but joy, And praises ascending, their ever glad employ, 4 No condemnation! how blessed is the word, And no separation! forever with the Lord; He will be with us who loved us long before, And Jesus, our Jesus, is ours for evermore. 201 I THINK when I read that sweet story of old, When Jesus was here among men, How He called little children, as lambs to His fold, I should like to have been with them then. Eef. — 1|: I should like to have been with them then,:|j How He called little children as lambs to His fold, I should like to have been with them then. 2 I wish that His hands had been placed on my head, That His arm had been thrown around me, And that I might have seen His kind look when He said "Let the little ones come unto Me." Eef. — |:"Let the little ones come unto Me;":|| And that I might have seen His kind look when Ha " Let the little ones come unto Me." [said, 128 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 3 Yet still to His foot-stool in prayer I may go, And ask for a share in His love; And if I now earnestly seek Him below, I shall see Him and hear Him above. Bef. — 1|: I shall see Him and hear Him above; :|| And if I now earnestly seek Him below, I shall see Him and hear Him above. 4 In that beautiful place He is gone to prepare, For all that are washed and forgiven; And many dear children are gathering there, For "Of such is the kingdom of heaven." Ref. — |J:For "Of such is the kingdom of heaven ;":|) And many dear children are gathering there, For "Of such is the kingdom of heaven." 202 JESUS I will trust Thee, trust Thee with my soul; Guilty, lost, and helpless, Thou canst make me whole. There is none in heaven or on earth like Thee: Thou hast died for sinners — therefore, Lord, for me. Cho. — In Thy love confiding I will seek Thy face, Worship and adore Thee, for Thy wondrous grace. Jesus, I will trust Thee, trust Thee with my soul; Guilty, lost, and helpless, Thou canst make mo whole. 2 Jesus, I can trust Thee, trust Thy written word, Since Thy voice of mercy I have often heard, When Thy Spirit teacheth, to my taste how sweet — Only may I hearken, sitting at Thy feet. 3 Jesus, I do trust Thee, trust Thee without doubt: " Whosoever eometh, TllOU wilt not cast out," Faithful is Thy promise, precious is Thy blood — These my soul's salvation, Thou my Saviour God! 203 NOT my own," but saved by Jesus, Who redeemed me by His blood, Gladly I accept the message, I belong to Christ the Lord. 204 Gospel, Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 129 Cho. — "Not my own!" Oh, "not my own! Jesus, I belong to Thee! All I have, and all I hope for, Thine for all eternity. 2 "Not my own! " to Christ, my Saviour, I believing, trust my soul; Everything to Him committed, While eternal ages roll. 3 "Not my own!" my time, my talent Freely all to Christ I bring, f o be used in joyful service For the glory of my King. 4 "Not my own!" the Lord accepts me, One among the ransomed throng, Who in heaven shall see His glory And to Jesus Christ belong. "\T7TTH His dear and loving care, V T Will the Saviour lead us on, To the hills and valleys fair, Over Jordan ? Yes. we'll rest our weary feet By the crystal waters sweet, When the peaceful shore we greet Over Jordan. Cho. — Over Jordan! Over Jordan! Yes, we'll rest our weary feet By the crystal waters sweet, Over Jordan, over Jordan, When the peaceful shore well greet, Over Jordan. 2 Through the rocky wilderness, Will the Saviour lead us on, To the land we shall possess, Over Jordan? Yes, by night the wondrous ray, Cloudy pillar by the day, They shall guide us on our way, Over Jordan. 130 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 3 With His strong and mighty hand. Will the Saviour lead us on, To that good and pleasant land Over Jordan ? Yes, where vine and olive grow, And the brooks and fountains flow, / Thirst nor hunger shall we know, Over Jordan. 4 In the Promised Land to be, Will the Saviour lead us on, Till fair Canaan's shore we see, Over Jordan ? Yes, to dwell with Thee, at last, Guide and lead us, as Thou hast, Till the parted wave be passed, Over Jordan. 205 PRAISE ye the Lord; for it is good Praise to our God to sing: For it is pleasant, and to praise It is a comely thing. Cho. — Praise the Lord, it is good, Praise to our God to sing: For it is pleasant, and to praise It is a comely thing. 2 Those that are broken in their heart, And troubled in their minds, He healeth, and their painful wounds, He tenderly upbinds. 3 He counts the number of the stars; He names them every one: Our Lord is great, and of great power, His wisdom search can none. 206 Oil, I left it all with Jesus, long ago; All my sins I brought Ilim and my woe; When by faith I saw Him bleeding on the tree* Heard His still small whisper, " 'Tis for thee!" Gospel, Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 131 Cho. — 1|: From my weary heart the burden rolled away, Happy day! happy day! :j| 2 Oh, I leave it all with Jesus, for He knows, How to steal the bitter from life's woes; How to gild the tear of sorrow with His smile, Make the desert garden bloom awhile. Cho. — 1|: Then with all my weakness leaning on His might, All is light! all is light! :| | 3 0, I leave it all with Jesus, day by day; Faith can firmly trust Him, come what may; Hope has dropped for aye her anchor, found her rest; In the calm, sure haven of His breast. Cho. — 1|: Love esteems it joy of heaven to abide At His side! at His side ! :|| 4 Leave, oh, leave it all with Jesus, drooping soul; Tell not half thy story, but the whole; Worlds on worlds are hanging ever on His hand r Life and death are waiting His command. Cho. — 1|: Yet His tender, loving mercy makes thee room: Oh, come home! oh, come home! :| 207 DEPTH of mercy! can there be Mercy still reserved for me ? Can my God His wrath forbear ? Me, the chief of sinners, spare ? Cho. — God is love! I know, I feel; Jesus lives, and loves me still; Jesus lives, He lives, and loves me still. 2 I have long withstood His grace Long provoked Him to His face: Would not hearken to His calls; Grieved Him by a thousand falls. 3 Now incline me to repent; Let me now my sins lament; Now my foul revolt deplore, Weep, believe, and sin no more. 132 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 208 THE blood has always precious been, Tis precious now to me; Through it alone my soul has rest, From fear and doubt set free. Cho. — Oh, wondrous is the crimson tide Which from my Saviour flowed; And still in heaven my song shall be, The precious, precious blood. 2 I will remember now no more, God's faithful Word has said, The follies and the sins of him For whom my Son has bled. 3 Not all my well-remembered sins Can startle or dismay; The precious blood atones for all And bears my guilt away. 4 Perhaps this feeble frame of mine Will soon in sickness lie, But resting on the precious blood How peacefully I'll die. 209 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 Saviour, Is my name written there ? Cno. — Is my name written thero, 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, oh, my Saviour! Js sufficient for me; Gospel, Hymns No.s. 1 to G Complete. 133 For Thy promise is written, In bright letters that glow, "Though your sins he as scarlet, I will make them like snow." 3 Oh! that beautiful city, "With its mansions of light, "With its glorified beings, In pure garments of white; Where no evil thing conieth, To despoil what is fair; Where the angels are watching, Yes, my name's written there. 210 HELPLESS I come to Jesus' blood And all myself resign; I lose my weakness in that flood, And oather strength divine. And gather strength divine. Bef. — 1|: My soul will overcome by the blood of the Lamb j|: Overcome, :|| overcome by the blood of the Lamb 2 Tis Jesus gives me life within, And nerves me for the fray; He spoiled the hosts of death and sin, And took their power away. 3 Though clouds of conflict hide my view, And foes are fierce and strong, In Jesus' name I'll struggle through, And enter heaven with song. 211 OSAVTOUK, precious Saviour, W r hom, yet unseen, we love; O Name of might and favor, All other names above. Cho. — We worship Thee! we bless Thee! To Thee alone we sing! We praise Thee and confess Thee, Our Saviour and our King! 2 Bringer of salvation, Who wondrously hast wrought Thyself the revelation Of love beyond our thought. 134 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to G Complete. 3 In Thee all fulness dwelleth, All grace and power divine; The glory that excelleth, O Son of God, is Thine. 4 Oh, grant the consummation Of this our song, above, In endless adoration And everlasting love. Cho. — Than shall we praise and bless Thee! Where perfect praises ring! And evermore confess Thee, Our Saviour and our King! 212 TKUST on! trust on, believer! Though long the conflict be, Thou yet shalt prove victorious; Thy God shall fight for thee. Cho. — Trust on! Trust on! Though dark the night nrd drear; Trust on! Trust on! The morning dawn is near. 2 Trust on! trust on; thy failings May bow thee to the dust, But in thy deepest sorrow, O give not up thy trust. 3 Trust on! the danger pressos, Temptation strong is neap, Yet o'er life's dangerous rapids, He shall thy passage steer. 4 O Christ is strong to savo us, Ho is a faithful Friend, Trust on! trust on! believer, O trust Him to the end. 213 SHOULD the Death -an gel knock at thy chamber, In the still watch of to-night, Say, will your spirit pass into torment, Or to the land of delight ? Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 135 Cho.— Say, are you ready, O are you ready? If the Death-angel should call; Say, are you ready? O are you ready? Mercy stands waiting for all. 2 Many sad spirits now are departing Into the world of despair; Every brief moment brings your doom nearer; Sinner, O sinner, beware ! 3 Many redeemed ones now are ascending Into the mansions of light; Jesus is pleading, patiently pleading, let Him save you to-night. 214 T BUSTING in the Lord thy God, Onward go! onward go! Holding fast His promised word, Onward go! Ne'er deny His worthy Name, Though it bring reproach and shame; Spreading still His wondrous fame, Onward go! 2 Has He called thee to the plough? * Onward go! onward go! Night is coming, serve Him now; Onward go! Faith and love in service blend; On His mighty arm depend; Standing fast until the end, Onward go! 3 Has He given thee golden grain? Onward go! onward go! Sow, and thou shalt reap again; Onward go! To thy Master's gate repair, Watching be and waiting there; He will hear and answer prayer; Onward go! 136 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to G Complete. 4 Has He said the end is near ? Onward go! onward go! Serving Him with holy fear; Onward go! Christ thy portion, Christ thy stay, Heavenly bread upon the way, Leading on to glorious day; Onward go ! 6 In this little moment then, Onward go! onward go! In thy ways acknowledge Him; Onward go! Let His mind be found in thee: Let His will thy pleasure be; Thus in life and liberty, Onward go! 215 THE love that Jesus had for me, To suffer on the cruel tree, That I a ransomed soul might be, Is more than tongue can tell. Cho. — 1|: His love is more than tongue can tell; : The love that Jesus hud for me Is more than tongue can tell. 2 The many sorrows that He bore, Ami oh, that crown of thorns He wore, That 1 might live for evermore; Is more than tongue can tell. 3 The peace I have in Him, my Lord, Who pleads before the throne of trod The merit of His precious blood, Is more than tongue can tell. 4 The joy that comes when He is near. The rest He gives so tree from fear, The hope in Him so bright and clear* Is more than tomnie can tell. Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 137 216 ALL-seeing, gracious Lord— My heart before Thee lies; All sin of thought and life abhorred, My soul to Thee would rise. Cho. — Hear Thou my prayer, O God, Unite my heart to Thee; Beneath Thy love, beneath Thy rod, From sin deliver me. 2 Thou knowest all my need, My inmost thought dost see; Ah, Lord! from all allurements freed, Like Thee transformed I'd be. 3 Thou holy blessed One, To me, I pray, draw near; My spirit fill, O heavenly Son, With loving, Godly fear. 4 Bind Thou my life to Thine, To me Thy life is given; While I my all to Thee resign, Thou art my all in heaven. 217 SAY, is your lamp burning, my brother ? I pray you look quickly and see; For if it were burning, then surely Some beam would fall brightly on me. There are many and many around you, Who follow wherever you go, If you thought that they walked in the shadow, Your lamp would burn brighter, I know. Cho. — Say, is your lamp burning, my brother ? I pray you look quickly and see; For if it were burning, then surely Some beam would fall brightly on me ! 2 Upon the dark mountains they stumble; They are bruised on the rocks, and they lie With white, pleading faces turned upward. To the clouds and the pitiful sky. 138 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to G Complete. There is many a lamp that is lighted — We behold them anear and afar; But not many among them, my brother, Shine steadily on like a star. 3 If once all the lamps that are lighted Should steadily blaze in a line, Wide over the land and the ocean, What a girdle of glory would shine! How all the dark places would brighten! How the mists would roll up and away! How the earth would laugh out in her gladness, To hail the millennial day ! 218 OUR way is often rugged While here on earth we roam, And thorns are in the pathway, But we are going homo. Cho. — We're going, going, Yes, we are going home; We soon shall cross the river, And be with Christ at home. 2 To Marah's bitter waters We oft have murmuring come, But God the cup has sweetened, And so we're going home. 3 When of the desert weary, Our God His grace has shown, By resting us at Elim, With sweet fore-tastes of home. 4 Witli hunger often fainting, We've made complaining moan; But, fed by heavenly manna, We still aro going home. 6 Some stand to-day on Nebo, The journey nearly done, And some are in the valley, But all are going home. 219 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 139 BROTHER, art thou worn and weary, Tempted, tried, and sore oppressed ? Listen to the word of Jesus, "Come unto me, and rest! " Ref. — []:" Come unto me, and rest!" :|| Come, ye weary, heavy-laden, 11 Come unto me, and rest!" 2 Oh, He knows the dark forebodings Of the conscience-troubled breast; And to such His word is given, " Come unto me, and rest! " 3 To the Lord bring all your burden, Put the promise to the test; Hear Him say, your Burden-Bearer, "Come unto me, and rest!" 4 If in sorrow thou art weeping, Grieving for the loved ones missed, Surely then to you He whispers, " Come unto me, and rest! " 5 Trust to Him for all thy future, He will give thee what is best; Why then fear when He is saying, "Come unto me, and rest!" 220 THEY'RE gathering homeward from every land, One by one! one by one! As their weary feet touch the shining strand, Yes, one by one! They rest with the Saviour, they wait their crown, Their travel-stained garments are all laid down; They wait the white raiment the Lord shall prepare For all who the glory with Him shall share. Ret. — Gathering home! gathering home! Fording the river one by one! Gathering home ! gathering home! Yes, one by one! 14:0 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 2 Before they rest they pass through the strife, One by one! one by one! Through the waters of death they enter life, Yes, one by one! To some are the floods of the river still, As they ford on their way to the heavenly hill; The waves to others run fiercely and wild Yet they reach the home of the undenled. 3 We too must come to the riverside, One by one! one by one! We are nearer its waters each eventide, Yes, one by one! We can hear the noise of a dashing stream, Oft now and again, through our life's deep dream ; Some times the dark floods all the banks overflow, Sometimes in ripples and small waves go. 4 Oh, Jesus, Kedeemer, we look to Thee, One by one! one by one! We lift up our voices tremblingly, Yes, one by one! The waves of the river are dark and cold, But we know the place where our feet shall hold; O Thou who didst pass through the deepest mid- night, Now guide us, and send us the staff and light. 221 ONLY a littlo while Of walking with weary feet, Patiently over the thorny way That leads to the golden street. 2 Suffer,if God shall will, And work for Him while wo may, Froin Calvary's cross to Zion's crown, Is only a little way. 3 Only a littlo while, For toiling a few short days, And then conies the rest, the quiet rest, Eternity's endless praise. 222 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 141 I HEAR the words of Jesus, They speak of peace with God; I see the lamb, Christ Jesus, Who bore my heavy load; I trust the blood of Jesus, From sin it sets me free, I love the name of Jesus, Who gave Himself for me. 2 His word divinely blessed, It shows me what I am; His cross it brings salvation, The victim was the Lamb; His blood procureth pardon, And justifies the soul, His name, how sweet and precious, It makes the sinner whole. 3 Oh! hear the words of Jesus, The tidings are for thee; Oh! clasp the cross of Jesus, And there for refuge flee; Oh! trust the blood of Jesus, Be saved this very hour; Oh! love the name of Jesus, Blest name of wondrous power. 223 f MY soul is happy all day long — |.' Jesus is my Saviour; And all my life is full of song — Jesus died for me. Cho. — Hallelujah! Hallelujah! To the loving Lamb for sinners slain Hallelujah! Hallelujah! To the Lamb who lives again. 2 My heavy load of sin is gone — Jesus is my Saviour; At His dear cross I laid it down — Jesus died for me. 14:2 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 3 I heard the voice of mercy call — Jesus is my Saviour; I simply trusted, that was all — Jesus died for me. i 4 Now will I tell it all around — Jesus is my Saviour; How sweet a blessing I have found — Jesus died for me. 224 225 SAD and weary, lone and dreary, Lord, I would Thy call obey; Thee believing, Christ receiving, I would come to Thee to-day. Cho. — I am coming, I am coming, Coming, Saviour to be blessed; I am coming, I am coming, Coming, Lord, to Thee for rest, 2 Thou, the Holy, meek and lowly, Jesus, unto Thee I come; Keep me ever, let me never From Thy blessed keeping roam. 3 Here abiding, in Thee hiding, Seeks my weary soul to rest, Till the dawning of the morning, When I wake among the blest. 4 Be Thou near me, keep and cheer me, Through life's dark and stormy way; Turn my sadness into gladness, Turn my darkness into day. I SAW a way-worn traveler In tattered garments clad, And struggling up the mountain, It seemed that he was sad; His back was laden' heavy, His strength was almost gone, Yet he shouted as he journeyed. Deliverance will come. Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to G Complete. 143 Cho. — Then palms of victory, crowns of glory, Palms of victory I shall bear. 2 The summer sun was shining, The sweat was on his brow, His garments worn and dusty, His steps seemed very slow; But he kept pressing onward, For he was wending home; Still shouting as he journeyed, Deliverance will come. 3 The songsters in the arbor, That stood beside the way, Attracted his attention, Inviting his delay; His watchword being "Onward!" He stopped his ears and ran, Still shouting as he journeyed, Deliverance will come. 4 I saw him in the evening, The sun was bending low, He'd overtopped the mountain, And reached the vale below; He saw the golden city, — His everlasting home, — And shouted loud, Hosanna, Deliverance will come! 5 While gazing on that city, Just o'er the narrow flood, A band of holy angels Came from the throne of God: They bore him on their pinions Safe o'er the dashing foam; And joined him in his triuinph,- Deliverance had come! 6 I heard the song of triumph They sang upon that shore, Saying, Jesus has redeemed US To suffer nevermore: 144 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Co^iplete. Then, casting his eyes backward On the race which he had run, He shouted loud, Hosanna, Deliverance has come! 226 227 JESUS, my Lord, to Thee I cry, Unless Thou help me I must die; Oh, bring Thy free salvation nigh, And take me as I am. Cho. — j|: Take me as I am,:|| Lord, I give myself to thee, Oh, take me as I am. 2 Helpless I am and full of guilt, But yet for me Thy blood was spilt; And Thou canst make me what Thou wilt, And take me as I am. 3 I bow before Thy mercy-seat, Behold me, Saviour, at Thy feet; Thy work begin, Thy work complete, And take me as I am. 4 If Thou hast work for mo to do, Inspire my will, my heart renew; And work both in, and by me too, And take me as I am. 5 And when at last the work is done, The battle fought, the victory won; Still, still my cry shall be alone, Oh, take me as I am. ONCE more wo come, God's word to hear, The word so pure and holy; Mow grunt us, Lord, a list ning ear, A spirit meek and lowly; For if we hear, and heed it not, We hear for condemnation; For *' doers of tin; word," we're taught, Are heirs of Christ's salvation. 2 The life of Cod is in the word; And whosoe'er believeth, 228 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 145 The record there of "Christ the Lord Eternal life receiveth; But if we hear, believing not, We hear for condemnation; For "doers of the word," we're taught, Are heirs of Christ's salvation. 3 The word of God, by faith received, Imparts regeneration; And he who hath in Christ believed Lives out a new creation; But if we hear, and do it not, We hear for condemnation; For •' doers of the word," we're taught, Are heirs of Christ's salvation. 4 So when the word of God we hear, Let us be humbly pleading The Holy Ghost to give us light, As we the word are heeding; But if we hear, and feel it not, We hear for condemnation; For "doers of the word," we're taught, Are heirs of Christ's salvation. "\TTE praise Thee and bless Thee, \ V Our Father in heaven, For the joy of salvation Thy gospel hath given. Cho. — Hallelujah! we praise Thee Through Jesus our Lord; Hallelujah! we bless Thee For the gift of Thy word! 2 We praise Thee and bless Thee: Once sinful and sad, By the word thou hast given, To Christ we were led. 3 We praise Thee and bless Thee: The Spirit hath come To dwell with, and teach us, And guide us safe home. 146 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 4 We praise Thee and bless Thee, For food by the way; The manna from heaven Provided each day. 5 We praise Thee and bless Thee: Thy word hath gone forth, That Christ shall be King and Reign over the earth, 6 We praise Thee and bless Thee, And wait His return To fulfil every promise He made to his own. 7 We praise Thee and bless Thee: We'll reign with Him then, To praise Thee and bless Thee For ever. Amen. 229 MY God and Father, while I stray Far from my home, on life's rough way. Oh, teach me from my heart to say, " Thy will be done! " Rep.— jl: Thy will be done! : || Oh, teach mo from my heart to say, "Thy will be done! " 2 What though in lonely grief I sigh For friends beloved, no longer nigh, Submissive still would I reply, "Thy will be done!" Ref. — ||: Thy will be done! :|| Submissive! still would I reply, " Thy will be done! " 3 Let but my fainting heart be blest With Thy sweet Spirit for its guest. My God, to Thee I leave the rest "Thy will bo done! " Ref.— 1 1: Thy will be done! :|| My God, to Thee I leave the rest, " Thy will be done! " Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 147 4 Renew my will from day to day; Blend it with Thine; and take away All now that makes it hard to say, "Thy will be done!" Ref.— I ': Thy will be done! :|] All now that makes it hard to say, " Thy will be done! " 5 Then when on earth I breathe no more The prayer oft mixed with tears before, I'll sing upon a happier shore, " Thy will be done! " Rep.— ||: Thy will be done! :J| I'll sing upon a happier shore, "Thy will be done!" 230 IN Thy cleft, Rock of Ages, Hide Thou me; When the fitful tempest rages, Hide Thou me; Where no mortal arm can sever From my heart Thy love forever, Hide me, O Thou Rock of Ages, Safe in Thee. 2 From the snare of sinful pleasure, Hide Thou me; Thou, my soul's eternal treasure, Hide Thou me; "When the world its power is wielding, And my heart is almost yielding, Hide me, O Thou Rock of Ages, Safe in Thee. 3 In the lonely night of sorrow, Hide Thou me; Till in glory dawns the morrow, Hide Thou me; In the sight of Jordan's billow, Let Thy bosom be my pillow; Hide me, O Thou Rock of Ages, Safe in Thee. 148 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 231 WHEN the King in His beauty shall come to His throne, And amund Him are gathered His loved ones, His own; There be some who will knock at His fair palace door, To be answered within, " There is mercy no more." Cho. — 1|: "I have never known you,":|| " I have never, I have never, I have never known you." 2 They had known whence He came, and the grace which He brought; In their presence He healed, in their streets He had taught, They had mentioned His name and their friendship pro- fessed; But they never believed, for of them He confessed: 3 Now the righteous are reigning with Abraham there; But for these is appointed an endless despair: It is vain that they call: He once knocked at their gate, But they welcomed Him not; so now this is their fate: 4 O sinner, give heed to this story of gloom, For the hour is fast nearing that fixes your doom: Will you still reject mercy 'I still harden your heart? Oh, then, what will you do as tho King cries — "Depart! " 232 I AM waiting for tho morning Of tho blessed day to dawn, When tho sorrow and the sadness Of this changeful life aro gone. Cho. — I am waiting, only waiting, Till this weary life is o'er; Only waiting for my welcome, From my Saviour on tho other shore. 2 I am waiting; worn and weary With the battle and tho strifo, Hoping when tho warfare's over To receive a crown of life. 3 Waiting, hoping, trusting ever, For a home of boundless love; 233 234 Gospel, Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 149 Like a pilgrim, looking forward To the land of bliss above. 4 Hoping soon to meet the loved ones Where the " many mansions" be; Listening for the happy welcome Of my Saviour calling me. HEAVENLY Father, we Thy children, Gathered round our risen Lord, Lift our hearts in earnest pleading: Oh, revive us by Thy word ! Cho. — Send refreshing, send refreshing From Thy presence, gracious LordI Send refreshing, send refreshing, And revive us by Thy word ! 2 Gracious gales of heavenly blessing In Thy love to us afford; Let us feel Thy Spirit's presence, Oh, revive us by Thy word! 3 "Weak and weary in the conflict, "Wrestling not with flesh and blood," Help us, Lord, as faint we falter; Oh, revive us by Thy word ! 4 With Thy strength, O Master, gird us, Be our Guide and be our Guard; Fill us with Thy holy Spirit, Oh, revive us by Thy word! JESUS is coming! sing the glad word! Coming for those He redeemed by His blood, Coming to reign as the glorified Lord ! Jesus is coming again! Cho. — Jesus is coming, is coming again! Jesus is coming again! Shout the glad tidings o'er mountain and plain! Jesus is coming again! 150 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 2 Jesus is coming! the dead shall arise, Loved ones shall meet in a joyful surprise, Caught up together to Him in the skies. Jesus is coming again. 3 Jesus is coming! His saints to release; Coming to give to the warring earth peace: Sinning, and sighing, and sorrow, shall cease. Jesus is coming again ! 4 Jesus is coming! the promise is true; Who are the chosen, the faithful, the few, Waiting and watching, prepared for review ? Jesus is coming again! 235 WE are children of a King, Heavenly King, Heavenly King, We are children of a King, Singing as we journey; Jesus Christ our Guard and Guide, Bids us, nothing terrified, Follow closely at His side, Singing as we journey. 2 We are traveling to our homo, Blessed home, Blessed home, We are traveling to our home, Singing as we journey; Toward a city out of sight, Where will fall no shade of night, For our Saviour is its light, Singing as we journey. 3 Full of joy we onward go, Heavenward go, Heavenward go, Full of joy we onward go Singing as we journey; Singing all the journey through — Singing hearts are brave and true- Singing till our home wo view, Singing as we journey. 236 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 151 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? Cho. — Who is on the Lord's side? Who will serve the King? Who will be His helpers, Other lives to bring? By Thy grand redemption, By Thy grace divine, We are on the Lord's side; Saviour, 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. 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. 4 Fierce may be the conflict, Strong may be the foe, But the King's own army, None can overthrow; Bound His standard ranging, Victory is secure, For His truth unchanging Makes the triumph sure. 152 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to G Complete. 237 238 TRAVELING to the better land, O'er the desert's scorching sand, Father! let me grasp Thy hand; Lead me on, lead me on! 2 When at Marah, parched with heat, I the sparkling fountain greet, Make the bitter waters sweet; Lead me on, lead me on! 3 When the wilderness is drear, Show me Elim's palm-groves near, And her wells as crystal clear; Lead me on, lead me on! 4 Through the water, through the fire, Never let me fall or tire, Every step brings Canaan nigher: Lead mo on, lead me on! 5 Bid me stand on Nebo's height, Gaze upon the land of light, Then transported with the sight, Lead me on, lead me on! G When I stand on Jordan's brink, "Never let me fear or shrink; Hold me, Father, lest I sink; Lead me on, lead mo on! 7 When the victory is won, And eternal life begun, Dp to glory lead me on! Lead me on, lead me on! LOOK unto Me and be ye saved, 1 heard the -Inst One say; And as by faith on Him 1 gazed, My burden rolled away. Cuo. — I've passed tho cross at Calvary, I'm on the Heaven side; ||: The world is crucified to me, Since Christ my ransom died. :| Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 153 2 By His atonement reconciled, My Father's face I see; The empty tomb now intervenes Between the world and me. 3 Oh, glorious height of vantage ground! Oh, blest victorious hour! In Him to trust and fully know His resurrection power. 239 "V'O works of law have we to boast, J_l By nature ruined, guilty, lost; Condemned already, but Thy hand Provided what Thou didst demand. Cho. — ||:We take the guilty sinner's name, The guilty sinner's Saviour claim. 2 No faith we bring, 'tis Christ alone, 'Tis what He is — what He has done; He is for us as given by God, It was for us He shed His blood. 3 We do not feel our sins are gone, "We know it by Thy word alone; "We know that there our sins didst lay On Him who has put sin away. 4 Because we know our sins forgiven, We happy feel — our home is heaven; help us now as sons of God, To tread the path that Jesus trod. 240 THERE is love, true love, and the heart grows warm, When the Lord to Bethany comes. And the word of life has a wondrous charm, When the Lord to Bethany comes. There is joy, glad joy, and a feast is spread, When the Lord to Bethany comes; For His heavenly voice brings to life the dead, When the Lord to Bethany comes. 154 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. Cho. — 'Twas a happy, happy day in the olden time, When the Lord to Bethany came, Open wide the door, let Him enter now! For His love is ever the same! ||: His love is ever the same! :|| Open wide the door, let Him enter now! For His love is ever the same! 2 Th re is peace, sweet peace, and the life grows calm, When the Lord to Bethany comes; And the trusting soul sings a sweet, soft psalm, When the Lord to Bethany comes. There is faith, strong faith, and our home seems near, When the Lord to Bethany comes; And the crown more bright, and the cross more dear, When the Lord to Bethany comes. 241 CHILD of sin and sorrow, Filled with dismay, Wait not for to-morrow, Yield thee to-day: Heaven bids thee come, While yet there's room; Child of sin and sorrow, Hear and obey. 2 Child of sin and sorrow, Why wilt thou die ? Come while thou canst borrow Help from on high; Grieve not that love Which from above, Child of sin and sorrow, Would bring thoo nigh. 242 IOKD, my trust I repose in Thoo; _J O how great is Thy lovo to in.' ! Thou the Btrength of my life shalt be; This I know, this I know. Ref.— Thine, Thine, and only Thine, Now and ever Thine; Thou dost lovo me, Saviour mine; This I know, this I know. 243 244 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 155 2 Thou dost lead with a sweet command, Thou dost lead with a gentle hand; On the rock of Thy Truth I stand; This I know, this I know. 3 I shall rise to a world of light, I shall rest in a mansion bright; Then my faith shall be lost in sight; This I know, this I know. NOT what these hands have done, Can save this guilty soul; Not what this toiling flesh has borne, Can make my spirit whole. Ref. — Thy work alone, my Saviour, Can ease this weight of sin; Thy blood alone, O Lamb of God, Can give me peace within. 2 Not what I feel or do, Can give me peace with God; Not all my prayers, nor sighs, nor tears, Can ease my awful load, 3 Thy love to me, O God, Not mine, O Lord, to Thee, Can rid me of this dark unrest, And set my spirit free. 4 No other work save Thine, No meaner blood will do; No strength, save that which is divine, Can bear me safely through. 8 I praise the God of grace, I trust His love and might; He calls me His, I call Him mine; My God, my joy, my light ! MY life flows on in endless song; Above earth's lamentation, I hear the sweet, though far-off, hymn That hails a new creation: 156 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to G Complete. Through all the tumult and the strife I hear the music ringing; It rinds an echo in my soul — How can I keep from singing ? 2 What though my joys and comfort die? The Lord my Saviour liveth; What though the darkness gather round ? Songs in the night He giveth; No storm can shake my inmost calm While to that refuge clinging, Since Christ is Lord of heaven and earth, How can I keep from singing? 3 I lift my eyes; the cloud grow thin; I see the blue above it; And day by day this pathway smooths, Since first I learned to love it; The peace of Christ makes fresh my heart, A fountain ever springing; All things are mine since 1 am His — How can I keep from singing? 245 ONCE again the Gospel message From the Saviour you have heard; Will you heed tho invitation? Will you turn and seek the Lord ? Cho. — 1|: Come believing! come believing! Come to Jesus, look and live! :|| 2 Many summers you have wasted, Ripened harvests you have seen; Winter snows by Spring have melted, Yet you linger in yOur sin. 3 Jesus for your choice is waiting; Tarry not: at once decide! While the Spirit now is striving, Yield, and seek the Saviour's side. 4 Cease of fitness to be thinking; Do not longer try to feel; It is trusting and not /eeftng, That will give the Spirit's seal. Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 157 5 Let your will to God be given, Trust in Christ's atoning blood; Look to Jesus now in heaven, Best on His unchanging word. 246 SOUND the alarm! let the watchman cry! — "Up! for the day of the Lord is nigh; Who will escape from the wrath to come.-' Who have a place in the soul's bright home ? " Bef. — Sound the alarm, watchman, sound the alarm! For the Lord will come "with a conquering arm; And the hosts of sin, as their ranks advance, Shall wither and fall at His glance. 2 Sound the alarm! let the cry go forth, Swift as the wind, o'er the realms of earth; Plee to the Bock where the soul may hide! Flee to the Eock! in its cleft abide. 3 Sound the alarm on the mountain's brow! Plead with the lost by the wayside now; Warn them to come and the truth embrace; Urge them to come and be saved by grace, 4 Sound the alarm in the youthful ear, S< und it aloud that the old may hear; Blow ye the trump while the day-beams last! Blow ye the trump till the light is past! 247 BEAUTIFUL morning! Day of hope, Dawn of a better life; Isow in thy peaceful hours we rest, Far from earth's noise and strife. Cho. — Morning of resurrection joy, Day when the Saviour rose, Singing shall greet thy opening hour, Singing shall mark thy close. 2 Beautiful morning! All the week Waiteth thy welcome light, Since the first dawning, calm and clear, Out of the darkest night. 158 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 3 Beautiful morning! Grief and pain, Weeping before the tomb, Fly at thy dawning, Jesus rose, Jesus dispelled the gloom. 248 249 '"TIWILL not be long our journey here, JL Each broken sigh and falling tear Will soon be gone, and all will be A cloudless sky, a waveless sea. Ref. — Roll on, dark stream, We dread not thy foam; The Pilgrim is longing For home, sweet home. 2 'Twill not be long the yearning heart May feel its every hope depart, And grief be mingled with its sonLj; We'll meet again, 'twill not be long. 3 Though sad we mark the closing eye, Of those we loved in days gone by, Yet sweet in death their latest song— We'll meet again, 'twill not be long. 4 These checkered wilds, with thorns o'erspread. Through which our way so oft is led — This march of time, with truth so strong, Will end in bliss, 'twill not be long. '^piS known on earth, in heaven too, X Tis sweet to me because 'tis true; The "old, old story" is ever new; Tell me more about Jesus. Cho.— ||:" Tell me moro about Jesus! " :|| Him would I know who loved me so;. 41 Tell me moro about Jesus! " 2 Earth's fairest flowers will droop and die, Dark clouds o'erspread yon azure sky; Life's dearest joys flit fleetest by; Tell mo more about Jesus. Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 159 3 When overwhelmed with unbelief, When burdened with a blinding grief, Come kindly then to my relief; Tell me more about Jesus. 4 And when the Glory-land I see, And take the "place prepared" for me, Through endless years my song shall be — "Tell me more about Jesus." -250 THE word of God is given To all who serve Him here, That when the Lord from heaven In glory shall appear, We then shall be delivered From sorrow, sin, and pain; And if for Christ we suffer, With Him we then shall reign. Cro. — We are going home to Jesus! Going home to Jesus! Going to the mansions He's preparing there on high! We are going home to Jesus! Going home to Jesus! And we'll gather there in glory, By and by! 2 Once in our sin we wandered Far, far away from God, And precious hours we squandered Upon the downward road; But God in grace hath called us, And given us to share The purchase of our Saviour, A mansion bright and fair. 3 Now with this hope to cheer us, And with the Spirit's seal, That all our sins were pardoned, Through Him whose stripes did heal; As " strangers " and as " pilgrims," No place on earth we own, But work and watch as " servants," Until our Lord shall come. 160 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to G Complete 251 252 ^T^O Him who for our sins was slain, I To Him for all His dying pain. Eef. — Hallelujah, hallelujah, Hallelujah to His name. 2 To Him, the Lamb, our Sacrifice, Who gave His life the ransomed price. 3 To Him who died that we might die To sin and live with Him on high. 4 To Him who rose that we might rise, And reign with Him bej'ond the skies, 5 To Him who now for us doth plead, And helpeth us in all our need. 6 To Flim who doth prepare on high, Our home in immortality. 7 To Him be glory evermore! Ye heavenly hosts, your Loid adore. THE sands of time are sinking, The dawn of heaven breaks, The summer morn I've sighe 1 for — The fair, sweet mornawakes: Dark, dark hath been the midnight. But day-spring is at hand, And glory, glory dwelleth I u Emmanuel's land. 2 I've wnstlcd on toward heaven, 'Gainst storm and wind and tide, Now, like a weary traveler Thai leaneth on his guide; Amid the shades of evening, "While sinks hie Lingering sand, I hail the glory dawning Prom Emmanuel's land. 3 Deep waters crossed life's pathway, The hedge of thorns was sharp; Now t bese lie all behind me 0! for a well-tuned harp! Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to G Complete. 161 253 254 0, to join the hallelujah With yon triumphant band! Who sing -where glory dwelleth In Imruanuel's land. I KNOW that my Redeemer lives! What comfort this sweet message gives! He lives, who once was dead; He lives, all-glorious in the sky; He lives, exalted there on high, My everlasting Head. Cho.— ||: He lives! He lives ! 1 know that my Redeemer lives! :|| 2 He lives, to bless me with His love; He lives, to plead for me above, My hungry soul to feed; He lives, to grant me rich supply; He lives, to guide me with His eye, To help in time of need. 3 He lives, triumphant from the grave; He lives, eternally to save; And while He lives I'll sing; He lives, my ever faithful Friend; He lives, and loves me to the end, My Prophet, Priest, and King! 4 He lives, my mansion to prepare; He lives to bring me safely there; My Jesus still the same: What joy this blest assurance gives!- " I know that my Redeemer lives: " All glory to His name! 1 A LITTLE while!" and He shall come; J\_ The hour draws on apace, The blessed hour, the glorious morn, When we shall see His face: How light our trials then will seem! How short our pilgrim way! Our life on earth a fitful dream, Dispelled by dawning day! 1G2 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to G Complete. Cho. — Then come, Lord Jesus, quickly come, In glory and in light! Come, take Thy longing children home. And end earth's weary night! 2 "A little while!" with patience, Lord, I fain would ask, " How long?" For how can I with such a hope Of glory and of home, "With such a joy awaiting me, Not wish the hour were come ? How can I keep the longing back, And how suppress the groan ? 3 Yet peace, my heart! and hush, my tongue! Be calm, my troubled breast! Each passing hour is hastening on The everlasting rest: Thou knowest well— the time thy God Appoints for thee is best: The morning star will soon arise; The glow is in the East. 255 PRECIOUS Saviour, may I live, Only for Thee! Spend the powers Thou dost give, Only for Thee! Be my spirit's deep desire, Only for Thee] May my intellect aspire, Only for Thee! Cho.— Only Christ who died for mo Paid the price and made mo free, Now, and through eternity, Only for Thee! 2 In my ; oys may I rejoice Only for Thee! ' In my choosing make my choice, Only for Thee! Meekly may I Buffer gi'ief, Only for Thee! Gratefully accept relief, Only for Thee! 256 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 163 3 Be my smiles and be my tears, Only for Thee! Be my young and riper years, Only for Thee! Be my peace and be my strife, Only for Thee! Be my love and be my life, Only for Thee! ONLY waiting till the shadows Are a little longer grown; Only waiting till the glimmer Of the day's last beam is flown; Till the night of death has faded From the heart once full of day; Till the stars of heaven are breaking Through the twilight soft and gray. 2 Only waiting till the reapers Have the last sheaf gathered home; For the summer time has faded And the autumn winds have come. Quickly, reapers! gather quickly, All the ripe hours of my heart; For the bloom of life is withered, And I hasten to depart. 3 Only waiting till the angels Open wide the pearly gate, At whose portals long I've lingered, Weary, poor, and desolate: Even now I hear their footsteps, And their voices far away; If they call me, I am waiting, Only waiting to obey. 4 Waiting for a brighter dwelling Than I ever yet have seen, Where the tree of life is blooming, And the fields are ever green: Waiting for my full redemption, When my Saviour shall restore All that sin has caused to wither; Age and sorrow come no more. 164 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 257 OXCE more, rny soul, thy Saviour, through the Word, Is offered full and free; Aud now, O Lord, I must, I must decide; Shall I accept of Thee? Cho. — I will! I will! I will, God helping me, I will, I will be Thin Thy precious blood was shed to purchase mo — I will be wholly Thine! 2 By grace I will Thy mercy now receive, Thy love my heart hath won; On Thee, O Christ, I will, I will believe, And trust in Thee alone! 3 Thou knowest, Lord, how very weak I am, And how I fear to stray; For strength to serve I look to Thee alone — The strength Thou must supply! 4 And now, O Lord, give all with us to-day The grace to join our song; And from the heart to gladly with us say: " I will to Christ belong!" 5 To all who came, when Thou wast here below, And said, " O Lord, wilt Thou?" To them "I will! " was ever Thy reply; We rest upon it now. 258 IT'S a lumnie, bonnie warl' that we're livin' in the noo', An sunny is the Ian' that noo we aften traiv'll throo; But in vain we look for something here to which oor hearts may cling, For its beauty is as naething tae the palace o' the Sing. We like the gilded simmer, wi' its merry, merry tread, An' we sigh when hoary winter lays its beauties wi' the dead; [ter's wing, For tho' bonnie are tho snawflakes, an' the doon on Win- It's line to ken it daurna touch tho palace o' the King. 2 Then again, I've juist been thinkin' that when a'thing here's sac bricht, [licht, The sun in a' its grandeur, an' the mime wi' qui verm* Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 165 The ocean i' the simmer; or the woodland i' the spring, What maun it be up yonner i' the palace o' the King. It's here we hae oor trials, an' it's here that He prepares His chosen for the raiment which the ransomed sinner wears. An' its here that He wad hear us 'mid oor tribulations sing, " We'll trust oor God wha' reigneth i' the palace o' the King. 3 Oh! its honor heaped on honor that His courtiers should be ta'en Frae the wand'rin' anes He died for i' this warl' o' sin an' pain. An' its fu'est love an' service that the Christians aye should bring To the feet o' Him wha reigneth i' the palace o' the King. The time for sawin' seed, it is a wearin', wearin' dune; An' the time for winniii' souls will be ower vera sune. Thenlat us a' be active, if a fruitfu' sheaf we'd bring To adorn the Royal table i' the palace o' the King. 4 Then let us trust Him better than we've ever dune afore, For the King will feed His servants frae His ever boun- teous store: Lat us keep a closer grip o' Him, for time is on the wing, An' sune He'll come an' tak' us tae the palace o' the King. It's iv'ry halls are bonnie upon which the rainbows shine, An' its Eden bow'rs are trellised wi' a never fadin' Vine; An' the pearly gates o' Heaven, do a glorious radiance fling, On the starry floor that shimmers i' the palace o' the King. 5 Nae nicht shall be in Heaven, an' nae desolatin' sea, And nae tyrant hoofs shall trample i' the city o' the free; There's an everlastin' daylicht, an' a never fadin' spring, Where the Lamb is a' the glory i' the palace o' the King. We see our freen's await us ower yonner at His gate; Then lat us a' be ready, for ye ken its gettin' late; Let oor lamps be brichtly burnin'; let us raise oor voice and sing, For sune we'll meet, to pairt nae mair, i' the palace o' the King. 166 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 259 "OEDEEMED!" "redeemed!" Jl\) Oh, sing the joyful strain! Give praise; give praise And glory to His name; Who gave His blood our souls to save, ||: And purchased freedom for the slave !:[) Cho. — "Redeemed!" redeemed from sin and all its woe! "Redeemed!" redeemed eternal life to know! "Redeemed!" redeemed by Jesus' blood, "Redeemed!" redeemed! Oh, praise the Lord! 2 What grace! what grace! That He who calmed the wave, Should stoop, my soul, My guilty soul to save! That He the curse should bear for me, [|: A sinful wretch, His enemy! :j| 3 "Redeemed!" redeemed! The word has brought repose, And joy, and joy That each redeemed one knows, Who sees his sins on Jesus laid, ||: And knows His blood the ransom paid. :|| 4 "Redeemed! " redeemed? O joy, that I should bo In Christ, in Christ, From sin forever free! Forever free to praise His name, ||: Who bore for me the guilt and shame! :[] 260 261 GOD is great, and God is good, And we thank Him for this food: By His hand must all bo fed, Give us, Lord, our daily bread. MASTF.R, the tempest is raging! The billows arc tossing high! The sky is o'ershadowed with blackness. No shelter or help is nigh; Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 167 "Carest Thou not that we perish?" — How canst Thou lie asleep, When each moment so madly is threatening A grave in the angry deep? Cho. — The winds and the waves shall obey My will, " Peace, be still! " Whether the wrath of the storm-tossed sea, Or demons, or men, or whatever it be, No water can swallow the ship where lies The Master of ocean and earth and skies; ||: They all shall sweetly obey My will; "Peace, be still! ":|| 2 Master, with anguish of spirit I bow in my grief to-day; The depths of my sad heart are troubled; Oh, waken and save, I pray! Torrents of sin and of anguish Sweep o'er my sinking soul; And I perish! I perish! dear Master; Oh! hasten, and take control. 3 Master, the terror is over, The elements sweetly rest; Earth's sun in the calm lake is mirrored, And heaven's within my breast; Linger, blessed Redeemer, Leave me alone no more; And with joy I shall make the blest harbor, And rest on the blissful shore. 262 OWHAT shall I do to be saved ? The gathering storm I behold, Exposed to the wrath of my God; ||: Is there no sheltering fold? :|| Cho. — 1|: I am the door, by me if any man enter in, He shall be saved, he shall be saved. :|j 2 O what shall I do to be saved? No light, no hope, can I see, No help in myself can I find; J|: Is there no mercy for me? :|| 168 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to G Complete. 3 O what shall I do to be saved ? So vile, so burdened with sin, O how to the fold may I come, |J: How may I enter therein? :|| 4 I enter the wide open door, In Christ I now have believed; I'm cleansed from my sins by His blood; [|: I trust and now I am saved! :|| 263 264 JESUS, I my cross have taken, All to leave and follow Thee; Naked, poor, despised, forsaken, Thou from hence my all shalt be. Perish every fond ambition, All I've sought, or hoped, or known,, Yet how rich is my condition, God and heaven are still my own. 2 Let the world despise and leave me, They have left my Saviour too; Human hearts and looks deceive me — Thou art not, like them, untrue; Oh! while Thou dost smile upon me, God of wisdom, love, and might, Foes may hate, and friends disown me — Show Thy face, and all is bright. 3 Haste thee on from grace to glory, Armed by faith, and winged bj^ prayer! Heaven's eternal day's before thee, God's own hand snail guide thee there: Soon shall close thy earthly mission, Soon shall pass thy pilgrim days, Hope shall change to glad fruition, Faith to sight, and prayer to praise. ALONG the River of Time wo glide, Along the River, along the River, The swiftly flowing, resistless tide, The swiftly flowing, the swiftly flowing-. And soon, ah, soon, the end we'll see, Yes, soon 'twill come and we will be 265 Gospel Hymns >Tos. 1 to 6 Complete. 169 Cho. — 1|: Floating, floating, Out on the sea of eternity! :|| 2 Along the River of Time we glide, Along the Eiver, along the River, A thousand dangers its currents hide, A thousand dangers, a thousand dangers, And near our course the rocks we see, Oh, dreadful thought ! a wreck to be, 3 Along the River of Time we glide, Along the River, along the River, Our Saviour only our bark can guide, Our Saviour only, our Saviour only, But with Him we secure may be, No fear, no doubt, but joy to be " ry^ILL Be come!" — oh, let the words JL Linger on the trembling chords; Let " the little while " between In their golden light be seen; Let us think, how heaven and home Lie beyond that "Till Be come." 3 TThen the weary ones we love Enter on their rest above, When the words of love and cheer Fall no longer on our ear, Hush! be every murmur dumb! It is only "Till Be come." 3 Clouds and darkness round us press: "Would we have one sorrow less? All the sharpness of the cross, All that tells the world is loss. Death, and darkness, and the tomb, Pain us only "Till Be come." 3 See the feast of love is spread, Drink the wine and eat the bread: Sweet memorials, — till the Lord Call us round His heavenly board; Some from earth, from glory some, Severed only "Till Be come." 170 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. O 1 266 |H, to be over yonder, In that land of wonder, Where the angel voices mingle, and the angel harpers ring; To be free from pain and sorrow, And the anxious, dread to-morrow, To rest in light and sunshine in the presence of the King. Cho. — Oh! to be over yonder, In that land of wonder, There to be forever In the presence of the King. 2 Oh, to be over yonder! My yearning heart grows fonder Of looking to the east, to see the blessed day-star bring Some tidings of the waking, The cloudless, pure day breaking! My heart is yearning— yearning for the coming of the King. 3 Oh, to be over yonder! Alas! I sigh and wonder — Why clings my poor, weak, sinful heart to any earthly thing ? Each tie of earth must sever, And pass away forever: But there's no moro separation in the presenco of tho King. 4 Oli, when shall I be dwelling Where angel voices, swelling [n triumphant hallelujahs, make the vaulted heavers ring — Where, the pearly gates are gleaming, And the Morning Star is beaming? Oh, when shall I be yonder in the presence of the King. 5 Oh, I shall soon bo yonder, Though lonely here 1 wander, Yearning for the welcome summer longing'for tho bird'* fleet wing; The midnight may be dreary, And tho heart bo worn and weary, But thero's no moro shadow yonder in tho presenco of tho King. 267 268 Gospel Hymns Xos. 1 to 6 Complete. 171 COME, thou weary, Jesus calls thee To His wounded side; " Come to me," saith He, " and e*ver Safe abide." 2 Seeking Jesus? Jesus seeks y ,hee — "Wants thee as thou art; He is knocking, ever knocking At thy heart. 3 If thou let Him, He will save thee — Make thee all His own; Guide thee, keep thee, take thee, dying. To His throne. 4 Wilt thou still refuse His offer ? Wilt thou say Him nay? Wilt thou let Him, grieved, rejected, Go away ? 4. Dost thou feel thy life is weary? Is thy soul distressed? Take His offer, wait no longer; Be at rest! MY Saviour's praises I will sing, And all His love express; Whose mercies each returning day, Proclaim His faithfulness. Cho.— | ; : "Every day will I bless Thee!" :|| And I will praise, will praise, Thy name Forever and ever! 2 Redeemed by His almighty power, My Saviour and my King; My confidence in Him I place, To Him my soul would cling. 3 On Thee alone, my Saviour, God, My steadfast hopes depend; And to Thy holy will my soul, Submissively would bend. 172 Gospel, Hymns Nos. 1 to G Complete. 4 Ob, grant Thy Holy Spirit's grace, And aid my feeble powers; That gladly I may follow Thee Through all my future hours. 269 "/^WNWAKD, upward, homewardl \J Joyfully I flee From this world of sorrow, With my Lord to be; Onward to this glory, Upward to the prize, Homeward to the mansions,. Far above the skies. Hef. — Onward to the glory, Upward to the prize, Homeward to the mansions, Far above the skies. 2 "Onward, upward, homeward!" Here 1 find no rest; Treading o'er the desert Which my Saviour pressed; •'Onward, upward, homeward!" I shall soon be there, Soon its joys and pleasures, I, through grace, shall sharo. 3 "Onward, upward, homeward!" Come along with me; Ye who love the Saviour, Bear me company; "Onward, upward, homeward!" Press with vigor on; Yet a little moment And tho raco is won, 270 O II, soul-tossed on the billows, afar from friendly land, Look up to Him who holds thee in "The hollow of His hand." Cno.— In "The hollow of His hand," In the hollow of His hand, • O how sate arc all who trust Him, In "The hollow Of His hand." GOI PEL BTMNS Noh. 1 TO 6 OOMPLITB. I i 2 Though raging winds may drive thee, a wreck upon th< strand, Still cling to 1 1 im who holds thee La "The hollow of I ti hand." :>, When strength Is Bp< at In toiling, and wearily you Btand, Theo r< Bt in 1 1 mi who holds thee tn " The hollow of His hand." 4 win ii by the swelling Jordan, your feet tn sinking Band, Bern* mb( c still He holds thee In "The hollow 61 His band." 5 And when at, last we're gathered, with all the ransomed band, We'll prafst onr God who holds as la "The hollow <>i i [is hand." 271 1)k.\lSK Hi ml praise Himl Jesus, oar Slesse'dBedeemer! Bing, ( > i .ut h - His wonderful love proclaim! Jluil Him! hail Him! highest arch-angela in glory; Strength and honor give to His holy camel Like a shepherd. Jesus will guard His children, in His arms !!<• carries them all day Long; Praise Him] praise Himl ti 1 1 of His < >. <•< )i< at greatnt Praise Himl praise Him] ever La joyful Boagl 2 Praise Himl praise Himl Jesus, our blessed Redeemer I For our sins He suffered, and bled, and y dread of future ill? Or why should unbelieving fear My trembling spirit till? 328 IX the harvest field there is work to do, For the grain is ripe, and the reapers few; And the Master's voice bids the workers true Heed the call that He gives to-day. Cho. — Labor on! labor on! Keep the bright reward in view; For the Blaster has said, He will strength renew; Labor on till theelose of day! Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to G Complete. 207 2 Crowd the garner well with its sheaves all bright, Let the song be glad, and the heart be light; Fill the precious hours, ere the shades of night Talse the place of the golden day. 3 In the gleaner's path may be rich reward, Though the time seems long, and the labor hard; For the Master's joy, with His chosen shared, Drives the gloom from the darkest day. 4 Lo! the Harvest Home in the realms above Shall be gained by each who has toiled and strove, When the Master's voice, in its tones of love, Calls away to eternal day. 329 " TT^OR God so loved!" Oh, wondrous theme! A- Oh! wondrous key to wondrous scheme! A Saviour sent to sinful men — Glory to God the Father! Cho.—II: Glory to God the Father! :|| Glory, glory, Glory to God the Father! 2 In love God gave, in love Christ came, That man might know the Father's name, And in the Son salvation claim — Glory to God the Father! 3 As man He tarried here below, The power and love of God to show; To help and heal all human woe — Glory to God the Father! 4 Upon the cross His life He gave, His people from their sins to save; For them descended to the grave — Glory to God the Father! 5 By God exalted from the dead, He reigns on high the living head Of every soul for whom He bled — Glory to God the Father! 203 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 330 331 O TROUBLED heart, there is a home, Beyond the reach of toil and care; A home where changes never come; Who would not fain be resting there ? — !|: wait, meekly wait, and murmur not; O, wait, O, wait, O, wait, and murmur not. 2 Yet when bowed down beneath the load By heaven allowed, thine earthly lot; Lookup! thou'lt reach that blest abode, Wait, meekly wait, and murmur not. 3 If in thj T path some thorns are found, O, think who bore them on His brow; If grief thy sorrowing heart has found, It reached a holier than thou. 4 Toil on, nor deem, though sore it be, One sigh unheard, one prayer forgot; The day of rest will dawn for thee; Wait, meekly wait, and murmur not. SINNERS Jesus will receive: Sound this word of grace to all "Who the heavenly pathway leave, All who linger, all who fall. Rep. Sing it o'er and o'er again: Christ reoeiveth sinful men; Make the message clear and plain: Christ reoeiveth sinful men. 2 Come, and lie will give you rest; Trust Him, for His word is plain; 1 te will take the sinfulesl : Christ reoeiveth sinful men. 15 Now my heart condemns me not, Pure before t he law 1 stand; lie who cleansed nic from all spot, Satisfied its last demand. 332 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 209 4 Christ receiveth sinful men, Even me with all my sin; Purged from every spot and stain, Heaven with Him I enter in. THERE'S a Stranger at the door; Let Him in! He has been there oft before; Let Him in! Let Him in ere He is gone; Let Him in, the Holy one, Jesus Christ, the Father's Son; Let Him in! 2 Open now to Him your heart; Let Him in! If you wait He will depart; Let Him in! Let Him in; He is your Friend; And your soul He will defend, He will keep you to the end; Let Him in! 3 Hear you now His loving voice? Let Him in! Now, oh, now make Him your choice; Let Him in! He is standing at the door; Joy to you He will restore, And His name you will adore; Let Him in! 4 Now admit the heavenly Guest; Let Him in! He will make for you a feast; Let Him in! He will speak your sins forgiven, And when earth-ties all are riven, He will take you home to heaven; Let Him in! 210 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to G Complete. 333 I LOOKED to Jesus in my sin, My woe and want confessing; Undone and lost, I came to Him, I sought and found a blessing. Cho. — "I looked to Him, to Him I looked," "lis true, His " Whosoevei ; " " He looked on me, on me lie looked, And we were one for ever.' 2 I looked to Jesus on the cross, For me I saw Him dying; God's word believed, that all my sins Were there upon Him lying. 3 I looked to Jesus there on high, From death upraised to glory; I trusted in His power to save, Believed the old, old story. 4 Ho looked on me; O look of love! My heart by it was broken; And, with that look of love, He gave The Holy Spirit's token. 5 Now one with Christ, I find my peace In Him to be abiding, And in His love for all my need, In child-like faith confiding. 334 Inn. ALL hail the power of Jesus' Let angels prostrate fall; Bring forth the royal diadem, And erown Him Lord of all. Cho. — Let us crown Him, let us crown Hi- Let us crown the great Redeemer Lord of all; Let us crown Him, let us crown Him, Let us crown Him Lord of all. 2 Let every kindred, every tribe, On this terrestrial ball, To Him all majesty ascribe, And crown Him Lord of all. 335 336 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 211 3 O that with yonder sacred throng We at His'feet may fall; We'll join the everlasting song, And crown Him Lord of all. JESUS, my Lord, to Thee I cry; Unless Thou help me I must die: Oh, bring Thy free salvation nigh, And take me as I am. Cho. — 1|: And take me as I am.:|| My only plea — Christ died for me! Oh, take me as I am. 2 Helpless I am, and full of guilt; But yet for me Thy blood was spilt, And"Thou canst make me what Thou wilt, And take me as I am. 3 No preparation can I make, My best resolves I only break, Yet save me for Thine own name's sake, And take me as I am. 4 Behold me, Saviour, at Thy feet, Deal with me as Thou seest meet; Thy work begin, Thy work complete, And take me as I am. SOULS of men, why will ye scatter Like a crowd of frightened sheep? Foolish hearts! why will ye wander From a love so true and deep ? "Was there ever kinder Shepherd, Half so gentle, half so sweet, As the Saviour who would have us Come and gather round His feet? 2 It is God! His love looks mighty, But is mightier than it seems: 'Tis our Father, and His fondness Goes far out beyond our dreams. 212 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. There's a wideness in God's mercy, Like the wideness of the sea; There's a kindness in His justice, Which is more than liberty. 3 There is no place where earth's sorrows Are more felt than up in heaven; There is no place where earth's failings Have such kindly judgment given. There is welcome for the sinner, And more graces for the good; There is mercy with the Saviour; There is healing in His blood. 4 But we make His love too narrow. By false limits of our own; And we magnify His strictness With a zeal He will not own. There is plentiful redemption In the blood that has been shed; There is joy for all the members In the sorrows of the Head. 5 If our love were but more simple We should take Him at His word; And our lives would all be sunshine In the sweetness of our Lord. For the love of God is broader Than the measures of man's mind; And the heart of the Eternal Is most wonderfully kind. 337 I N the land of strangers, Whither thou art gone, Hear a far voice calling, "My son! my son! " Cho. — "Welcomo! wanderer, welcome! Welcome back to home] Thou hast wandered far away: Come home! come home!" 2 *' From the land of hunger, Fainting, famished lono, Come to love and gladness, My son! my son! " Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 213 3 " Leave the haunts of riot, "Wasted, woe-begone, Sick at heart and weary, My son! my son! " 4 " See the door still open! Thou art still my own; Eyes of love are on thee, My son! my son! " 5 " Far off thou hast wandered; Wilt thou farther roam ? Come, and all is pardoned. My son! my son!" 6 " See the well-spread table, Unforgotten one! Here is rest and plenty, My son! my son!" 7 " Thou art friendless, homeless, Hopeless, and undone; Mine is love unchanging, My son! my son!" 338 ON that bright and golden morning, when the Son of man shall come, And the radiance of His glory we shall see; When from every clime and nation He shall call His people home, What a gathering of the ransomed that will be. Cho. — What a gathering, what a gathering, What a gathering of the ransomed in the summer land of love; What a gathering, what a gathering, Of the ransomed in that happy home abo-e. 2 When the blest who sleep in Jesus, at His bidding shall arise From the silence of the grave, and from the sea, And with bodies all celestial they shall meet Him in the skies, What a gathering and rejoicing there will be. 214 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complkte. 3 When our eyes behold the city, with its many mansions bright, And its river, calm and restful, flowing 1'roe; When the friends that death has parted shall in bliss again unite, What a gathering and a greeting there will bo. 4 O the King is surely coming, and the time is drawing nigh, When the blessed day of promise we shall sec; Then the changing "in a moment," " in the twinkling of an eye," And forever in His presence we shall be. O HE All my cry, be gracious now to me, Come, Great Deliverer, come; My soul bowed down is longing now for Thee, Come, Great Deliverer, come. Ref. —I've wandered far away o'er mountains cold, I've wandered far away from home; O take me now, and bring me to Thy fold, Come, Great Deliverer, come. 2 I have no place, no shelter from the night, Come, Great Deliverer, come; One look from Thee would give me life and light, Come, Great Deliverer, come. 3 My path is lone, and weary are my feet, Come, ( mat Deliverer, come; Mine ryes look up Thy loving smile to inert, Come, Great Deliverer, come. 4 Thou wilt not spurn contrition's broken sigh, ( lome, Great Deliverer, come; Regard my prayer, and hear my humble cry, Come, Great Deliverer, come. 340 (^ OD bo with you till we moot again !— T By His counsels guide, uphold you, With His sheep securely fold you; God be with you till wc meet again! Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 215 Cho. — Till we meet! Till we meet! Till we meet at Jesus' feet; Till we meet! Till we meet! God be with you till we meet again! 2 God be with you till we meet again! — 'Neath His wings protecting hide you, Daily manna still divide you; God be with you till we meet again! 3 God be with you till we meet again! — When life's perils thick confound you, Put His arms unfailing round you; God be with you till we meet again! 4 God be with you till we meet again! — Keep love's banner floating o'er you, Smite death's threatening wave before you; God be with you till we meet again! 341 I MUST walk through the valley and the shadow, But I'll journey in a loving Saviour's care; He hath said He will never, never leave me, With His Staff He will comfort me there. Cho. — Through the valley, through the valley, Through the valley and the shadow I must go, But the dark waves of Jordan will not harm me, There is peace in the valley, I know. 2 When I walk through the valley and the shadow, All the weary days of toiling will be o'er; For the strong arms of Jesus will enfold me, And with Him I shall sorrow no more. 3 Though I walk through the valley and the shadow, Yet the glory of the dawning I shall see; I shall join in the anthems over Jordan, Where the loved ones are waiting for me. 4 I shall walk through the valley and the shadow, I shall follow where my Lord has gone before; Through the mists of the valley He will lead me, Till I rest on the Evergreen Shore. 21 G Gospel Hy^ins Nos. 1 to G Complete. 342 343 GOD'S almighty arms are round me, Peace, peace is mine; Judgment scenes need not confound me, Peace, peace is mine. Jesus came Himself and sought me! Sold to Death, He found and bought me! Then my blessed freedom taught Die, Peace, peace is mine. 2 While I hear life's rugged billows '? Peace, peace is mine; Why suspend my harp on willows ? Peace, peace is mine. I may sing with Christ beside me, Though a thousand ills betide me; Safely He hath sworn to guide me Peace, peace is mine. 3 Every trial draws Him nearer, Peace, peace is mine; All His strokes but make Him dearer, Peace, peace is mine. Bless I then the hand that smiteth Gently, and to heal delighteth; 'Tis against my sins He lighteth, Peace, peace is mine. 4 "Welcome every rising sunlight, Peace, peace is mine; Nearer home each rolling midnight, Peace, peace is mine. Death and hell cannot appal me; Safe in Christ whate'er befall me; Calmly A\ait I till lie call me, Peace, p< arc is mine. '.' T OOK unto me, and be ye saved,' 1 J ( ) hear the blest command, SaWatiOD lull ! salvation free! Proclaim through every land. Cho. — "Look unto me, and be ye saved, All the ends of the earth, 344 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 217 For I am God, there is none else. Look unto me, and be ye saved." 2 " Look unto me," upon the cross, O weary, burdened soul, 'Twas there on Me thy sins were laid, Believe and be made whole. 3 " Look unto me," thy risen Lord, In dark temptation's hour, The needful grace I'll freely give, To keep from Satan's power. 4 "Look unto me," and not within, No help is there for thee; For pardon, peace, and all thy need, Look only unto Me. AS I wandered 'round the homestead, Many a dear familiar spot Brought within my recollection Scenes I'd seemingly forgot; There, the orchard — meadow, yonder — Here, the deep, old-fashioned well, With its old, moss-covered bucket, Sent a thrill no tongue can tell. 2 Though the house was held by strangers, All remained the same within; Just as when a child I rambled Up and down, and out and in; To the garret dark ascending — Once a source of childish dread — Peering through the misty cobwebs, Lo! I saw my trundle bed. 3 Quick I drew it from the rubbish, Covered o'er with dust so long: When, behold, I heard in fancy Strains of one familiar song, Often sung by my dear mother To me in that trundle bed; "Hush, my dear, lie still and slumber! Holy angels guard thy bed! " 218 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to G Complete. 4 While I listen to the music Stealing on in gentle strain, I am carried back to childhood — I am now a child again: Tis the hour of my retiring, At the dusky eventide; Near my trundle bed I'm kneeling, As of yore, by mother's side. 5 Hands are on my head so loving, As they were in childhood's days; I, with weary tones, am trying To repeat the words she says; 'Tis a prayer in language simple As a mother's lips can frame: " Father, Thou who art in heaven, Hallowed, ever, be Thy name." C Prayer is over: to my pillow With a " good-night!" kiss I creep, Scarcely waking while I whisper, " Now I lay me down to sleep." Then my mother, o'er me bending, Prays in earnest words, but mild: " Hear my prayer, O heavenly Father, Bless, oh bless my precious child! " 7 Yet I am but only dreaming: Ne'er I'll be a child again; Many years lias that dear mother In the quiet churchyard lain; But the mem'ry of her counsels O'er my path a light has shed, Daily calling me to heaven, Even from my trundle bed. 345 ,TI, wonderful, wonderful Word of the Lord! o True wisdom its pages unfold; Ami though we may read them a thousand timeso'er. They never, no never, grow old! Each line hath a treasure, each promise a pearl, That all if they will may secure; And we know that when time and the world pass away, God's Word shall for ever endure. Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to G Complete. 219 Oh, wonderful, wonderful Word of the Lord! The lamp that our Father above So kindly has lighted to teach us the way That leads to the arms of His love! Its warnings, its counsels are faithful and just; Its judgments are perfect and pure; And we know that when time and the world pass away. God's Word shall for ever endure. Oh, wonderful, wonderful Word of the Lord! Our only salvation is there; It carries conviction down deep in the heart, And shows us ourselves as we are. It tells of a Saviour, and points to the cross, Where pardon we now may secure; For we know that when time and the world pass away, God's Word shall for ever endure. Oh, wonderful, wonderful Word of the Lord! The hope of our friends in the past; Its truth, where so firmly they anchored their trust, Through ages eternal shall last. Oh, wonderful, wonderful Word of the Lord! Unchanging, abiding and sure; For we know that when time and the world pass away, God's Word shall for ever endure. 346 THEEE is no name so sweet on earth, No name so sweet in heaven; The name, before His wondrous birth, To Christ the Saviour given. Ref.— We love to sing of Christ our King, And hail Him blessed Jesus! For there's no word ear ever heard So dear, so sweet, as "Jesus!" 2 And when He hung upon the tree, They wrote this name above Him That all might see the reason we For evermore must love Him. 3 So now, upon His Father's throne — Almighty to release us From sin and pain — He ever reigns, The Prince and Saviour, Jesus. 220 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to G Complete. 4 Jesus! by that matchless Name Thy grace shall fail us never, To-day as yesterday the same, Thou art the same for ever! 347 OUR life is like a stormy sea Swept by the gales of sin and grief, "While on the windward and the lee Hang heavy clouds of unbelief; But o'er the deep a call we hear, Like Harbor bell's inviting voice, It tells the lost that hope is near, And bids the trembling soul rejoice. Cho. — This way, this way, O heart oppressed, So long by storm and tempest driven; This way, this way, lo, here is rest, Kings out the Harbor bell of heaven. 2 O let us now the call obey, And steer our bark for yonder shore, "Where still that voice diverts the way, In pleading tones for evermore; A thousand life wrecks strew the sea; They're going down at every swell; "Come unto me," "Come unto me," Kings out th'assuring Harbor bell. 3 O tempted one, look up, be Btrong; The promise of the Lord is sure, That they shall Bine the victor's song, Who faithful to the end endure; Coil's Holy Spirit comes to thee, Of His abiding love to tell; To blissful port, o'er stormy sea, Calls heaven's inviting Harbor bell. 4 Come, gracious Lord, and in Thy love Conduct us o'er life's stormy wave; () guide us to the home above, The blissful home beyond the grave; There safe from rock, and storm, and flood, Our song of praise shall never cease, To Him who bought us with His blood, Ami brought us to the port of peace. 348 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 221 OH, to have no Christ, no Saviour! No Eock, no Refuge nigh! When the dark days 'round thee gather, When the storms sweep o'er the sky! Cho. — Oh, to have no hope in Jesus! No Friend, no light in Jesus! Oh, to have no hope in Jesus! How dark this world must be! 2 Oh, to have no Christ, no Saviour! How lonely life must be! Like a sailor, lost and driven, On a wide and shoreless sea. 3 Oh, to have no Christ, no Saviour! No hand to clasp thine own ! Through the dark, dark vale of shadows, Thou must press thy way alone. 4 Now, we pray thee, come to Jesus; His pard'ning love receive; For the Saviour now is calling, And He bids thee turn and live. Cho. — Come to Jesus, He will save you; He is the Friend of sinners; Then, when thou hast found the Saviour, How bright this world will be! 349 THERE is a land which lies afar, Where grief is all unknown; A land wherein the angels sing Around the heavenly throne. Ret. — O 'twill be sweet when we shall meet Upon that distant shore, Whereon the glorious sun ne'er sets, [|: But shines for evermore. :jj 2 We are but pilgrims on the earth, And brief our sojourn here; But well we know when hence we go, There is a brighter sphere. 222 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 3 There is a realm of boundless love, A goal for hearts distrest, Where all may find for endless years A home among the blest. 350 HE dies! He dies! the lowly Man of sorrows, On whom were laid our many griefs and woes; Our sins He bore, beneath God's awful billows, And He hath triumphed over all our foes. Cho. — " ||:I am he that liveth, that liveth and was dead; :|| And, behold, I am alive for evermore; Behold, I am alive for evermore; I am he that liveth, that liveth and was dead; And, behold, I am alive for evermore." 2 He lives! He lives! what glorious consolation 1 Exalted at His Father's own right hand, He pleads for \\s, and by His intercession. Enables all His saints by graee to stand. 3 He comes! He comes! O blest anticipation! In keeping with His true and faithful word: To call us to our heavenly consummation — Caught up, to be "forever with the Lord" 351 OH, weary pilgrim, lift your head: For joy cometh in the morning! For God in iiis own Word hath said That joy cometh in the morning! Cho. — 1|: Joy cometh in the morning! :|| \\ eeping may endure for a night; But joy cometh in the morning! 2 Yo trembling saints, dismiss your fears: For joy Cometh in the morning! Oli, weeping mourner, dry your tears: For joy cometh in the morning! 3 Let every burdened soul look ap: For joy Cometh in the morning! And every trembling sinner hop,': For joy cometh in the morning! 352 353 Gosrix Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 223 4 Our God shall wipe all tears away: For joy cometh in the morning! Sorrow and sighing flee away: For joy cometh in the morning! EEJOICE, rejoice, believer, j And let thy joy and glory ever be In Him, the Great Deliverer, Who gave Himself a sacrifice for thee. Cho* — Rejoice, believer, Rejoice and sing Of Him who lives forever, Thy great High Priest and King. 2 Rejoice in thy Redeemer, Thou hast a place that nothing can remove; He bids thee dwell in safety, And rest beneath the shadow of His love. 3 Rejoice, rejoice, believer, A home on high is waiting now for thee; And there, in all His beauty, The King of saints with wonder thou shalt see. 4 Rejoice, rejoice, believer, Press on to join the happy, happy throng; "Where soon thy Lord will call thee To realms of joy and everlasting song. "pOME unto me," It is the Saviour's voice, \J The Lord of life, who bids thy heart rejoice; O weary heart, with heavy cares oppressed, "Come unto me," and I will give you rest. Ref.— "Come unto me, come unto me, Come unto me, and I will give you rest, ||: I will give you rest." :|| 2 Weary with life's long struggle full of pain, O doubting soul, thy Saviour calls again; Thy doubts shall vanish and thy sorrows cease, ■" Come unto me," and I will give you peace. 22-1 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 3 Oh, (tying man, with guilt and sin dismayed, With conscience wakened, of thy God afraid; Twixt hopes and fears — oh, end the anxious strife, " Come unto me," and I will give you life. 4 Best, peace, and life, the flowers of deathless bloom, The Saviour gives us, not beyond the tomb — But here, and now, on earth, some glimpse is given Of joys which wait us through the gates of heaven.. 354 355 SAFE home, safe home in port! Rent cordage, shattered deck, Torn sails, provisions short, And only not a wreck: But, oh! the joy, upon the shore, To tell our voyage perils o'er. 2 The prize, the prize secure! The wrestler nearly fell; Bare all he could endure, And bare not always well: But he may smile at troubles gone Who sets the victor-garland on! 3 No more the foe can harm ! No more of leaguered cam}), And cry of night alarm, And need 01 ready lamp: — And yet how nearly had he failed — How mearly had that foe prevailed] 4 The exile is at home! Oh, nights and days of tears! Oh, longings not to roam! Oh, sins and doubts ami f.-ars! What matters now grief's darkest day, When God has wiped all tears away! ON Calvary's brow my Saviour died, 'Twas there my Lord was crucified: 'Twas on the cross He bled for me, And purchased there my pardon free. Gospsl Hymns Nbs. 1 to 6 Complete. 225 to. — Calvary! dark Calvary! Where Jesus shed His blood for me; O Calvary! blest Calvary! 'Twas there my Saviour died for me. 2 'Mid rending rocks and darkening skies, My Saviour bows his head and dies; The opening vail reveals the way To heaven's joys and endless day. 3 Jesus, Lord, how can it be, That Thou shouldst give Thy life for me, To bear the cross and agony, In that dread hour on Calvary ? 356 HOLD Thou my hand; so weak I am, and helpless, I dare not take one step without Thy aid; Hold Thou my hand; for then, O loving Saviour, No drbad of ill shall make my soul afraid. 2 Hold Thou my hand, and closer, closer draw me To Thy dear self — my hope, my joy, my all; Hold Thou my hand, lest haply I should wander, And, missing Thee, my trembling feet should fall. 3 Hold Thou my hand; the way is dark before me Without the sunlight of Thy face divine; But when by faith I catch its radiant glory, What heights of joy, what rapturous songs are minef 4 Hold Thou my hand, that when I reach the margin Of that lone river Thou didst cross for ine, A heavenly light may Hash along its waters, And every wave like crystal bright shall be. 357 "T>E ye strong in the Lord and the power of His might,"" J3 Firmly standing for the truth of His word; He shall lead you safely through the thickest of the fight, You shall conquer in the name of the Lord. Cho. — Firmly stand for the right, On to victory at the King's command; For the honor of the Lord, and the triumph of His wo"d, In the strength of the Lord firmly stand. 22G Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 2 " Be ye strong in the Lord and the power of His might," Never turning from the face of the foe; He will surely by you stand, as you battle for the right, In the power of His might onward go, 3 " Be ye strong in the Lord and the power of His might," For His promises shall never, never fail; [right, By thy right hand He'll hold thee while battling for the Trusting Him thou shalt for evermore prevail. 358 359 ON the Resurrection morning, Soul and body meet again, No more sorrow, no more weeping, No more pain. 2 Here awhile they must be parted, And the flesh its Sabbath keep, Waiting in a holy stillness, Wrapped in sleep. 3 For a space the tired body Waits in peace the morning's dawn, When there breaks the last and brightest Easter morn. 4 On that happy Easter morning All the graves their dead restore, Father, mother, sister, brother, Meet onco more. 6 Soul and body, reunited, Henceforth nothing shall divide, Waking up in Christ's own likeness, Satisfied. QONS of God, beloved in Jesus! O the wondrous word of grace; In His Son the Father Bees us, And as sons He gives us place. Cho. — " Beloved, now are we the sons of God, And it doth not yet appear what we shall be: But ||: we know that, when he shall appear, :|| |: We shall be like hini,:l| For we shall see him as he is." 360 361 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 227 2 Blessed hope now brightly beaming, On our God we soon shall gaze; And in light celestial gleaming, We shall see our Saviour's face. 3 By the power of grace transforming, We shall then His image bear; Christ His promised word performing, We shall then His glory share. THERE is a name I love to hear; I love to sing its worth: It sounds like music in mine ear — The sweetest Name on earth. 2 It tells me of a Saviour's love Who died to set me free; It tells me of His precious blood — The sinner's perfect plea. 3 It tells of One whose loving heart Can feel my smallest woe — Who in each sorrow bears a part That none can bear below. 4 It bids my trembling soul rejoice, And dries each rising tear; It tells me in a " still small voice," To trust, and not to fear. BLESSED be the Fountain of blood, To a world of sinners revealed; Blessed be the dear Son of God: Only by His stripes we are healed. Though I've wandered far from His fold, Bringing to my heart pain and woe, Wash me in the Blood of the Lamb, And I shall be whiter than snow. Cho. — ]|: Whiter than the snow, :|| Wash me in the Blood of the Lamb, And I shall be whiter than snow. 228 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 2 Thorny was the crown that He wore, And the cross His body o'ercame; Grievous were the sorrows He bore, But He suffered thus not in vain. May I to that Fountain be led, Made to cleanse my sins here below; "Wash me in the Blood that He shed, And I shall be whiter than snow. 8 Father, I have wandered from Thee, Often has my heart gone astray; Crimson do my sins seem to me — "Water can not wash them away. Jesus to that Fountain of Thine, Leaning on Thy promise I go: Cleanse me by Thy washing divine, And I shall be whiter than snow. 362 "VfOW the day is over, 1\ Night is drawing nigh, Shadows of the evening Steal across the sky. 2 Jesus, give the weary Calm and sweet repose; "With Thy tenderest blessing' May our eyelids close. 3 Through the long night-watches May Thine angels spread Their white wings above us, Watching round each bed. 4 "When the morning wakens, Then may I ariso Pure, and fresh, and sinless In Thy holy eyes. C Glory to the Father, Glory to the Son, And to Thee, blest Spirit, Whilst all ages run. Amen. Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 229 363 IN the secret of His presence how my soul delights to hide! Oh, how precious are the lessons which I learn at Jesus' side! Earthly cares can never vex me, neither trials lay me low, For when Satan comes to tempt me, to the secret place I go, to the secret place I go. 2 When my soul is faint and thirsty, 'neath the shadow of His wing There is cool and pleasant shelter, and a fresh and crys- tal spring; And my Saviour rests beside me, as we hold communion sweet: If I tried, I could not utter what He says when thus we meet, what He says when thus we meet. 3 Only this I know: I tell Him all my doubts, my grief and fears; Oh, how patiently He listens! and my drooping soul He cheers: Do you think He ne'er reproves me? what a false friend He would be, If He never, never told me of the sins which He must see, of the sins which He must see. 4 Would you like to know the sweetness of the secret of the Lord? Go and hide beneath His shadow: this shall then be your reward; And whene'er you leave the silence of that happy meeting place, You must mind and bear the image of the Master in your face, of the Master in your face. 364 " 'TWILL He come ! "—oh, let the words J_ Linger on the trembling chords, Let the " little while" between In their golden light be seen; Let us think how heaven and home Lie beyond that, "Till He come." 230 Gospel Hyitns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 2 When the weary ones we love Enter on their rest above, When their words of love and cheer Fall no longer on our ear, Hush! be every murmur dumb! It is only "Till Be come." 3 Clouds and darkness round us press: Would we have one sorrow less V All the sharpness of the cross, All that tells the world is loss Death, and darkness, and the tomb, Pain us only "Till lie come.'" 4 See, the feast of love is spread, Drink the wine and eat the bread: Sweet memorials, till the Lord Calls us round His heavenly board, Some from earth, from glory some. Severed only "Till lie come." 365 ONWARD, Christian soldiers* Marching as to war, With the cross of Jesus Going on before. Christ, the Royal Master, Leads against the foe; Forward into battle, Seo His banners go. Cho. — Onward, Christian soldiers, Marching as to war, With the cross of Jesus, Going on before. 2 Like a mighty army Moves the Church of God: Brothers, we arc treading Where the saints have trod; AW' are not di\ ided, All one body we — One in hope and doctrine, Ono in charity. 366 367 Gospel Hymns Xos. 1 to 6 Complete. 231 3 Crowns and thrones may perish, Kingdoms rise and wane; But the Church of Jesus Constant will remain: Gates of hell can never 'Gainst that Church prevail: We have Christ's own promise— And that cannot fail. 4 Onward, then, ye faithful, Join our happy throng, Blend with ours your voices, In the triumph-song: Glory, laud, and honor, Unto Christ the King: This through countless ages Men and angels sing. JESUS, Saviour, pilot me, Over life's tempestuous sea; Unknown waves before me roll, Hiding rock and treacherous shoal: Chart and compass come from Thee: Jesus, Saviour, pilot me. 2 As a mother stills her child, Thou canst hush the ocean wild; Boisterous waves obey Thy will When thou say'st to them "Be still! Wondrous Sovereign of the sea, Jesus, Saviour, pilot me. 3 When at last I near the shore, And the fearful breakers roar 'Twixt me and the peaceful rest, Then, while leaning on Thy breast, May I hear Thee say to me, " Fear not, I will pilot thee! " I'VE found a friend in Jesus,— He's everything to me; He's the fairest of ten thousand to my soul! The " Lily of the Valley," in Him alone I see, All I need to cleanse and make me fully whole: 232 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. In sorrow He's my comfort, in trouble He's my stay; He tells me every care on Him to roll; He's the "Lily of the Valley," the Bright and Morning He's the fairest of ten thousand to my soul ! [Star; Cho. — In sorrow He's my comfort, in trouble He's my stay; He tells me every care on Him to roll; He's the " Lily of the Valley," the Bright and Morn- ing Star; He's the fairest of ten thousand to my soul ! 2 He all my grief has taken, and all my sorrows borne; In temptation He's my strong and mighty tower; I've all for Him forsaken, I've all my idols torn From my heart, and now He keeps me by His power. Though all the world forsake me, and Satan tempts me sore, Through Jesus I shall safely reach the goal; He's the " Lily of the Valley," the Bright and Morning Star; •He's the fairest of ten thousand to my soul ! 3 He'll never, never leave me, nor yet forsake mo here, While I live by faith, and do His blessed will; A wall of lire about me, I've nothing now to fear: With His manna He my hungry soul shall fill. When crowned at last in glory, I'll see His blessed face, Where rivers of delight shall ever roll; He's the "Lily of the Valley," the Bright and Morning Star; Ho's the fairest of ten thousand to my soul ! 368 JESUS, the very thought of Thee, With sweetness tills my breast; But sweeter far Thy face to see, And in Thy presence rest, 2 Nor voico can sing, nor heart can frame. Nor can the memory find A sweeter sound than Thy blest name, O Saviour of mankind! 3 Oh, hope of every contrite heart! Oh, joy of all the meek! Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 233 To those who fall, how kind Thou art! How good to those who seek. 4 And those who find Thee, find a bliss Nor tongue nor pen can show; The love of Jesus, what it is None but His loved ones know. 5 Jesus! our only joy be Thou, As Thou our prize wilt be: Jesus! be Thou our glory now, And through eternity. 369 LIKE wandering sheep o'er mountains cold, Since all have gone astray; To "Life" and peace within the fold, How may I find the way ? Gho. — [ J:" I am the way, the truth, and the life: No man cometh unto the Father, but by me. 2 Bewildered oft with doubt and care, To God I fain would go; While many cry "Lo here! lo there! " The Truth how may I know ? 3 To Christ the Way, the Truth, the Life, I come, no more to roam; He'll guide me to my "Father's house," To my Eternal home. 370 HAVE faith in God; what can there be For Him too hard to do for thee? He gave His Son; now all is free; Have faith, have faith in God. 2 Have faith thy pardon to believe, Let God's own word thy fears relieve; Have faith the Spirit to receive; Have faith, have faith in God. S Have faith in God, and Trust His might That He will conquer as you fight, And give the triumph to the right; Have faith, have faith in God. 234 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 4 Have faith in God; press near His side; Thy troubled soul trust Him to guide; In life, in death, whate'er betide, Have faith, have faith in God. 37* 172 w "E shall reach the summer-land, Some sweet day, by and by; "We shall press the golden strand, Some sweet day, by and by; Oh, the loved ones watching there, By the tree of life so fair, Till we come their joy to share, Some sweet day, by and by. Iter.— By and by, some sweet day, We shall meet our loved ones gone. Some sweet day, by and by. 2 At the crystal river's brink, Some sweet day, by and by; We shall find each broken link, Some sweet day, by and by; Then the star that, fading here, Left our hearts and homes so drear, We shall see more bright and clear, Some sweet day, by and by. 3 Oh, these parting scenes will end, Some sweet day, by and by; We shall gather friend with friend, Some sweet day, by and by; There before our Fathers throne, When the mists and clouds have llown, We shall know as we are known, Some Sweet day, by and by. MY Jesus, as Thou wilt; Oh, may Thy will be mine; Into Thy hand ol' love I would my all resign: Through sorrow or through joy, Coniluet me as Thine own, Ami help me still to say, My Lord, Thy will be done. Gospel Hymns Xos. 1 to 6 Complete. 2^5 2 My Jesus, as Thou -wilt; Though seen through many a tear, Let not my star of hope Grow dim or disappear: Since Thou on earth hast wept, And sorrowed oft alone, If I must weep with Thee, My Lord, Thy will be done. 3 My Jesus, as Thou wilt; All shall be well for me; Each changing future scene I gladly trust with Thee: Straight to my home above I travel calmly on, And sing, in life or death, — My Lord, Thy will be done. 373 OH, what will you do with Jesus ? The call comes low and sweet; As tenderly He bids you Your burdens lay at His feet; Oh soul, so sad and weary, That sweet voice speaks to thee; Then what will you do with Jesus ? Oh, what shall the answer be? Kef.— ||: What shall the answer be ? :|| What will you do with Jesus? Oh, what shall the answer be? 2 Oh, what will ycu do with Jesus ? The call comes loud and clear; The solemn words are sounding In every listening ear; Immortal life's in the question, And joy through eternity: Then what will you do with Jesus ? Oh, what shall the answer be? 3 Oh, think of the King of Glory— From heaven to earth come down, His life so pure and holy; His death, His cross, His crown; 236 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. Of His divine compassion, His sacrifice for thee: Then what will you do with Jesus ? Oh, what shall the answer be ? 374 375 LABORERS of Christ, arise, And gird you for the toil; The dew of promise from the skies Already cheers the soil. 2 Go where the sick recline, Where mourning hearts deplore; And where the sons of sorrow pine, Dispense your hallowed lore. 3 Be faith, which looks above, With prayer, your constant guest; And wrap the Saviour's changeless love A mantle round your breast. 4 So shall you sharo the wealth That earth may ne'er despoil, And the blest gospel's saving health Repay your arduous toil. GOD calling yet! shall I not hear? Earth's pleasures shall I still hold dear? Shall life's swift passing years all fly, And still my soul in slumber lie ? Cno. — 1|: Calling, oh, hear Him,:|| God is calling yet, oh, hear Him calling, calling, ||: Calling, oh, hear Him,:|| God is calling yet, oh, hear Hini calling yet. 2 God calling yet! shall I not rise ? Can I His loving voice despise, And basely His kind care repay? He calls mo still; can I delay ? 3 God calling yet! and shall Ho knock, And I my heart the closer lock ? He still is waiting to receive, And shall 1 dare His Spirit grieve? 376 Gospel Hymns Xos. 1 to 6 Complete. 237 4 God calling yet! and shall I give No heed, but still in bondage live? I wait, but He does not forsake; He calls me still ;< my heart, awake! 5 God calling yet! I cannot stay; My heart I yield without delay: Tain world, farewell, from thee I part; The voice of God has reached my heart. OH cease, my wandering soul, On restless wing to roam; All this wide world, to either pole, Hath not for thee a home. 2 Behold the ark of God! Behold the open door! Oh, haste to gain that dear abode, And rove, my soul, no more. 3 There safe thou shalt abide, There sweet shall be thy rest; And every longing satisfied, "With full salvation blest. 4 Ah, yes! I all forsake, My all to Thee resign; Gracious Kedeemer, take, oh take And seal me ever Thine! 377 GOD loved a world of sinners, For them He gave His Son; And whosoe'er receives Him, He saves them, every one; He came to bring salvation, To bear our sins away, That we with Him in glory Might live through endless day. Cho. — 1|: " How shall we escape if we neglect so great salvation? :l| Neglect so great salvation ? " 238 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 2 Behold the bleeding Saviour Upon the cruel tree, — The Just, condemned, forsaken — He dies for vou and me; The "Son of God" beloved, For us a curse was made; That we might have redemption, The awful price He paid. 3 God loves the vilest sinner, But hates the smallest sin; Then who shall see His Kingdom ? Or who can enter in ? 'The precious blood of Jesus' — Let every creature know — Can make the " chief of sinners " Full whiter than the snow. 4 Return to God, O wanderer, Thy purchased pardon take; Thy sins He'll not remember, For thy Redeemer's sake; He'll cast them all behind Him, Or 'neath the deepest sea, And love us ever freely Throughout Eternity. 378 C^OME to Jesus! come away! J Forsake thy sins — Oh, why delay? His arms are open night and day; He waits to welcomo thee! 2 Come to Jesus! all is free; Hark! how He calls, " Come unto Me! 1 cast out none, I'll pardon thee," Oli, thou shalt welcome be! \\ Come to Jesus! cling to Him; He'll keep thee far from paths of sin; Thou shalt at last a victory win, And He will welcome thee! 4 Come to Jesus! — Lord, I come! Weary of sin, no more I'd roam, Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 230 But with my Saviour be at home; I know He'll welcome me! 379 VT the feast of Belshazzar and a thousand of His lords. While they drank from golden vessels, as the Book of Truth records — In the night, as they revelled in the royal palace hall, They were seized with consternation, — 'twas the Hand upon the wall ! Cho.— ||: 'Tis the hand of God on the wall ! :jj, Shall the record be? — "Found wanting!" Or shall it be? — " Found trusting!" While that hand is writing on the wall ? 2 See the brave captive, Daniel, as he stood before the throng, And rebuked the haughty monarch for his mighty deeds of wrong; As he read out the writing— 'twas the doom of one and all, For the kingdom now was finished — said the Hand upon the wall ! 3 See the faith, zeal, and courage, that would dare to do the right, Which the Spirit gave to Daniel — 'twas the secret of his might, In his home in Judea, or a captive in the hall, He understood the writing of his God upon the wall ! 4 So our deeds are recorded — there's a Hand that's writing now; Sinner, give your heart to Jesus, to His royal mandates bow; For the day is approaching — it must come to one and all, When the sinners' condemnation will be written on the wall! 380 JEKUSALEM! my happy home! Name ever dear to me! When shall my labors have an end, In joy, and peace, in thee! 240 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 2 Oh, when, thou city of my God, Shall I thy courts ascend, Where congregations ne'er break up, And Sabbaths have no end ? 3 Jerusalem! my happy home! My soul still pants for thee; Then shall my labors have an end, When I thy joy shall see. 381 THERE'S a royal banner given for display To the soldiers of the King; As an ensign fair we lift it up to-day, While as ransomed ones we sing, Cho. — Marching on! Marching on! For Christ count everything but loss; And to crown Him King, we'll toil and sing, 'Neath the banner of the cross 2 Though the foe may rage and gather as the flood, Let the standard be displayed; And beneath its folds, as soldiers of the Lord, For the truth be not dismayed! 3 Over land and sea, wherever man may dwell, Make the glorious tidings known; Of the crimson banner now the story tell, While tho Lord shall claim His own! 4 When the glory dawns — 'tis drawing very near — It is hastening day by day — Then before our King the foe shall disappear, And the Cross the world shall sway, 382 I WAS once far away from the Saviour, And as vile as a sinner could be; And 1 wondered if Christ the Redeemer Could save a poor sinner like me. 2 I Avandered on in the darkness, Not a ray of light could 1 set 1 ; And the thought filled my heart with sadness, There's no hope for a sinner like me. Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 241 3 And then, in that dark lonely hour, A voice sweetly whispered to me, Saying, Christ the Redeemer has power To save a poor sinner like thee. 4 I listened: and lo! 'twas the Saviour That was speaking so kindly to me; I cried, •' I'm the chief of sinners, Thou canst save a poor sinner like me!" 5 I then fully trusted in Jesus; And oh, what a joy came to me! My heart was filled with His praises, For saving a sinner like me. 6 No longer in darkness I'm walking, For the light is now shining on me; And now unto others I'm telling How He saved a poor sinner like me. 7 And when life's journey is over, And I the dear Saviour shall see, 111 praise Him for ever and ever, For saving a sinner like me. 383 THERE is a calm beyond life's fitful fever, A deep repose, an everlasting rest; "Where white-robed angels welcome the believer Among the blest, among the blest: There is a Home, where all the soul's deep yearnings, And silent prayers shall be at last fulfilled; Where strife and sorrow, murm'rings and heart-burnings, At last are stilled, at last are stilled. 2 There is a Hope, to which the Christian clinging, Is lifted high above life's surging wave; Finds life in death, and fadeless flowers springing From the dark grave, from the dark grave: There is a Crown prepared for those who love Him, The Christian sees it in the distance shine, Like a bright beacon glittering above him, And whispers, "Mine!" and whispers, "Mine!" 242 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 3 There is a spotless robe of Christ's own weaving; Will yoti not wrap it round your sin-stained soul ? Poor wandering child, upon thy past life grieving, Christ makes thee whole! Christ makes thee whole! There is a Home, a Harp, a Crown in Heaven; — Alas! that any should Thy gift refuse! — The awful choice of life and death is given — Which wilt thou choose ? which wilt thou choose ? 384 THEliE is a stream, whoso gentle now Supplies the city of our God; Life, love, and joy, still gliding through, And watering our divine abode. 2 That sacred stream, Thy holy Word, Supports our faith, our fears controls; Sweet peace Thy promises afford, And give new strength to fainting souls. 3 Loud may the troubled ocean roar; In sacred peace our souls abide; While every nation, every shore, Trembles, and dreads the swelling tide. 385 A GUILTY soul, by Pharisees of old, Was brought accused, alone, But Jesus said, " Let him without a sin, Be first to cast a stone." Cho. — "There is none righteous, no, not one: All, all have sinned, There is none righteous, for all have Binned, And come short of the glory, the glory of God, ||: Come short of the glory, :|| of the glory of God." 2 A learned Master, Iluler of the Jews, God's kingdom could not gain, With all the lore and culture of the age, Ho " must be bom again." 3 " Good Master," pray, can aught be lacking yet? Thy laws I do obey; "Go sell and give, then come and follow me," But sad he turned away. Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 243 38G JESUS bids us shine with a clear, pure light, Like a little candle burning in the night; In the world is darkness; so we must shine, You in your corner and I in mine. 2 Jesus bids us shine first of all for Him, "Well He sees and knows it if our light is dim; He looks down from heaven, He sees us shine, You in your corner and I in mine. 3 Jesus bids us shine then for all around, Many kinds of darkness in the world are found; Sin and want and sorrow; so we must shine, You in your corner and I in mine. 387 WHOEVER receiveth the Crucified One, Whoever believeth on God's only Son, A free and a perfect salvation shall have: For He is abundantly able to save. Cho. — My brother, the Master is calling for thee; His grace and His mercy are wondrously free; His blood as a ransom for sinners He gave, And He is abundantly able to save. 2 Whoever receiveth the message of God, And trusts in the power of the soul-cleansingblood, A full and eternal redemption shall have: For He is both able and willing to save. 3 Whoever repents and forsakes every sin, And opens his heart for the Lord to come in, A present and perfect salvation shall have: For Jesus is ready this moment to save. 388 COME, come to Jesus! He waits to welcome thee, O wanderer! eagerly Come, come to Jesus! 2 Come, come to Jesus! He waits to ransom thee, O slave! so willingly; Come, come to JesusK 24-4 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 3 Come, come to Jesus! He waits to lighten thee, O burdened ! trustingly Come, come to Jesus! 4 Come, come to Jesus! He waits to give to thee, O blind! a vision free; Come, come to Jesus! 5 Come, come to Jesus! He waits to shelter thee, O weary! blessedly Come, come to Jesus! 6 Come, come to Jesus! He waits to carry thee, O lamb! so lovingly Come, come to Jesus! 389 SITTING by the gateway of a palace fair, Once a child of God was left to die; By the world neglected, wealth would nothing share; See the change awaiting there on high. Oho. — Carried by the angels to the land of rest Music sweetly sounding through the skies; Welcomed by the Saviour to the heavenly feast, Gathered with the loved in Paradise. 2 What shall be the ending of this life of care ? Oft the question cometh to us all; Here upon the pathway hard the burdens bear, And the burning tears of sorrow fall. 3 Follower of Jesus, scanty though thy store, Treasures, precious treasure's wait on high; Count the trials joyful, soon they'll all he o'er; O the change that's coming bye and bye. 4 Upward, then, and onward! onward for the Lord; Time and talent all in His employ; Small may seem the service, sure tin- great reward; Here the cross, but there the crown of joy. Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 245 390 O CHRISTIAN traveler, fear no more The storms which round thee spread; Nor yet the noontide's sultry beams On thy defenceless head. Cho. — |f: "Fear thou not, for I am with thee: Be not dismayed, for I am thy God." ^] 2 Thy Saviour, who upon the cross Thy full redemption paid, Will not from thee, His ransomed one, Withhold His promised aid. 3 A safe retreat and hiding-place Thy Saviour will provide; And sorrow cannot fill thy heart, While sheltered at His side. 4 No; in thy darkest days on earth, When every joy seems flown, Believer, thou shalt never tread The toilsome way alone. 391 HAVE our hearts grown cold since the day of old? Have we left our souls' "first love?" Neither cold nor hot. God commends us not, Nor our lukewarm ways approve. Cho. — Repent ye, repent ye, repent ye! 'Tis the call of God to every land; Repent ye, repent ye, repent ye! For the kingdom of heaven is at hand. 2 Has the God above our supreme true love? Have we bowed to Him alway? Do we own His claim and revere His name, And observe His holy day ? 3 Do we honor those who have soothed our woes? Have we rendered good for ill ? Are we pure in heart, doing all our part To fulfil the Saviour's will? 246 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 4 Are we always true in the thing we do, In our words, our works, our ways ? Are we quite content with the blessings sent. Giving God alone the praise? 5 Dare a mortal say — for a single day — " I have kept Thy law, O God! Undenled by sin, I am pure within, And I need no cleansing blood? 392 CLING to the Bible, though all else be taken; Lose not its promises precious and sure; Souls that are sleeping its echoes awaken, Drink from the fountain, so peaceful, so pure. Cho.— |[: Cling to the Bible! :|| Cling to the Bible, Our Laruj) and Guide. 2 Cling to the Bible, this jewel, this treasure Brings to us honor and saves fallen man; Pearl whose; great value no mortal can measure, Seek and secure it, O soul, while you can. 3 Lamp for the feet that in by-ways have wandered, Guide for the youth that would otherwise fall; Hope for the. sinner whose best days are squandered, Staff for the aged, and best book of all. 393 HABK! hark, my soul ! Angelic songs are swelling O'er earth's green fields, and ocean's wave-beat shore: How sweet the truth thoso blessed strains are telling Of that new life when sin shall bo no more. •Cho. — Angels, sing on! your faithful watches keeping; Sing us sweet fragments of tho songs above, Till morning's joy shall end the night of weeping, And life's long'shadows break in cloudless love. 2 Far, far away, like bells at evening pealing, The voice of Jesus sounds o'er land and sea, And laden souls, by thousands meekly stealing, Kind Shepherd, turn their weary steps to Thee. Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 247 3 Onward we go, for still we hear them singing, " Come, weary souls, for Jesus bids you come;" And through the dark, its echoes sweetly ringing, The music of the Gospel leads us home. 394 GUIDE me, O Thou great Jehovah, Pilgrim through this barren land; lam weak, but Thou art mighty; Hold me with Thy powerful hand: Bread of heaven, Bread of heaven, Feed me till I want no more. 2 Open now the crystal fountain, Whence the healing waters flow; Let the fiery, cloudy pillar Lead me all my journey through: Strong Deliverer, Strong Deliverer, Be Thou still my strength and shield. 3 When I tread the verge of Jordan, Bid my anxious fears subside; Bear me through the swelling current, Land me safe on Canaan's side: Songs of praises, Songs of praises I will ever give to Thee. 395 WE bow our knees unto the Father Of Christ the Lord of earth and heaven, That riches of His grace and glory And power for service may be given. Cho. — We are waiting for the promise of the Father — For the Holy Spirit's power; O our Father, for Thy Spirit we are waiting, evert now, this very hour. ||: We are waiting for His coming,: | For the Holy Spirit's power; O our Father, for Thy Spirit we are waiting, even now, this very hour. 2 O fill the inward man with power, As Christ within our hearts doth dwell; Our root in Him, though storms may lower, Yictorious love we still shall tell. 218 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 3 The love that passeth knowledge give us, Its height and depth and breadth and length: Abundantly beyond our asking, Beyond our thought give us Thy strength. 4 Thy power it is that worketh in us, O multiply it here to-day, And Christ, our Lord, shall have the glory Within His church through endless day. 396 397 COME, praise the Lord, exalt His name, Our Saviour and our King; "lis meet we should His praise proclaim, And hallelujah sing. 2 How great, how precious is His name, How poor the praise we bring; His people still should own His claim, And hallelujah sing. 3 A day will come, its dawn we greet, When heaven itself shall ring, And all the saints with joy shall meet, And hallelujah sing. SOMETIMES I catch sweet glimpses of His face, But that is all; Sometimes He looks on me and seems to smile, But that is all; Sometimes He speaks a passing word of peac6, But that is all; Sometimes I think I hear His loving voice Upon me call. 2 And is this all He meant when first He said, " Come unto me?" Is there no deeper, more enduring rest In Him tor thee ? Is there no steadier light for thee in Him? O oome and see; Is there no deeper, more enduring rest In Him for thee? 398 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 249 3 Nay, do not wrong Him by thy heavy thoughts, But trust His love; Do thou full justice to His tenderness, His mercy prove; Take Him for what He is, O take Him all, And look above; And do not wrong Him by thy heavy thoughts, But trust His love. 4 Christ and His love shall be thy blessed all For evermore; Christ and His light shall shine on all thy ways For evermore; Christ and His peace shall keep thy troubled soul For evermore; Christ and His love shall be thy blessed all For evermore. CHEISTIAN, walk carefully, danger is near; On in thy journey with trembling and fear, Snares from without and temptations within, Seek to entice thee once more into sin. Cho. — 1[: Christian, walk carefully, :\\ Christian, walk carefully, danger is near. 2 Christian, walk cheerfully through the fierce storm, Dark though the sky with its threats of alarm: Soon will the clouds and the tempest be o'er, Then with thy Saviour thou'lt rest ever more. Cho. — ]|: Christian, walk cheerfully, :| | Christian, walk cheerfully, through the fierce storm. 3 Christian, walk prayerfully, oft wilt thou fall, If thou forget on thy Saviour to call; Safe thou shalt walk through each trial and care, If thou art clad in the armor of prayer. Cho. — 1|: Christian, walk prayerfully, :| | Christian, walk prayerfully, fear lest thou fall. 250 Gospel Hi~uns Nos. 1 to G Complete. 4 Christian, walk hopefully, sorrow and pain Cease when the haven of rest thou shalt gain; Then from the lips of the Judge, thy reward: " Enter thou into the joy of thy Lord." Cho. — 1|: Christian, walk hopefidh/,:\\ Christian, walk hopefully, rest thou shalt gain- 399 400 HE holds the key of all unknown, And I am glad; If other hands should hold the key, Or, if He trusted it to me, I might be sad, I might be sad. 2 What if to-morrow's cares were here Without its rest ? I'd rather He unlocked the day, And, as the hours swing open, say, " My will is best," " My will is best." 3 The very dimness of my sight Makes me secure; For, groping in my misty way, I feel His hand; I hear Him say, "My help is sure," " My help is sure.' 4 I cannot read His future plans, But this I know: I have the smiling of His face, And all the refuge of His grace, While here below, While here below. 5 Enough: this covers all my wants, And so I rest; For what I cannot, He can see, And in His care I safe shall be,— Forever blest, Forever blest. THE cross it standeth fast, Hallelujah! hallelujah! Defying every blast, Hallelujah! hallelujah' Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 251 The winds of hell have blown, The world its hate hath shown, Yet it is not overthrown, Hallelujah for the cross! Cho.— ||: Hallelujah, hallelujah, hallelujah for the cross, Hallelujah, hallelujah, it shall never suffer loss. :|] 2 It is the old cross still, Hallelujah! hallelujah! Its triumph let us tell, Hallelujah! hallelujah! The grace of God here shone, Through Christ the blessed Son, Who did for sin atone, Hallelujah for the cross! 3 'Twas here the debt was paid, Hallelujah! hallelujah! Our sins on Jesus laid, Hallelujah! hallelujah! So round the cross we sing, Of Christ our offering, Of Christ our living King, Hallelujah for the cross! 401 YOTJ'BE starting, my boy, on life's journey, Along the grand highway of life; You'll meet with a thousand temptations — Each city with evil is rife. This world is a stage of excitement, There's danger wherever you go; But if you are tempted in weakness, Have courage, my boy, to say No! Cho. — 1|: Have courage, my boy, to say No! :|j ||: Have courage, my boy, :|| Have courage, my boy, to say No! 2 In courage, my boy, lies your safety, "When you the long journey begin; Your trust in a heavenly Father Will keep you unspotted from sin. 252 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. Temptations will go on increasing, As streams from a rivulet flow; But if you'd be true to your manhood, Have courage, my boy, to say No! 3 Be careful in choosing companions, Seek only the brave and the true; And stand by your friends when in trial, Ne'er changing the old for the new; And when by false friends you are tempted The taste of the wine cup to know, With firmness, with patience and kindness, Have courage, my boy, to say No! 402 403 CHOOSE I must, and soon must choose Holiness, or heaven lose; While what heaven loves, I hate, Shut for me is heaven's gate. 2 Endless sin means endless woe; Into endless sin I go If my soul, from reason rent, Takes from sin its final bent. 3 As the stream its channel grooves, And within that channel moves, So doth habit's deepest tide Groove its bed, and there abide. 4 Light obeyed increaseth light, Light resisted bringeth night; W T ho shall give me will to choose, If the love of light I lose ? 5 Speed, my soul; this instant yield; Let the Light its sceptre wield: While thy God prolongeth grace, Haste thee toward His holy face! SOME day we say, and turn our eyes Tow'rd the fair hills of Paradise: Some day, some time, a sweet new rest Shall blossom, flower-like, in each breast; Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 253 t : Some day, some time, our eyes shall see he faces kept in memory; :|| Some day their hands shall clasp our hand, ||: Just over in the morning land; :|| Some day their hands shall clasp our hand, Just over in the morning land; O morning land! O morning land! 2 Some day our ears shall hear the song Of triumph over sin and wrong; Some day, some time, but oh! not yet; But we will wait and not forget, || ; That some day all these things shall be, And rest be given to you and me; :|| So wait, my friends, though years move slow, ||! That happy time will come, we know; :|| So wait, my friends, though years move slow, That happy time will come, we know, O morning land! O morning land! 404 COME to the Saviour, hear His loving voice. Never will you find a Friend so true; Now He is waiting, trust Him and rejoice, Tenderly He calleth you. Cho. — 0, what a Saviour standing at the door, Haste while He lingers, pardon now implore; Still He is waiting, grieve His love no more, Tenderly He calleth you. 3 Blest words of comfort, gently now they fall, Jesus is the Life, the Truth, the Way; Come to the fountain, there is room for all, Jesus bids you come to-day. 3 Softly the Spirit whispers in the heart, Do not slight the Saviour's offered grace; Gladly receive Him, let Him not depart, Happy they who seek His face. 4 Light in the darkness, joy in any pain, Refuge for the weary and oppressed; Still He is waiting, calling yet again, Come, and He will give you rest. 254 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 405 406 O GOLDEN day, O day of God, When sinless souls the garden trod! In bliss supreme, 'neath sunny skies, In Eden fair, in Paradise. Cho. — O Paradise, sweet Paradise, From scenes of earth wo long to rise; O Paradise, bright Paradise, Where Jesus reigns beyond the .skies. 2 The fatal fall, the sin, the shame, The death, the doom, the sword aflame, The curse, the crime beyond disguise, The earth no more is Paradise. 3 The beaded brow, the silvered hair, The aching heart, the vacant chair, The grassy graves, the broken ties, Are not the scenes of Paradise. 4 To Christ the Lord upon the tree, A sinner cries: — " Remember me' " " To-day shalt thou," the Lord replies, " Be with mo there in Paradise." 5 O golden day when Christ descends, The curso removes and sorrow ends; All glory-clad, the ransomed rise To reign with Him in Paradise. I WILL sing tho wondrous story Of tho Christ who died for me; How Ho left His home in glory, For tho cross on Calvary. Cno. — Yes, I'll sing tho wondrous story Of the Christ who died for me; Sing it with the saints in glory, Gathered by the crystal s< \a, 2 I was lost, but Jesus found me, Found the sheep that went astray; Threw His loving arms around me, Drew me back into His way. 407 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to G Complete. 255 3 I was bruised, but Jesus healed me, Faint was I from many a fall, Sight was gone, and fears possessed me, But He freed me from them all. 4 Days of darkness still come o'er me, Sorrow's paths I often tread, But the Saviour still is with me, By His hand I'm safely led. 5 He will keep me till the river Bolls its waters at my feet; Then He'll bear me safely over, Where the loved ones I shall meet. A "WAKE, my soul, to joyful lays, And sing thy great Kedeemer's praise He justly claims a song from me, His loving-kindness, oh, how free! Loving-kindness, loving-kindness, His loving-kindness, oh, how free! 2 He saw me ruined by the fall, Yet loved me notwithstanding all; He saved me from my lost estate, His loving-kindness, oh, how great! Loving kindness, loving-kindness, His loving-kindness, oh, how great! 3 Though numerous hosts of mighty foes. Though earth and hell my way oppose. He safely leads my soul along, His loving-kindness, oh, how strong! Loving-kindness, loving-kindness, His loving-kindness, oh, how strong! 4 When trouble, like a gloomy cloud, Has gathered thick, and thundered loud, He near my soul has always stood, His loving-kindness, oh, how good! Loving-kindness, loving-kindness, His loving-kindness, oh, how good! 256 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 408 WELL, wife, I've found the model church, And worshipped there to-day; It made me think of good old times, Before my hair was gray; The meeting house was finer built Than they were years ago; But then I found when I went in, It was not built for show. 2 The sexton did not set me down, Away back by the door; He knew that I was old and deaf, And saw that I was poor; He must have been a Christian man — He led me boldly through The crowded aisle of that grand church, To find a pleasant pew. 3 I wish you'd heard the singing, wife, It had the old-time ring; The preacher said with trumpet voice. Let all the people sing: 44 Old Coronation," was the tune; The music upward rolled, Until I thought the angel-choir Struck all their harps of gold. 4 My deafness seemed to melt away, My spirit caught the fire; I joined my feeble, trembling voice With that melodious choir; And sang, as in my youthful days, •'Let angels prostrate fall; ||: Bring forth the royal diadem, And crown Him Lord of all." :|| 6 I tell you, wife, it did me good To sing that hymn onco more; I felt like some wrecked mariner "Who gets a glimpse of shore; I almost want to lay aside This weather-beaten form, And anchor in the blessed port, Forever from the storm. 409 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to G Complete. 257 6 Twas not a flowery sermon, -wife. But simple gospel truth; It fitted humble men like me; It suited hor^eful youth; To win immortal souls to Christ, The- earnest preacher tried; He talked not of himself, or creed, But Jesus crucified. 7 Dear wife, the toil will soon be o'er, The victory soon be won; The shining land is just ahead, Our race is nearly run: We're nearing Canaan's happy shore, Our home so bright and fair; Thank God, we'll never sin a^ain; : " There'll be no sorrow there, :| In heaven above, where all is love, There'll be no sorrow there." THE Spirit and the bride say, "Come! And take the water of life!" blessed call ! Good news to all Who tire of sin and strife. Cho* — 1|: The Spirit says, " Come! " The bride says, " Come! ' And take of the water of life freely. :|J 2 Let every one who hears, say " Come!" And joyful witness give; 1 heard the sound, The stream I found, I drank, and now I live! 3 Ye souls who are athirst, forsake Your broken cisterns first; Then come, partake, One draught will slake Your soul's consuming thirst. 4 Yea, whosoever will may come, Your longings Christ can fill; The stream is free To you and me, And whosoever will. 258 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 410 411 WHILE Jesus whispers to you, Come, sinner, come! While we are praying for you, Come, sinner, come! Now is the time to own Him, Come, sinner, come! Now is the time to know Him, Come, sinner, come! Are you too heavy laden ? Come, sinner, come! Jesus will bear your burden. Come, sinner, come! Jesus will not deceive you. Come, sinner, come! Jesus will now receive you, Come, sinner, come! Oh, hear His tender pleading, Come, sinner, come! Come and receive the blessing, Come, sinner, come! While Jesus whispers to you, Come, sinner, come! While we are praying for you, Come, sinner, come! WHEN the mists have rolled in splendor From the beauty of the hills, And the sunlight falls in gladness On the river and the rills. We recall our Father's promise In the rainbow of the spray: We shall know each other better When the mists have rolled away. Cno. — We shall know as we are known, Never more to walk alone, In the dawning of the morning Of that bright and happy day: We shall know each other better When the mists have rolled away. Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 259 2 Oft we tread the path before us With a weary-burdened heart; Oft we toil amid the shadows, And our fields are far apart: But the Saviour's " Come, ye blessed," All our labor will repay, When we gather in the morning Where the mists have rolled away. 3 We shall come with joy and gladness, We shall gather round the throne; Face to face with those that love us, We shall know as we are known : And the song of our redemption, Shall resound through endless day, When the shadows have departed, And the mists have rolled away. 412 AYIOUK, again to Thy dear name we raise With one accord our parting hymn of praise; Once more we bless Thee ere our worship cease, Then, lowly kneeling, wait Thy word of peace. S J 2 Grant us Thy peace upon our homeward way; With Thee begun, with Thee shall end the day; Guard Thou the lips from sin, the hearts from shamet That in this house have called upon Thy name. 3 Grant us Thy peace, Lord, through the coming night, Turn Thou for us its darkness into light; From harm and danger keep Thy children free, For dark and light are both alike to Thee. 4 Grant us Thy peace throughout our earthly life, Our balm in sorrow, and our stay in strife; Then, when Thy voice shall bid our conflict cease, Call us, Lord, to Thine eternal peace. 413 CHRIST has for sin atonement made, What a wonderful Saviour! We are redeemed! the price is paid! What a wonderful Saviour! 260 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. Cho. — "What a wonderful Saviour is Jesus, my Jesus! What a wonderful Saviour is Jesus, my Lord! 2 I praise Him for the cleansing blood, What a wonderful Saviour! That reconciled my soul to God; What a wonderful Saviour! 3 He cleansed my heart from all its sin, What a wonderful Saviour! And now He reigns and rules therein; What a wonderful Saviour! 4 He walks beside me in the way, What a wonderful Saviour! And keeps me faithful day by day; What a wonderful Saviour! 6 He gives me overcoming power, What a wonderful Saviour! And triumph in each trying hour; What a wonderful Saviour! 6 To Him I've given all my heart, What a wonderful Saviour! The world shall never share a part; What a wonderful Saviour! 414 A MIGHTY fortress is our God, A bulwark never failing; Our Helper He, amid the flood Of mortal ills prevailing. For still our ancient foo Doth seek to work his woe: His craft and power are great, And armed with cruel hate — On earth is not his equal. 2 Did wo in our own strength confide, Our striving would be losing; Were not the right man on our side, The man of God's own choosing. Doth ask who that may be? Christ Jesus, it is He! Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to G Complete. 261 Lord Sabaoth is His name, From age to age the same; And He must win the battle. 3 And though this world, with devils filled, Should threaten to undo us; We will not fear, for God hath willed, His truth to triumph through us. Let goods and kindred go, This mortal life also; The body they may kill; God's truth abideth still, His kingdom is forever. 415 BENEATH the glorious throne above, The crystal fountain springing, A river full of life and love, Is joy and gladness bringing. Cho. — glorious fountain, now flowing so free, O fountain of cleansing, opened wide to me. 2 Through all my soul its waters flow, Through all my nature stealing; And deep within my heart I know The consciousness of healing. 3 The barren wastes are fruitful lands, The desert blooms with roses; And He, the glory of all lands, His lovely face discloses. 4 My sun no more goes down by day, My moon no more is waning; My feet run swift the shining way, The heavenly portals gaining. 5 Oh, depth of mercy! breadth of grace! Oh, love of God unbounded! My soul is lost in sweet amaze, By wondrous love confounded. 2G2 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to G Oompl 416 417 HEAR, us, O Saviour, while we pray, Humbly our need confessing; Grant us the promised showers to-day, Send them upon us, O Lord. &EF. — Send showers of blessing; Send showers refreshing; Send us showers of blessing; Send them, Lord, we pray. % Knowing Thy love, on Thee we call, Boldly Thy throne addressing; Pleading that showers of grace may fall. Send them upon us, O Lord. 3 Trusting Thy word that cannot fail, Master, we claim Thy promise; Oh that our faith may now prevail,-*— Send us the showers, O Lord. I'VE learned to sing a glad new song Of praise unto our King! And now with all my ransomed powers His praises I will sing. CHO. — His praises I will sing, He is my Lord and King; And now with all my ransomed powers His praises I will sing. 2 Fvo learned to sing the song of p< ace, 'Tis sweeter every day, Since Jesus calmed my troubled soul. And bore my sins away. 3 I Sing the song of perfect lov.>, It casteth out all fear! O breadth, C) length, depth, () height! O love so full of cheerl 4 I've learned to sing the song of joy, My cup is running o'er, With blessings full of peace and love, And still there's more and more! 418 419 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 263 5 Soon I shall sing the new, new song Of Moses and the Lamb, "With all the sainted hosts above, Before the great I AM ! HOPE on, hope on, O troubled heart, If doubts and fears o'ertake thee, Remember this — the Lord hath said, He never will forsake thee; Then murmur not, still bear thy lot, Nor yield to care or sorrow; Be sure the clouds that frown to-day Will break in smiles to-morrow. 2 Hope on, hope on, though dark and deep The shadows gather o'er thee; Be not dismayed; thy Saviour holds The lamp of life before thee; And if He will that thou to-day Shouldst tread the vale of sorrow; Be not afraid, but trust and wait; The sun will shine to-morrow. 3 Hope on, hope on, go bravely forth Through trial and temptation, Directed by the worth of truth, So full of consolation; There is a calm for every storm, A joy for every sorrow, A night from which the soul shall wake To hail an endless morrow. "VfTHY do you linger, why do you stay H In the broad road, that most dangerous way- While right before you, narrow and strait, Is the bright pathway to heaven's pearly gate ? Ref. — 1|: Narrow and strait, :|| Is the bright pathway to heaven's pearly gate. Do you find pleasures, lasting and pure, In the gay scenes that the thoughtless allure, — While your Redeemer, with love so great, Points to the way that is narrow and strait ? 26-i Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 3 Come then, beloved, no longer stay; Leave the broad highway, leave it to-day; Make your decision, oh, do not wait; Take thou the pathway so narrow and strait. 420 MY soul at last a rest hath found, A rest that will not fail; A sure and certain anch'rage-ground In Christ within the vail. Cho. — O Eock of Ages cleft for me, In Thee my soul securely hide; My tower of strength, I fly to Thee, And safely there abide. 2 I'll hide me in this refuge strong, From every stormy blast; And sit and sing until the waves Of wrath are overpast. 3 Ye comfortless and tempest-tost, By sins and woes opprest, Ye tempted, troubled, ruined, lost, Come find in Christ your rest. 4 Ye thirsty, from this smitten Rock Life's crystal waters spring; There hide from every stormy shock, And rest, and drink, and sing. 421 JESUS saves! O blessed story, Full of love and peace divine, Bursting from the realms of glory, Echoing through this world of time. Cho. — Jesus saves! O glory! glory! Shout the tidings o'er and o'er; Tell to all tin; earth the story, Jesus saves for evermore. 2 Jesus saves! O, who can fathom All the fulness of His love ? 422 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 265 He once died for our redemption, Now He waits for us above. 3 Jesus saves! O sinner, hearken To the call of love to-day; There's no other way to heaven, Jesus is the only way. HOW sweet the joy that fills my soul: Christ is my Redeemer ; His precious blood has made me whole: Christ is my Redeemer; My sins were all upon Hiru laid, A full atonement He hath made, For me He hath the ransom paid: Christ is my Redeemer. 2 Though Satan oft my way oppose, Christ is my Redeemer; "With this I boldly meet my foes: Christ is my Redeemer; 'Twas this that gave me life and light, 'Tis this that nerves me for the fight, 'Tis this my hope that shines so bright: Christ is my Redeemer. 3 When trials come I still confess, Christ is my Redeemer; He gives me grace each care to bless: Christ is my Redeemer; He guides and keeps me day by day, He closer comes when dark the way, He doth with this my fears allay; Christ is my Redeemer. 4 The victory by this I gain, Christ is my Redeemer: By this I break sin's galling chain: Christ is my Redeemer; And if He tarry and I sleep, My dying hour this hope shall keep, That when He comes the grave to reap, Christ is my Redeemer. 266 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 423 LEAD to the shadow of the Rock of Refuge My weary feet; Give me the water from the life stream il<> Clear, pure and sweet. Cho. — There from the billows and the tempest h Under the shelter of Thy love abiding, Safe in the shadow of the " Rock of Ag Joy shall be mine. 2 Lead to the shadow of the Rock Eternal My heart oppressed; There in the secret of Thy holy presence, Calm shall I rest. 3 Lead to the shadow of the " Rock of Ages," O keep thou me Safe from the arrows of the world's temptations, Close, close to Thee. 424 JESUS, I come to Thee for light, Restore to me my blinded sight, And from my soul dispel the night— l| : Jesus, to Thee I come! :|| 2 Jesus, I come— I cannot stay From Thee another precious day; I would Thy word at once obey — || : Jesus, to Thee I come! :|| 3 Jesus, I como — " just as I am," To Thee, the holy, spotless Lamb; Thou wilt my troubled spirit calm— II: Jesus, to Thee; I come! :|| 425 I>IDE on! rido on in majesty! \ Hark! all the tribes hosanna cry! () Saviour meek, pursue Thy road With palms and scattered garments str< Cno.— Rido on, ride on in majesty! In lowly pomp, ride on to die. 426 427 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 267 2 Ride on! ride on in majesty! The angel armies of the sky Look down with sad and wondering eyes To see the approaching Sacrifice. 3 Ride on! ride on in majesty! The last and fiercest strife is nigh; The Father on His sapphire throne Awaits His own annointed Son. 4 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. OUR Saviour will descend again, Earth's buried millions raising; With Him will come a glorious train, Adoring Him and praising. Cho.— Raise high the song that loud and long Before Him ceaseth never, Till, casting down each golden crown, We worship Him forever. 2 And though these bodies lie in dust Before that glad appearing, Yet shall they stand among the just, Our Saviour's image wearing. 3 What though earth's gathering tempests lowar. And ages pass in sadness? Yet we may see that glorious hour, And hail the dawn with gladness. 4 Then, safe at last, this blessed throng, Set free from tribulation, Shall ever praise in holy song The God of their salvation. TT^IS a true and faithful saying, A. Jesus died for sinful men; Though we've told the story often, We must tell it o'er again. 268 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. Cho. — glad and glorious Gospel! With joy we now proclaim A full and free salvation, Through faith in Jesus' name. 2 He has made a full atonement, Now His saving work is done; He has satisfied the Father, Who accepts us in His Son. 3 Still upon His hands the nail prints, And the scars upon His brow, Our Bedeemer, Lord and Saviour In the glory standeth now. 4 But remember this same Jesus In the clouds will come again, And with Him His blood-bought people Evermore shall live and reign. 428 WHILE we pray, and while we plead, While you see your soul's deep need, While your Father calls you home, Will you not, my brother, come ? Cho. — 1|: Why not now? why not now ? Why not come to Jesus now? :|| 2 You have wandered far away; Do not risk another day; Do not turn from God your face, But, to-day, accept His grace. 3 In the world you've failed to find Aught of peace for troubled mind; Come to Christ, on Him believe, Peace and joy you shall receive. 4 Come to Christ, confession make; Come to Christ and pardon take; Trust in Him from day to day, Ho will keep you all the way. 429 Gospel, Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 269 CONQUERING now and still to conquer, Rideth a King in His might, Leading the host of all the faithful Into the midst of the fight; See them with courage advancing, Clad in their brilliant array, Shouting the name of their Leader, Hear them exultingly say: Cho. — "Not to the strong is the battle, Not to the swift is the race, Yet to the true and the faithful Vict'ry is promised through grace." 2 Conquering now and still to conquer: Who is this wonderful King ? Whence all the armies which He leadeth, While of His glory they sing? He is our Lord and Redeemer, Saviour and Monarch divine, They are the stars that forever Bright in His kingdom will shine. 3 Conquering now and still to conquer, Jesus, Thou Ruler of all, Thrones and their scepters all shall perish, Crowns and their splendor shall fall; Yet shall the armies Thou leadest, Faithful and true to the last, Find in Thy mansions eternal, Rest when their warfare is past. 430 HOLY Ghost, with light divine, Shine upon this heart of mine; Chase the shades of night away, Turn my darkness in to-day. 2 Holy Ghost, with power divine, Cleanse this guilty heart of mine; Long hath sin, without control, Held dominion o'er my soul. 270 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 3 Holy Ghost, with joy divine, Cheer this saddened heart of mine; Bid my many woes depart, Heal rriy wounded, bleeding heart. 4 Holy Spirit, all divine, Dwell within this heart of mine; Cast down every idol-throne, Reign supreme — and reign alone. 431 REJOICE! ye saints, again rejoice! And sing with one accord; Rejoice with all your heart and voice, In Christ your risen Lord. Cho. — Rejoice, rejoice in the Lord! Rejoice in the Lord alway; Rejoice, rejoice in the Lord! And again I say, rejoice! 2 Rejoice! rejoice! lift up your head, And praise the living God, That for your souls the Saviour shed His own most precious blood. 8 Rejoice! rejoice! let praise abound Before Jehovah's throne, For dead ones raised, and lost ones found, And prodigals brought home. 4 Rejoice! rejoice! the Lord will come, According to His word, And gather all His ransomed home, " For ever with the Lord." 432 NEVER shone a light so fair, Never fell so sweet a song, As the chorus in the air Chanted by the angel-throng: Every star took up the story, Christ has come, the Prince of glory, Come in humble hearts to dwell God with us, God with us, God with us, Immaniiel. Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to G Complete. 271 2 Still that Jubilee of song Breaks upon the rising morn; While the anthem rolls along, Floods of light the earth adorn; Old and young take up the story: Christ has come, etc. 3 Welcome now the blessed day When we praise the Lord our King; When we meet to praise and pray, And His love with gladness sing; Let the world take up the story: Christ has come, etc. 433 O BEETHBEN, rise and sing, Make hallelujahs ring To our Almighty King, And bless His name. 434 Cho. — j|: Hallelujah, hallelujah, Hallelujah, bless His name! 2 He wins for us the fight, He makes our darkness light; All dreary doubts take flight When He appears. 3 No lack or want have they Who make the Lord their stay; New strength for every day His grace supplies. 4 O trust Him then to guide, And for His own provide; Should weal or woe betide, Trust to the end. ONE day the Shepherd passed, and turning, said, "Come, follow me;" What wonder that in haste I rose, So kind was He! 272 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 2 He led rae through green pasture land, By waters still; With such a Guide, who would not follow, Go where He will ? 3 From out no other eye had ever beamed Such love on me; Good Shepherd, lead, and I will follow Hard after Thee. 4 Black clouds were gathering on a blacker sky, the World all so drear; Upon the night-wind rose the cry of One in great fear. 5 Dear Lord, the darkness falls upon me, I cannot see; My feet are stumbling on the mountains; Oh! succor me. C And soon there came a loving call in answer, "Be not afraid; Mine eyes shall guide the blind ones, and the weary Mine arm shall aid." 7 None ever perished following Jesus fully, No, never one; The weakest lambs are carried in His bosom, and Brought safely home. 435 O WANDERING souls, why longer roam Away from God, away from home ? The Saviour calls, hear Him say, — Whoever will may come to-day. Cho. — All praise and glory be unto Jesus, For He hath purchased a full salvation; Behold how wondrous the proclamation, "Whosoever will may come!" 2 Behold His hands extended now, The dews of night are on His brow, He knocks, He calls, He waiteth still; Oh, come to I li in , whoever will. 436 437 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 273 3 In simple faith His word believe, And His abundant grace receive; No love like His the heart can fill; Oh, come to Him, whoever will. 4 The " Spirit and the Bride say, come!" And find in Him sweet rest and home; Let Him that heareth echo still, The blessed " whosoever will." HEAR me, blessed Jesus, Bid all fear depart; Let Thy Spirit whisper Peace within my heart. Cho. — Then, whate'er Thou sendest, Happy shall I be, Jesus, my Redeemer, Looking unto Thee. 2 Let me fully trust Thee, Resting on Thy Word; Let me still with patience Wait on Thee, O Lord. 3 Hiding in the shadow Of Thy sheltering wings, I shall rest confiding In the King of kings. YES, we'll meet again in the morning, In the dawn of a fairer day; When the night of watching and waiting, With its darkness has passed away. Where no shadows veil the sunshine, Over there in the heavenly land, And the crystal waves of the river, Ever flow o'er the golden sand. 2 Where our precious ones now are dwelling, Free from toil and from every care; With their garments spotless and shining, Like the robes that the angels wear. 27-4 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 438 439 When our pilgrimage completed, And our footsteps no longer roam, By the pearly gates gladly waiting, They will give us a welcome home. 3 what joy when all shall be over, And the journey on earth we close, And the angels homeward shall bear us, Where the life-stream forever flows. We shall see the King of glory, We shall praise Him with harp and voice; We shall sing the grace that redeemed us, While our hearts in His love rejoice. GIRD on the sword and armor! Go raise the banner high: The Captain of Salvation To thee is ever nigh. Cho. — Then wave the glorious banner! Press forward in His name; And soon thy Guide and Captain Will victory proclaim. 2 Gird on the sword and armor! Let faith be thy strong shield; His promise shall sustain thee On every battle field. 3 Gird on the sword and armor! Press on the foe to fight; No enemy can harm thee, For God sustains the right. HOW do I know my sins forgiven? My Saviour tells me so! That now I am an heir of heaven? My Saviour tells me so! Cno. — Away with doubt, away with fear, When tlws by faith I know; God's word shall stand for evermore: My Saviour tells me so. Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 2 By trusting Christ trie witness came, My Saviour tells me so! The pardon's free in Jesus' name: My Saviour tells me so. 3 Believe and thou shalt surely live: My Saviour tells me so! The Spirit's witness God will give: My Saviour tells me so. 4 Though rough the way, I shall endure; My Saviour tells me so! His sheep are ever kept secure: My Saviour tells me so. 5 How do I know I'll live again? My Saviour tells me so! With Christ in glory I shall reign, My Saviour tells me so. 440 441 HIDE me, O my Saviour, hide me In Thy holy place; Resting there beneath Thy glory, O let me see Thy face. Cho.— Hide me, hide me! O blessed Saviour, hide me; O Saviour, keep me Safely, O Lord, with Thee. 2 Hide me, when the storm is raging O'er life's troubled sea; Like a dove on ocean's billows, O let me fly to Thee. 3 Hide me, when my heart is breaking With its weight of woe; When in tears I seek the comfort Thou canst alone bestow. THROW out the Life-Line across the dark wave, There is a brother whom some one should save; Somebody's brother! oh, who then, will dare To throw out the Life-Line, his peril to share? 276 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. Cho.— ||: Throw out the Life-Line! :|| Some one is drifting away; ||: Throw out the Life-Line! :|| Some one is sinking to-day. 2 Throw out the Life-Line with hand quick and strong: Why do you tarry, why linger so long ? See! he is sinking; oh, hasten to-day — And out with the Life-Boat! away, then, away! 3 Throw out the Life-Line to danger-fraught men, Sinking iu anguish where you've never been; Winds of temptation and billows of woe Will soon hurl them out where the dark waters flow. 4 Soon will the season of rescue be o'er, Soon will they drift to eternity's shore, Haste then, my brother, no time for delay, But throw out the Life-Line and save them to-day. 442 O WORSHIP the King, all-glorious above! And gratefully sing His wonderful love; Our Shield and Defender, the Ancient of days, Pavilioned in splendor, and girded with praise. 2 O tell of His might, and sing of His grace, Whose robe is the light, whose canopy space; His chariots of wrath the deep thunder-clouds form, And dark is His path on the wings of the storm. 3 Thy bountiful care, what tongue can recite ? It breathes in the air, it shines in the light; Its streams from the- hills, it descends to the plain, And sweetly distills in the dew and the rain. 4 Frail children of dust, and feeble as frail, Iu Thee do we trust, nor find Thee to fail — Thy mercies, how tender! How firm to the end, Our Maker, Defender, Redeemer, and Friend. 443 HOLY Spirit, Teacher Thou, At the throne of grace wo bow; Come, perform Thine office now, Teach us evermore. Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 277 Kef. — Holy Spirit, teach us ever, Comfort, guide, and leave us never; Dwell within us, we implore, Now and evermore. 2 Comforter indeed Thou art, Giving strength to every heart; Let Thy presence ne'er depart, Comfort evermore. 3 Sent to be our Guide to-day, Keep us in the narrow way; Grant that we may never stray, Guide us evermore. 4 Teacher, Comforter, and Guide, In our hearts do Thou abide; And in life, whate'er betide, Help us evermore. 444 PREACH the gospel, sound it forth, Tell of free and full salvation; Spread the tidings o'er the earth, Go to every tribe and nation. Cho. — Spread the joyful tidings in anthem and story; Jesus hath redeemed us, O give Him the glory. 2 Preach the gospel full of joy, "While on grace and mercy dwelling; Heart and soul in full employ, As the story you are telling, 3 Preach the gospel, make it clear, By the blood of Christ remission; Give the message, make them hear, This alone is our commission. 4 Preach the gospel full of love, Christ's compassion fully knowing; Seek the power from above, While His great compassion showing. 5 Preach the gospel as if God Sinners lost through you were seeking: His salvation through the word, Speak as if the Lord were speaking. 27S Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to G Complete. 445 446 I AM trusting Thee, Lord Jesus, Trusting only Thee! Trusting Thee for full salvation, Great and free. Cno. — I am trusting, Trusting only Thee! I am trusting, trusting, Trusting only Thee. 2 I am trusting Theo for pardon, At Thy feet I bow; For Thy grace and tender mercy, Trusting now. 3 I am trusting Thcc for cleansing In the crimson flood; Trusting Thee to make me holy By Thy blood. 4 I am trusting Theo for power, Thine can never fail; Words which Thou Thyself shalt give me, Must prevail. 5 I am trusting Thee, Lord Jesus. Never let me fall; I am trusting Thee for ever, And for all. AFTER the toil and trouble, There cometh a day of rest; After the weary conflict, Peace on the Saviour's breast; After the care and sorrow, The glory of light and love; After Hie wilderness journey, The Father's bright home above. 2 After the night of darkness, The shadows all Her away; After t he day of sadness, Hope sheds her brightest ray; 447 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 279 After the strife and struggle, The victory is won; After the work is over, The Master's own word, "Weil done.'' 3 After the hours of chastening, The spirit made pure and bright; After the earth's dark shadow, Clear in the light of Light; After the guiding counsel, Communion full and sweet; After the willing service, All laid at the Saviour's feet. 4 After the pain and sickness, The tears are all wiped away; After the flowers are gathered, No more of earth's decay; After the deep heart-sorrow, An end of every strife; After the daily crosses, A glorious crown of life. SIN no more! thy soul is free, Christ has died to ransom thee; Now the power of sin is o'er, Jesus bids thee "sin no more." Cho. — Sin no more! thy soul is free, Christ has died to ransom thee; Sing the message o'er and o'er, Christ forgives thee, sin no more. 2 Sin no more! but closely keep Near the Hand that guards the sheep; Shun the snares that lured before, Trembling go, and sin no more. 3 Sin no more! His blood hath bought, Think on what His love hath wrought; Think of what for thee He bore, Weeping go, and sin no more. 280 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 4 Sin no more! O sin no more! Jesus lives to keep thee pure; If o'ertaken He'll restore, Saying, ■• Go, and sin no more." 448 TAKE time to be holy, Speak oft with thy Lord; Abide in Him always, And feed on His Word; Make friends of God's children; Help those who are weak, Forgetting in nothing His blessing to seek. 2 Take time to be holy, The world rushes on; Spend much time in secret With Jesus alone; By looking to Jesus, Like Him thou shalt be; Thy friends in thy conduct His likeness shall see. 3 Take time to be holy, Let Him be thy Guide; And run not before Him, Whatever betide; In joy or in sorrow Still follow thy Lord, And, looking to Jesus, Still trust in Ilis Word. 4 Take time to be holy, Be calm in thy soul; Each thought and each motive Beneath I lis eoiitrol: Thus led by His Spirit To fountains of love, Thou soon shalt In- lifted For service above. Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 231 449 THE Lord is coming by and by: Be ready when He conies! He comes from His fair home on high: Be ready when He comes; He is the Lord our Righteousness, And comes His chosen ones to bless, And at His Father's throne confess: Be ready when He comes! Cho.— ||: Will you be ready when the Bridegroom comes? :'j Will your lamps be trimmed and bright, Be it morning, noon or night? "Will you be ready when the Bridegroom comes ? 2 He soon will come to earth again: Be ready when He comes! Begin His universal reign: Be ready when He comes f With Hallelujahs heaven will ring, When Jesus does redemption bring; O trim your lamps to meet your King I Be ready when He comes! 3 Behold! He comes to one and all: Be ready when He comes! He quickly comes with trumpet call: Be ready when He comes! To judgment called at His command, Drawn thither by His mighty hand, Before His throne we all must stand; Be ready when He comes! 450 BEHOLD a Stranger at the door, He gently knocks, has knocked before; Has waited long, — is waiting still; You treat no other friend so ill. 2 O lovely attitude ! He stands With melting heart and laden hands; O matchless kindness! and He shows This matchless kindness to His foes. 282 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 3 But will He prove a Friend indeed ? He will — the very Friend you need; The Friend of sinners, yes, 'tis He, "With garments dyed on Calvary. 4 Rise, touched with gratitude divine; Turn out His enemy and thine, That soul-destroying monster, Sin; And let the heavenly Stranger in. 451 WE praise Thee, we bless Thee, Our Saviour divine, All power and dominion Forever be Thine; We sing of Thy mercy With joyful acclaim: ||: For Thou hast redeemed us; All praise to Thy name. :|| 2 All honor and praise to Thine excellent name; Thy love is unchanging, Forever the same; W T e bless and adore Thee, O Saviour and King; ||: With joy and thanksgiving Thy praises we sing. :|| fi The strength of the hills, and The depths of the sea, The earth and its fulness. Belong unto Thee; And yet to the lowly Thou bendest Thine ear, \; So ready their humble Petitions to hear.:|| 4 Thine infinite goodness Our tongues shall employ; Thou givest us richly All things to enjoy; We'll follow Thy footsteps, We'll rest in Thy love, (|: And soon we shall praise Thco In mansions above. :|| Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 283 452 " XT is finished!" what a gospel! X Nothing has been left to do, But to take with grateful gladness What the Saviour did for you. Cho.— ||: "It is finished," Hallelujah! :| I Christ the work has fully done; Hallelujah! All who will may have their pardon Through the blood of God's own Son. 2 "It is finished!" what a gospel! Bringing news of victory won, Telling us of peace and pardon Through the blood of God's dear Son. 3 "It is finished!" what a gospel! Hear each weary, laden breast, That accepts God's gracious offer, Enters into perfect rest. 4 "It is finished!" what a gospel! Jesus died to save your soul; Have you taken His salvation ? Have you let Him make you whole ? 4.53 THERE is a Paradise of rest On yonder tranquil shore; Beyond the shadow and the gloom of night. Where toil and tears are o'er. Cho. — Meet me there! oh, meet me there! At the dawning of that morning bright and fair; Meet me there! oh, meet me there! In the land beyond the river, meet me there. 2 There is a City crowned with light, Its joys no tongue can tell; For they who enter shall behold the King, And in His presence dwell. 3 There is a crown laid up on high, That Christ the Lord will give To those who patiently His coming wait, And for His glory live. 284 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to G Complete. 4 Oh, then be faithful unto death, Press on the heavenly way, That \ve may enter through the Gates of Life To realms of^endless day. 454 455 LEAD, kindly Light, amid th'encircling gloom, Lead Thou me on; The night is dark, and I am far from home, Lead Thou me on; Keep Thou my feet; I do not ask to see The distant scene; one step enough for me. 2 I was not ever thus, nor prayed that Thou Shouldst lead mo on; I loved to choose and see my path; but now Lead Thou me on: I loved the garish day; and, spite of fears, Pride ruled my will: remember not past years. 3 So long Thy power hath blest me, sure it still Will lead me on O'er moor and fen, o'er crag and torrent, till The night is gone, And with the morn those angel facts smile, Which 1 have loved long since, and lost awhile. WHEN God tho way of life would teach And gather all His own, He placed them safe beyond the reach Of death, by blood alone. Cho. — It is His word, God's preoious word, It stands forever true: "When I, tho Lord, shall see the blood, I will pass over you, 2 Py Christ, the sinless Lamb of God, The precious blood was shed, "When He fulfilled God's holy word, And suffered In our stead. Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 285 3 O soul, for thee salvation thus By God is freely given; The blood of Christ atones for sin, And makes us meet for heaven. 4 The wrath of God that was our due, Upon the Lamb was laid; And by the shedding of His blood, The debt for us was paid. 5 How calm the judgment hour shall j>ass To all who do obey The word of God about the biood, And make that word their stav. 456 OUT on the mountain, sad and forsaken, Lost in its mazes, no light can'st thou see; Yet in His mercy, full of compassion, Lo! the Good Shepherd is calling to thee. Cho. — Calling to thee, calling to thee; Jesus is calling, "Come unto me;" Calling to thee, calling to thee, Hear the Good Shepherd calling to thee. 2 Far on the mountain, why wilt thou wander ? Deeper in darkness thy pathway will be; Turn from thy roaming, fly from its dangers, "While the Good Shepherd is calling to thee v 3 Flee from thy bondage, Jesus will help thee, Only believe Him, and thou shalt be free; Wonderful mercy, boundless compassion: Still the Good Shepherd is calling to thee. 457 I DO not ask for earthly store, Beyond a day's supply; I only covet, more and more, The clear and single eye, To see my duty face to face, And trust the Lord for daily grace. 286 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete Cho. — Then shall my heart keep singing, While to the cross I cling; For rest is sweet at Jesus' feet, [j: While home-ward faith keeps winging. 2 I care not for the empty show That thoughtless worldlings Bee; I crave to do the best I know, And leave the rest with Thee;— Well satisfied that sweet reward Is sure to those who trust the Lord. 3 Whate'er the crosses mine shall be, I will not dare to shun ; I only ask to live for Thee, And that Thy will be done; Thy will, O Lord, be mine each day, While pressing on my homeward way. 4 And when at last, my labor o'er, I cross the narrow sea, Grant, Lord, that on the other shore My soul may dwell with Thee; And learn what here I cannot know, Why Thou hast ever loved me so. 458 TRAVELING to tbo bettor land, O'er the desert's scorching sand, Father, do Thou hold my hand, And lead me on. 2 When at Marah, parched with heat, I the sparkling fountain greet, Make the bitter waters sweet, And lead me on. L5 When tho wilderness is drear, Show mo Elini's palm-groves near, With its wells, as crystal clear, And lead mo on, 4 Through tho wator and the fire, This, O Lord, my one desire: With Thy love my heart inspire, And lead me on. Gospel Hymvs Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 287 5 When I stand on Jordan's brink, Do not let me fear or shrink; Hold me, Father, lest I sink, And lead me on. 459 '^piS only a little way on to my home, X And there in its sunshine forever I'll roam; While all the day long I journey with song: O beautiful Eden-land, thou art my home. Bef.— Tis only a little way, only a little way, Tis only a little way on to my home. 2 'Tis only a little way farther to go, O'er mountain and valley where dark waters flow. My Saviour is near with blessings to cheer; His word is my guiding-star — why should I fear? 3 'Tis only a little way; there I shall see The friends that in glory are waiting for me; Their voices from home now float on the air — They're calling me tenderly, calling me there. 460 IW ILL praise the Lord my Glory, I will praise the Lord my Light; He my cloud by day to cover, He my fire to guide by night. Cho. — I will praise Thee with my whole heart, will praise Thee, O Lord; I will be glad and rejoice in Thee, O Thou most high. 2 I will praise the Lord my Prophet, Holy Priest and Righteous King; With the angels who adore Him, " Holy, holy," I will sing. 3 I will praise the Lord my Shepherd, Keeper, Pasture, Door and Fold; O'er the lonely hills He sought me, When the night was dark and cold. 4 I will praise the Lord my Father, Saviour, Broth-r, Guide and Friend; He thus far in life hath led me, He will lead me to the end. 288 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 5 I will love Him, I will trust Hiin, All the remnant of my days; And will sing through endless ages, Only my Redeemer's praise. 461 462 NOT saved are we by trying, From self can come no aid; 'Tis on the blood relying, Once for our ransom paid; 'Tis looking unto Jesus, The holy One and Just; 'Tis His great work that saves us, It is not Try, but Trust. Oho.— ||: It is not Try, but Trust; :|| 'Tis His great work that saves us; It is not Try, but Trust. 2 Twas vain for Israel bitten By serpents on their way, To look to their own doing, That awful plague to stay; The only way for healing, When humbled in the dust, Was of the Lord's revealing, It was not Try, but Trust. 3 No deeds of ours are needed To make Christ's merit more; No frames of mind, or feelings, Can add to His great store; 'Tis simply to receive Him, The holy One and Just, 'Tis only to believe Him, It is not Try, but Trust. COME, Holy Spirit, Like a (love descending, Rest Thou upon us While we meet to pray; Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 289 Show us the Saviour, All His love revealing; Lead us to Him, The Life, the Truth, the Way. 2 Come, Holy Spirit, Every cloud dispelling, Fill us with gladness, Through the Master's name; Bring to our memory Words that He hath spoken, Then shall our tongues His wondrous grace proclaim. 3 Come, Holy Spirit, Sent from God the Father — Thou Friend and Teacher, Comforter and Guide — Our thoughts directing, Keep us close to Jesu», And in our hearts For evermore abide. 463 " TESUS of Nazareth! " O what a name! fj Let us rejoice and His glory proclaim; Saviour and Keeper, for ever the same, Shepherd, Redeemer and Lord. Cho. — Jesus of Nazareth! once crucified, Jesus of Nazareth! now glorified, Jesus of Nazareth! throned at God's side, Glory and praise to His name. 2 Jesus of Nazareth! truly a man, Low in a cradle His life He began, Lived before God, both in pattern and plan, Righteous, obedient One. 3 Jesus of Nazareth! nailed to the tree, Dying, that we by His death might be free, Bearing the curse all for you and for me, Dying a ransom for all. 290 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 4 Jesus of Nazareth! raised from the dead, Spotless and holy, and still in our stead, Made for us ever our glorified Head, Raised from the dead for us all. 5 Jesus of Nazareth! seated on high, Sending the Spirit of grace to apply Life through the word unto men far and nigh, Offering salvation to all. 6 Jesus of Nazareth! earth's coming King, Peace to the warring world soon He shall bring, Nations of saved ones His praises shall sing; it Hi 464 All shall bow down at His name. I BELONG to Jesus; I am not my own ; All I have and all I am, Shall be His alone. 2 I belong to Jesus; He is Lord and King, Reigning in my inmost heart, Over everything. 3 I belong to Jesus; What can hurt or harm, When He folds around my soul His almighty Arm? 4 I belong to Jesus; Blessed, blessed thought. With His own most precious blood Has my soul been bought. 6 I belong to Jesus; He has died for me; I am His and He is mine, Through eternity. 6 I belong to Jesus; Hi' will keep my soul, When the deathly waters dark Bound about me roll. Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 291 7 I belong to Jesus; And ere long I'll stand With my precious Saviour there, In the glory-land. 465 OCOME to the Saviour while now He is calling, O come while there's mercy and pardon so free* O trust in His grace, He will keep thee from falling, And strength to o'ercome He offers to thee. Cho. — O come, come to the Saviour, O come, come while you may; O come, come to the Saviour, He's tenderly oalling to-day. 2 There's no other name among men that is given, There's no other way to be saved but His way; O trust in His mercy; too long hast thou striven With sin and with self; O come while you may. 3 The door of His mercy is now standing open; O hasten and enter, for "Yet there is room;" For if you reject Him, this word He hath spoken, That where He now is "Ye never can come." 4 And he that believeth, the promise is written, Is saved through the blood of the Crucified One: The Spirit is pleading; O will you not hasten, And find in His love a refuge and home. 466 QUIET, Lord, my fro ward heart; Make me teaohable and mild, upright, simple, free from art; Make me as a little child — From distrust and envy free, Pleased with all that pleases The©. 2 What thou shalt to-day provide, Let me as a child receive; What to-morrow may betide, Calmly to Thy wisdom leave; 'Tis enough that Thou wilt care; Why should I the burden bear? 292 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 3 As a little child relies On a care beyond its own, Being neither strong nor wise, Fears to take a step alone — Let me thus with Thee abide, As my Father, Friend, and Guide. 467 468 HOLY, holy, holy is the Lord! Sing, O ye people, gladly adore Him; Let the mountains tremble at His word, Let the hills be joyful before Him; Mighty in wisdom, boundless in mercy, Great is Jehovah, King over all. Cho. — Holy, holy, holy is the Lord! Let the hills be joyful before Him. 2 Praise Him, praise Him, shout loud for joy! Watchman of Zion, herald the story; Sin and death His kingdom shall destroy; All the earth shall sing of His glory; Praise Him, ye angels, ye who behold Him Robed in His splendor, matchless, divine. 3 King eternal, blessed bo His name! So may His children gladly adore Him; When in heaven we join the happy strain, "When we cast our bright crowns before Him; There in His likeness joyful awaking, There we shall see Him, there we shall sing. 1)RAISE, my soul, the King of heaven; To His feet thy tribute bring; Ransomed, healed, restored, forgiven, Who liko thee His praise shall sing? |]: Praise Him! praise Him! :|| Praise tho everlasting King. 2 Praise Him for His grace and favor To our fathers in distress; Praise* Him still tho same as ever, Slew to chide, and swift to bless; J]: Praise Him! praise Him! :|| Glorious in His faithfulness! Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 293 3 Angels, help us to adore Him, Ye behold Him face to face; Sun and moon, bow down before Him, Dwellers all in time and space: ||: Praise Him! praise Him! :|| Praise with us the God of grace! 469 IN the hour when guilt assails me, On His gracious name I call, Then I find the heavenly fullness, Christ, my righteousness, my all. Cho. — All my song when standing yonder, Shall be Christ, my joy, my all, ||: This shall ever be my anthem, " Christ my glory, Christ my all.' 2 In the night when sorrow clouds me, And the burning tear-drops fall, Then I sing the song of patience, Christ, my Brother and my all. 3 In the day when this immortal Shall fling off its mortal thrall, Then my song of resurrection Shall be Christ, my all in all. 470 THERE is a land of pure delight, Where saints immortal reign; Eternal day excludes the night, And pleasures banish pain. Cho. — O wondrous land beyond the sky, O land so bright and fair, When shall we reach thy golden gates, And dwell forever there ? 2 There everlasting spring abides, And never-withering flowers; Death, like a narrow sea, divides This heavenly land from ours. 294 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to G Complete. 3 Sweet fields beyond the swelling flood Stand dressed in living green; So to the Jews old Canaan stood, While Jordan rolled between. 4 Could we but climb where Moses stood, And view the landscape o'er, Not Jordan's stream, nor death's cold flood* Should fright us from the shore. 471 472 AS lives the flower within the scud, As in the cone the tree, So, praise the God of truth and grace, His Spirit dwelleth in me. Cho. — 1|: Christ liveth in me,:|| O what a salvation this, That Christ liveth in me! 2 Onco far from God and dead in sin, No light my heart could sec; But in God's word the light I found, Now Christ liveth in mo. 3 As rays of light from yonder sun The flowers of earth set free, So life and light and love came forth. From Christ living in me. 4 With longing all my heart is filled, That like llim 1 may be, As on tho wondrous thought I dwell. That Christ liveth in me. WE have felt tho lovo of Jesus In our hearts with rapture glow; Will that lovo forsake and leave us? Never, no! oh, never, no! it oil beds of pain We languish, Earthly friends may lightly go, Will He have us in our anguish? Never, no! oh, never, no! 473 Gospel Hymn's Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 295 2 Chosen not for our deservings, But that God His grace might show; For our failures will He leave us ? Never, no! oh, never, no! "lis in Christ the Father sees us, To His Son the love doth flow; Will He turn away from Jesus ? Never, no! oh, never, no! 3 Will He leave when care encroaches? When we're tempted will He go ? When the last dread hour approaches? Never, no! oh, never, no! And when safely home in glory, When sad tears no longer flow. Can we e'er forget the story ? Never, no! oh, never, no! S< OON will come the setting sun, When our work will all be done, And the weary heart at last be still; But the Lord with gentle cry, Will awake us by and by, And we'll meet again on Zion's hill. Cho. — We'll meet each other there, Yes, we'll meet each otherwhere, And the Saviour's likeness bear, When we meet each other there; We'll meet each other there, Yes, we'll meet each other there, And His glory we shall share. 2 Deep the shadows in the vale, Fierce the howling of the gale, Long and dark the storm around our door; But the Lord will make a way To the shining realms of day, With the shadow and the storm no more. 3 Flood the heart with parting tears. Frost the head with passing years, Let the days of earth be filled with care; 296 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. But the Lord at length will come, In His love to take us home, And we'll never know a sorrow there. 474 'nniS midnight; and on Olive's brow I The star is dimmed that lately shone; 'Tis midnight; in the garden now The suffering Saviour prays alone. 2 'Tis midnight; and from all removed, The Saviour wrestles lone with fears; Ev'n that disciple whom He loved Heeds not His Master's grief and tears. 3 'Tis midnight; and for others' guilt, The man of sorrow weeps in blood; Yet He, who hath in anguish knelt^ Is not forsaken by His God. 475 BLESSED Saviour, ever nearer I am drawing to Thy feet; Thou hast borne my every sorrow, I am made in Thee complete; For Thy love my soul is yearning, More and more its power impart; I have heard Thy tender pleading, Come and dwell within my heart. 2 Blessed Saviour, I would never, Never more Thy love reject; At Thy feet I learn the lesson How Thine imago to reflect; There I go when all forsake me, When by foes I am oppressed; Then I hear Thy loved voice saying, Come to mo, I'll give you rest. 3 Blessed Saviour, draw mo nearer, Ever nearer to Thy heart, When I'm weary, heavy-laden, And I feel the tempter's dart; OCt I stumble, oft I falter, Oft I'm tossed on angry sens; 476 4T7 Gospel Hymss Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 297 But 1 know that Thou wilt guide me, Through the storm, to endless peace. 4 Blessed Saviour, let me linger Ever near Thy precious feet; Till I hear that welcome summons, "Come," thy loved ones now to greet; Oh, the joy that there awaits me, While I hope, and watch and pray! For the morning light is dawning, Of the fair and endless day. LOOK up! look up! ye weary ones, Whose skies are veiled in night, For He who knows the path you tread Will yet restore the light; Look up! and hail the dawning Of hope's triumphant morning. Cho.— Behold Him! behold Him! Your Saviour lives to-day; Behold Him! behold Him! The clouds have rolled away. 2 The gifts ye brought with loving hand Your Lord will not disown; Their odors sweet to heaven shall rise Like incense 'round His throne; Look up! and hail the dawning Of joy's transcendent morning. 3 Bejoice! the grave is overcome, And lo! the angels sing; The grandest triumph ever known Has come through Christ our King; All heaven proclaims the dawning Of love's all-glorious morning. SAVIOUR, lead me, lest I stray, Gently lead me all the way; I am safe when by Thy side, I would in Thy love abide. 298 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. Cho. — Lead me, lead mo, Saviour, lead me, lest I stray; Gently down the stream of time, Lead me, Saviour, all the way. 2 Thou, the refuge of my soul When life's stormy billows roll, I am safe when Thou art nigh, On Thy mercy I rely. 3 Saviour, lead me, till at last, When the storm of life is past, I shall reach the land of day, Where all tears arc wiped away. 478 RETURN! return! O wanderer, now return! Return! return! And seek thy Father's face; Those new desires which in thee burn ||: Were kindled by His grace. :|| 2 Return! return! O wanderer, now return! Return! return! He hears thy humble sigh; He sees thy burdened spirit mourn ||: When no one else is nigh. :|| 3 Return! return! O wanderer, now return Return! return! The Saviour bids thee live; Come humbly to His feet and learn ||: How freely He'll forgive. :|| 479 TURN thee, O lost one, care-worn and weary, Lo! the Good Shepherd is calling to-day; Seeking to save* thee, waiting to cleanse thee. Haste to receive Him, no longer delay. Oho. Tenderly calling, patiently calling, Hear the Good Shepherd calling to thee; Tenderly calling, patiently calling, Lovingly saying, " Come unto me! " 2 Still Ho is waiting, why wilt thou perish, Though thou hast wandered so tar from the fold? Yet, with His life-blood, He has redeemed thee, Wondrous compassion that cannot be told! Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 299 3 List to His message, think of His mercy! Sinless, yet bearing thy sins on the tree; Perfect remission, life everlasting, Through His atonement, He offers to thee. 4 Come in the old way, come in the true way, Enter through Jesus, for He is the Door; He is the Shepherd, tenderly calling, Come in thy weakness, and wander no more. 480 SEARCH me, O Lord, and try this heart of mine, Search me, and prove if I indeed am Thine; Test by Thy word, that never changed can be, My strength of hope and living faith in Thee. 2 Search me, O Lord, subdue each vain desire, And in my soul a deeper love inspire; Hide Thou my life, that I, supremely blest, Beneath Thy wings in perfect peace may rest. 3 Search me; O Lord, and from the dross of sin, Refine as gold, and keep me pure within; Search Thou my thoughts whose springs Thine eyes can see, From secret faults, O Saviour, cleanse Thou me. 4 Search me, O Lord, let faith through grace divine Thyself reflect in every act of mine, Till at Thy call my waiting soul shall rise, Caught up with joy to meet Thee in the skies. 481 HEAR the blessed invitation, Come, come, come; To the fountain of salvation, Come, come, come; Healing streams are flowing still; Yvelcome, " whosoever will; Let him take the water of life freely." Cho. — 1|: Let him take, let him take, Let him take the water of life freely. :|| 300 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 2 Tis the voice of Jesus saying, Come, come, come; Now His blest command obeying, Come, come, come; He will cleanse from every ill; Welcome, " whosoever will; Let him take the water of life freely.'* 3 'Tis the Holy Spirit calling, Come, come, come; Ere the shades of death be falling, Come, come, come; He the heart with peaco will fill; Welcome, " whosoever will; Let him take the water of life freely. n 4 Lo! the Spirit and the Bride say, Come, come, come; And let him that heareth now say, Come, come, come; And let him that is athirst Come, and " whosoever will; Let Him take the water of life freely." 482 SAFE upon the heavenly shore, Done with pain for evermore, Weariness and weakness o'er, Up yonder; O the calm and quiet rest On the loving Saviour's breast; It is better than earth's best, Up yonder. 2 Storms shall never reach lis there, No more sorrow, pain or care, No more cross for us to bear, Up yonder; Gain for them that suffered loss, Crowns for them that bore the cross, And a calm for hearts that toss, Up yonder. 3 Safe upon tho heavenly shoro, Done with sin for evermore, Weariness and weakness o'er, Up yonder; Never more to know a fear, Never more to shed ;i tear, Better far than ever here, Up yonder. Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 301 483 IN the heavenly pastures fair, 'Neath the tender Shepherd's care, Let us rest beside the living stream to-day; Calmly there in peace recline, Drinking in the truth divine, As His loving call we now with joy obey. Cho. — Glorious stream of life eternal, Beauteous fields of living green, Though revealed within the word Of our Shepherd and our Lord, By the pure in heart alone can they be seen. 2 Far from all the noise and strife That disturb our daily life, Let us pause awhile in silence and adore; Then the sound of His dear voice Will our waiting souls rejoice, As He nameth us His own for evermore. 3 O how good and true and kind, Seeking His stray sheep to find, If they wander into danger from His side; Ever closely may we tread Where His holy feet have led, So at last with Him in heaven we may abide. 484 MY heavenly home is bright and fair, Nor pain, nor death can enter there: It's glittering towers the sun outshine; That heavenly mansion shall be mine. Cho. — I'm going home, I'm going home, I'm going home to die no more! To die no more, to die no more, I'm going home to die no more! 2 My Father's house is built on high, Far, far above the starry sky; When from this earthly prison free, That heavenly mansion mine shall be. 302 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 3 Let others seek a home below, Which flames devour, or waves o'erflow; Be mine a happier lot to own A heavenly mansion near the throne. 485 486 WEEN I shall wake in that fair morn of morns, After whose dawning never night returns, And with whose glory day eternal burns, I shall be satisfied, be satisfied. Ret.— ||: I shall be satisfied, I shall be satisfied When I shall wake in that fair morn of morns. :|j 2 When I shall see Thy glory face to face, When in Thine arms Thou wilt Thy child embrace, When Thou shalt open all Thy store of grace, I shall be satisfied, be satisfied. 3 When I shall meet with those that I have loved, Clasp in my arms the dear ones long removed, And find how faithful Thou to me hast proved, I shall be satisfied, bo satisfied. 4 When I shall gaze upon the face of Him Who died for me, with eyes no longer dim, And praise Him with the everlasting hymn, I shall be satisfied, be satisfied. TAKE Thou my hand, and lead me- Choose Thou my way; "Not as I will," Father, Teach me to say; What though the storms may gather? Thou knowest best; Safe in Thy holy keeping, There I would rest. 2 Take Thou my hand, and lead me — Lord, I am Thine, Till witli Thy Holy Spirit This heart of mine; Gospel Hyitn-s Nos. 1 to 6 Complex-. 303 Then in the hour of trial Strong shall I be — Ready to do or suffer, Dear Lord, for Thee. 3 Take Thou my hand and lead me, Lord, as I go; Into Thy perfect image Help me to grow; Still in Thine own pavilion Shelter Thou me; Keep me, O Father, keep me, Close, close to Thee. 487 I AM waiting for the Master, Who will bid me rise and come To the glory of His presence, To the gladness of His home. Cho. — They are watching at the portal, They are waiting at the door; Waiting only for my coming, All the loved ones gone before. 2 Many a weary path I've traveled, In the darkest storm and strife, Bearing many a heavy burden, — Often struggling for my life. 3 Many friends that traveled with me Reached that portal long ago; One by one they left me battling With the dark and crafty foe. 4 Yes, their pilgrimage was shorter, And their triumphs sooner won; Oh, how lovingly they'll greet ma When the toils of life are done. 488 FtOM the Bethlehem manger-home, Walking His dear form beside, We to Calvary's mount have come, Where our Lord was crucified. 304 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. Cho. — Sweet tones of love come down the ages through: "Father, forgive, they know not what they do." 2 Scornful words the soldiers fling; Wicked rulers Him deride, Saying, If Thou be the King, Save Thyself, Thou Crucified. 3 Wondrous love for sinful men, Of the sinless One that died! May we wound Thee not again, Thou, O Christ, the Crucified. 489 PASS along the invitation, Whosoever will may come; Pass it on, pass it on, Pass along the loving message Unto every thirsty one; Pass it on, pass it on. Cho.— Pass along the invitation, Pass along the word of God, Until every tribe and nation Shall have heard of Christ the Lord, Shall have heard, shall have heard, Shall have heard of Christ the Lord. 2 Pass along the cup of comfort That the Lord has given you; Pass it on, pass it on, Other weary, troubled spirits Need to taste its sweetness too; Pass it on, pass it on. 3 Pass along each boon and blessing That may come to you through life; Pass it on, pass it on, You may help trie weary-hearted Who arc faint amid the strife; Pass it on, pass it on. 4 Tass along tho watchword, "Courage;" Soon the darkness will be o'er: 490 491 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 305 Pass it on, pass it on, See, already dawn is breaking On the bright celestial shore; Pass it on, pass it on. MOKE of Jesus, More of Jesus, "lis the Christian's yearning cry; More of Jesus, More of Jesus, Only He can satisfy. 2 More of Jesus, More of Jesus, While I tread earth's weary ways; More of Jesus, More of Jesus, Till in Heaven I hymn His praise. 3 More of Jesus, More of Jesus, O to feel His love each hour! More of Jesus, More of Jesus, O to realize His power! 4 More of Jesus, More of Jesus, In my weakness and my pain; More of Jesus, More of Jesus, He can turn my loss to gain. 5 More of Jesus, More of Jesus, Sorely do I need His grace; More of Jesus, Blessed Jesus, When shall I behold His face ? WHEN I survey the wondrous cross, On which the Prince of glory died, My richest gain I count but loss, And pour contempt on all my pride. Cho. — O wondrous cross where Jesus died, And for my sins was crucified; My longing eyes look up to Thee, Thou blessed Lamb of Calvary. 2 Forbid it, Lord, that I should boast, Save in the death of Christ, my Lord; All earthly things that charm me most, I sacrifice them to His blood. 493 306 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 3 See, from His head, His hands, His feet, Sorrow and love flow mingled down; Did e'er such love and sorrow meet, Or thorns compose so rich a crown ? 4 Were all the realm of nature mine, That were a gift by far too small; A love so great and so divine, Demands my soul, my life, my all. 492 JESUS, Thou Refuge of the soul, To Thy dear arms I flee; From Satan's wiles, from self and sin, O make and keep me free. 2 Though clouds may rise, though tempests rage, Thou wilt my shelter be, While with a steadfast heart and true, My trust is stayed on Thee. 3 No power on earth, or power below, Can tear me from Thy side, If 'neath Thy sheltering wings of love, Dear Refuge, I abide. 4 Not death itself, that last dread foe, Can hold me with his chain; Through Christ, who conquered Death, I rise And life eternal gain. IN times of sorrow, God is near, His vigils never cease, — His tender, loving voice I hear, " In me ye shall have peace." Cho. — O blessed peace! sweet boon of heaven! That bids our trouble oease; O precious word, divinely given. "In me ye shall have peace! 2 Though long and weary is the night, And mors brings no relief, Yet faith the promise still believes, "In me ye shall have peace." Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 307 3 His love we may not understand, "While trials here increase, But yet we know His word is sure, " In me ye shall have peace." 4 Soon shall our eyes the land behold Where pain and care shall cease; Till then we'll trust the promise sweet, "In me ye shall have peace." 494 AM I a soldier of the cross — A follower of the Lamb ? And shall I fear to own His cause, Or blush to speak His name ? Cho. — In the name of Christ the King, Who hath purchased life for me, Through grace I'll win the promised crown, Whate'er my cross may be. 2 Must I be carried to the skies, On flowery beds of ease, "While others fought to win the prize, And sailed through bloody seas ? 3 Are there no foes for me to face ? Must I not stem the flood ? Is this vile world a friend to grace, To help me on to God ? 4 Since I must fight if I would reign, Increase my courage, Lord! I'll bear the toil, endure the pain, Supported by Thy word. 495 TT7HILE Thou, O my God, art my help and defender, T V No cares can o'erwhelm me, no terrors appall; The wiles and the snares of the world will but render More lively my hope in my God and my all. Eef.— ||: My God and my all,:|| My treasure, my glory, My God and my all. 308 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 2 Yes, Thou art my refuge in sorrow and danger, My strength when I suffer, my hope when I fall; My comfort and joy in this land of the stranger, My treasure, my glory, my God and my all. 3 And when Thou demandest the life Thou hast given, With joy will I answer Thy merciful call, And quit this poor earth but to find Thee in heaven, My portion forever, my God and my all. 496 01 love to talk with Jesus, for it smooths the rugged road; And it seems to help me onward, when I faint beneath my load; When my heart is crushed with sorrow, and my eyes with tears are dim, There is nought can yield me comfort like a little talk with Him. 2 Oft I tell Him I am weary, and I fain would be at rest; That I'm daily, hourty, longing to repose upon His breast; And He answers me so kindly, in the tenderest tones of love, "I am coming soon to take thee to My happy homo above." 3 Though the way is long and dreary to that far-off distant clime, Yet I know that my Redeemer journeys with mo all the time; And the more I come to know Him, and His wondrous grace explore, How my longing groweth stronger still to know Him more and more. 4 So I'll wait a little longer, till my Lord's appointed time, And along the upward pathway still my pilgrim feet shall climb; Soon within my Father's dwelling, where the ninny man- sions be, I shall see my blessed Saviour, and He then will talk with me. Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 30£ 497 498 ' O ING unto the Lord, ye saints of His, sing, sing, Sing unto the Lord, And at the remembrance of His holiness, O give thanks unto the Lord." 1 O Lord, Thy loving kindness Doth compass all our ways, And "Thy compassions fail not," Through all the passing days; To Thee, O great Jehovah, In " time of need" we cry; And all who call upon Thee Shall find Thee ever nigh. 2 Thy goodness we remember, We praise Thy holiness, We look to Thee, O Saviour, To save, and heal, and bless; 'Tis by Thy loving favor Thy trusting children stand, Upheld, and kept, and guided, By Thy protecting hand. 3 Let saints recount His mercies, And rill His courts with praise;: Let all who know His goodness, Their hallelujahs raise, Praise God, the loving Father, And Jesus Christ His Son, With God the Holy Spirit, The glorious Three in One. I WAIT for Thee, O Lord! Thy glorious face to see, That holy face that once was marred, Was marred, O Lord, for me. 2 I wait for Thee, Lord! Before Thy feet to fall, To worship lowly and adore My Saviour, all in all. 310 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 3 I wait for Thee, O Lord! Thy loving hand to feel, Whose tender touch can even now The wounded spirit heal. 4 I wait for Thee, O Lord! Thy rapture deep to know, Of living evermore with Thee; Love cannot more bestow. 5 I wait for Thee, O Lord! But for a little while; This night my longing eyes may meet Thy joyful, welcome smile. 499 HOW oft our souls are lifted up, When clouds are dark and drear, For Jesus comes, and kindly speaks These loving words of cheer. Cho. — "In my Father's house are many mansions; If it were not so I would have told you; In my Father's house are many mansions, I go to prepare a place for you." 2 How oft amid our daily toil, With anxious care oppressed, We hear again the precious word That tells of joy and rest. 3 O may our faith in Him be strong, Who feels our every care, And will for us, as He hath said, A place in heaven prepare. 4 Then let us work, and watch and pray, Relying on the love 01' 1 1 i in who now prepares a placo For us in heaven above. 500 WE would see Jesus — for the shadows lengthen Across this little landscape of our life; We would Bee 'Jrsus, our weak faith to strengthen For the last weariness — the final strife. Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 311 2 We would see Jesus — the great Rock-foundation, Whereon our feet were set with sovereign grace; Not life, nor death, with all their agitation, Can thence remove us, if we see His face. 3 We would see Jesus— other lights are paling, Which for long years we have rejoiced to see; The blessings of our pilgrimage are failing; We would not mourn them, for we go to Thee. 4 We would see Jesus — this is all we're needing, Strength, joy, and willingness come with the sight; We would see Jesus, dying, risen, pleading; Then welcome, day! and farewell, mortal night! 501 PRAY, brethren, pray! The sands are falling; Pray, brethren, pray! God's voice is calling, Yon turret strikes the dying chime; We kneel upon the verge of time: Ref. — Eternity is drawing nigh! Eternity is drawing nigh! (is drawing nigh!) 2 Praise, brethren, praise! The skies are rending! Praise, brethren, praise! The fight is ending; Behold, the glory draweth near, The King Himself will soon appear: 3 Watch, brethren, watch! The years are dying: Watch, brethren, watch! Old time is Hying! Watch as men watch the partiDg breath, Watch as men watch for life or death: 4 Look, brethren, look! The day is breaking; Hark, brethren, hark! The dead are waking: With girded loins all ready stand; Behold, the Bridegroom fs at hand! 502 YOUNG men in Christ the Lord, Own Him your Saviour God, His name adore; For by His wondrous sacrifice, He paid the great redemption price, That all might have eternal life, That come to God through Him. 312 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 2 Young men in Christ the Lord, Be mighty in His word, Its truths declare; And seek the Holy Spirit's power, By faith and persevering prayer, That ye may witness anywhere, That sinful men are found. 3 Young men in Christ the King, Your grateful tribute bring, Of love and praise; United in His royal name, With loyal hearts His words proclaim, Throughout the world to all Young Men, "Ye must be bom again." 4 Young men in Christ the Friend, On Him all hopes depend, Of true relief; To every burdened soul you meet, His gracious, loving words, so sweet, *' Gome unto me," with love repeat, "And I will give you rest." 5 Young men in Christ, arise, The world before you lies, Enslaved in sin; Make haste to swell the mission band, Prepare to go at His command, To save lost men in every land, At any sacrifice. C Young men in Christ the Son, In Him we ;ill are one; For this He prayed; Thi-n let us join the heavenly throng, To sound His praise in endless song, For all we have and are belong To Christ, our Lord Divine. 503 WE are coming homo to Jesus, We have heard His welcome voice; We are trusting in His goodness, In His mercy we rejoice. 504 505 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 313 Ref. — 1|: We are coming home,: 1 ! We are coming from the darkness to the light; ||: We are coming home,:|l We are coming home to-night. 2 We are coming home to Jesus, For He died that we might live: He is willing to receive us, He is waiting to forgive. 3 We are coming home to Jesus, By the cross, our only way; There He finished our redemption, And we can no more delay. AT even, ere the sun was set, The sick, O Lord, around Thee lay; Oh, in what divers pains they met! Oh, with what joy they went away! 2 Once more 'tis eventide; and we, Oppressed with various ills, draw near; What if Thy form we cannot see! We know and feel that Thou art here, 3 O Saviour Christ, our woes dispel; For some are sick and some are sad, And some have never loved Thee well, And some have lost the love they had. 4 And all, O Lord, crave perfect rest. And to be wholly free from sin; And they who fain would serve Thee best. Are conscious most of sin within. 5 Thy touch has still its ancient power; No word from Thee can fruitless fall; Here in this solemn evening hour, Lord, in Thy mercy heal us all. O TENDER beseechings of Jesus! How sweetly they fall on the earl O gospel of grace and of kindness, God's love and compassion brought near! -314. Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. Cho. — Is the Spirit of Jesus now striving? His warning, my brother, obey; Resist not His gracious beseeching, O grieve not the Saviour away. 2 Beseeching in love for our Saviour, Unworthy we pray in His stead; Believe in the word of forgiveness, Accept of the ransom He made. 3 Beseeching His blood-bought, His ransomed, Your bodies to Him gladly yield, That, in you, and through you, and by you, His grace may be fully revealed. 4 Beseeching the saints to be holy, Filled always with meekness and love; Like Jesus so gentle and lowly, Reflecting the light from above. 5 Beseeching that all for His coming Unshaken may ever remain, And stand with the saved and the chosen, With Him in His glorious reign. 506 TROUBLED heart, thy God is calling! He is drawing very near; Do not hide thy deep emotion, Do not check that falling tear. Ono. — O, be saved, His grace is free! ||:0, be saved, He died for thee! :|| 2 Come, the Spirit still is pleading, Come to Him, the meek and mild; He is waiting now to save you, Wilt thou not bo reconciled? 3 Art thou waiting till the morrow ? Thou may'st never see its light; Come at once! accept His mercy; He is waiting — como to-night 4 Let the angels bear the tidings Upward to the courts of heaven! Let them sing, with holy rapture, O'er another soul forgiven! 507 508 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 315 OLOED, my soul rejoiceth in Thee, My tongue Thy mercy is telling; I've found Thy love so precious to me, My heart with its rapture is swelling. Bef. — Wonderful love! O wonderful love! I'll sing of its fulness forever; I've found the way that leadeth above, The way to the life-giving river. 2 I came to Thee o'erburdened with care, My guilt with sorrow confessing; 'Twas love, Thy love, that banished my fear,. And gave me for sadness a blessing. 3 To Thee, my hope and refuge divine, My faith is fervently clinging; And every hour some token of lovo New joy to my spirit is bringing. 4 I look beyond this valley of tears, Where Thou, a mansion preparing, Wilt call me home forever with Thee, The bliss of the glorified sharing. ETEKNAL life God's Word proclaims To lost and dying men; By it alone we know the Lord, Unseen by mortal ken. Cho. — blessed Word, gracious Word, We love it more and more; O may it be our Strength and Sword, Till earthly strife is o'er. 2 God's grace is in His Holy Word; We need it every day; In all our conflicts, this the Sword, Our every foe to slay. 3 By this same Word we know our work; And how it should be done; How we should live, and how through grace- The promised crown is won, 316 Gospel Hymns Kos. I to 6 Complete. 509 OCOME to the merciful Saviour who calls you, O come to the Lord who forgives and forgets; Though dark be the fortune on earth that befalls you, A bright home awaits you whose sun never sets. Cho. — Come home, come home, In darkness no longer to roam, 'Tis Jesus who tenderly calls you to-day, Oh brother, my brother, come home. 2 O come then to Jesus whose arms are extended To fold His dear children in closest embrace; O come, and your exile shall shortly be ended, And Jesus will show } 7 ou the light of His face. 3 Then come to the Saviour, whose mercy grows brighter The longer you look at the depths of His love; O fear not, 'tis Jesus, and life's cares grow lighter While thinking of home and the glory above. 510 I AM not skilled to understand WhatGodhathwill'd, what Godhath plann'd; I only know at His right hand Is One who is my Saviour! 2 I take Him at His word indeed: "Christ died for sinners," this I read; For in my heart I find a need Of Him to be my Saviour! 3 That He should leave His place on high, And come for sinful man to die, You count it strange? — so once did I, Before I knew my Saviour! 4 And O that He fulfilled may see The travail of His soul in me, And with His work contended be, As I with my (bar Saviour! E Yea, living, dying, let me bring IVJy strength, my solace from this spring, That He who lives to be my King, Once died to be mv Saviour. liuu lie who iive:s lo ue my iv Once died to be my Saviour. 511 512 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 317 FOUNTAIN of purity opened for sin, Here may the penitent wash and be clean; Jesus, Thou blessed Redeemer from woe, Wash me and I shall be whiter than snow. Cho. — Whiter than snow, whiter than snow, Wash me, Redeemer, And I shall be whiter than snow. 2 Though I have labored again and again, All my self-cleansing is utterly vain; Jesus, Redeemer from sorrow and woe, Wash me and I shall be whiter than snow. 3 Cleanse Thou the thoughts of my heart, I implore, Help me Thy light to reflect more and more; Daily in loving obedience to grow, Wash me and I shall be whiter than snow. 4 Whiter than snow! nothing further I need, Christ is the Fountain; this only I plead; Jesus my Saviour, to Thee will I go, Wash me and I shall be whiter than snow. I BRING to Thee, O Master, My burden and. my grief; I do believe Thy promise, Help Thou mine unbelief. 2 I bring my guilty nature, For cleansing and for cure; Oh, heal my sore diseases, Restore and make me pure. 3 Thy mercy reaches lower Than all the depths of sin; As Thy compassions fail not, Oh, give me peace within. 4 My faltering faith I bring Thee, My weak and wavering will; My spirit fails and falters; Thy promises fulfill. 318 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Co2iplete. 513 OUT on the desert, seeking, seeking; Sinner, 'tis Jesus seeking for thee; Tenderly calling, calling, calling, Hither, thou lost one, O come unto Me. Cho. — Jesus is calling, Jesus is oalling; Why dost thou linger? why tarry away? Come to Him quickly, say to Him gladly, Lord, I am coming, coming to-day. 2 Still He is waiting, waiting, waiting; O what compassion beams in His eye! Hear Him repeating, gently, gently. Come to thy Saviour, O why wilt thou die? 3 Lovingly pleading, pleading, pleading, Mercy, though slighted, bears with thee yet; Thou canst be happy, happy, happy; Come ere the life-star forever shall set. 514 * i /~ s \ OD bless yon! " from the heart we sing, \JT God give to every ono His grace; Till He on high His ransomed bring To dwell with Him in endless peace. Cho. — God bless you! God bless you! Bless and keep us all in Jesus' love; And, when our partings here are over, Take us to the joys above. 2 God bless you on your pilgrim way, Through storm and sunshine guiding still; His presence guard you day by day, And keep you safe from ovcry ill. 3 Gold bless you in this world of strife, When oft the soul would homeward fly, And give the sweetness to your life, Of waiting for tho rest on high. 4 God bless yon, and the patience give To walk through life by Jesus' side; For Him to bear, for Him to live, And then with Him be glorit'n 1. Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 319 5 God bless us all, and give us rest When Christ shall come and glory dawn; Our sun is swinging toward the west, Life's little day will soon be gone. 515 IS thy cruse of comfort failing ? Rise and share it with a friend, And through all the years of famine It shall serve thee to the end. Love divine will fill thy store-house, Or thy handful still renew; ||: Scanty fare for one will often Make a royal feast for two.:|| 2 For the heart grows rich in giving; All its wealth is living grain; Seeds, which mildew in the garner, Scattered, fill with gold the plain. Is thy burden hard and heavy ? Do thy steps drag wearily ? ||: Help to lift thj' brother's burden, God will bear both it and thee. :|| 3 Lost and weary on the mountains, "Wouldst thou sleep amidst the snow ? Chafe that frozen form beside thee, And together both shall glow. Art thou wounded in life's battle? Many stricken round thee moan, |J: Give to them thy precious ointment, And that balm shall heal thine own.rfl 4 Is thy heart a well left empty ? None but God its void can fill; Nothing but a ceaseless fountain Can its ceaseless longings still. Is thy heart a living power ? Self-entwined, its strength sinks low; jj: It can only live by loving, And by serving, love will grow. :|| 320 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 516 517 LORD, at Thy mercy-seat Humbly I fall; Pleading Thy promise sweet, Lord, hear my call; Now let Thy work begin, Oh, make me pure within, Cleanse me from every sin, Jesus, my all. 2 Tears of repentant grief Silently fall; Help Thou my unbelief, Hear Thou my call; Oh, how I pine for Thee! 'Tis all my hope and plea: Jesus has died for me, Jesus, my all. 3 Still at Thy mercy-seat, Saviour, I fall; Trusting Thy promise sweet, Heard is my call; Faith wings my soul to Thee; This all my song shall be, Jesus has died tor me, Jesus, my all. COME into His presence with singing, O worship the Lord with a song, A tribute of gratitude bringing. To Him to whom praises belong; But oh, while you join in thanksgiving, With voices in tuneful accord, Remember, He watehes your living, And sing with your hearts to the Lord. Cno.- Singing, singing, This is true worship and love;. Living, singing, This is accepted above. 2 Not yet, as the angels in heaven, May mortals their gratitude sing; Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to G Complete. 321 Not here upon earth is it given, Perfection of service to bring; But earnest and true adoration, The heart in the hymn and the prayer, Will be an accepted oblation, And lighten life's burden and care. 3 Then come to His courts with rejoicing, And join in the chorus of praise; The prayer and the anthem but voicing The thanks which your loving hearts raise; With grace in your hearts even duty Will change into pleasure ere long, And seeing the King in His beauty. Your life shall then be as a song. 518 TRUE-HEARTED, whole-hearted, faithful and loyal. King of our lives, by Thy grace we will be; Under the standard exalted and royal, Strong in Thy strength we will battle for Thee. Cho. — Peal out the watchword! silence it never! Song of our spirits, rejoicing and free; Peal out the watchword! loyal forever! King of our lives, by Thy grace we will be. 2 True-hearted, whole-hearted, fullest allegiance Yielding henceforth to our glorious King; Valiant endeavor and loving obedience, Freely and joyously now would we bring. 3 True-hearted, whole-hearted, Saviour all-glorious! Take Thy great power and reign there alone, Over our wills and affections victorious, Freely surrendered and wholly Thine own. 519 BLEST Jesus, grant us strength to take Our daily cross, whate'er it be, And gladly, for Thine own dear sake, In paths of duty follow Thee. 2 And day by day, we humbly ask That holy memories of Thy cross May sanctify each common task. And turn to gain each earthly loss. 322 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 3 Help us, dear Lord, our cross to bear, Till at Thy feet we lay it down; Win through Thy blood our pardon there, And through the Cross attain the Crown. 520 521 TTOW^sweet, O Lord, Thy word of grace i Which bids a sinner seek Thy face, : And never seek in vain; :|J "hat face, once set so steadfastly To meet Thy cross of agony, II: Can never me disdain. :|| 2 Thy visage, marred and crowned with thorn. Thou didst not hide from grief and 4corn, l|: Nor from the dews of night; :|| Yet, in that face a love appears Which scatters all my gloomy fears, ||: And fills my soul with light. :|| 3 The heavens declare Thy power and love; In all Thy works, below, above, || : Thy majesty I trace; :|| Hut mercy shines not in the skies, And hope within my spirit dies, ||: Until I see Thy face.:|| 4 The brightness of Thy glory, Lord, Fills heaven and earth and written Word ||: With beams of heavenly grace; :|| But all the hosts of heaven shino With no such radiance divine ||: As Thy most blessed face.:|| TT1IS the hallowed hour of prayer, X And we trustingly bring All our doubtings and our tears To our Saviour and King; For we know that He delights A glad welcome to give, And the blessings that we ask for Wc shall fully receive. 522 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to G Co^iflete. 323 Cho. — Precious hour of prayer! Hallowed hour of prayer! Sacred season of communion, It is sweet to be there! 2 Tis the precious hour of prayer, And we humbly entreat: Father, breathe the Spirit now, As we bow at Thy feet; Touch our lips with power of song; Fill our souls with Thy love; And bestow the benediction Of Thy peace from above. 3 'Tis the sacred hour of prayer, Calm as heaven above; Soul to soul is breathing here The communion of love; Every heart is sweetly filled With a peace most profound; Oh, the place is like to heaven Where such true joys abound. BEHOLD how plain the truth is made; Since Christ the ransom price has paid, And all our sins on Him were laid, We must in Him be saved. Cho. — If thou shalt confess with thy mouth, Confess with thy mouth the Lord Jesus, And believe in thine heart That God hath raised Him from the dead, ||:Thou shalt be saved. :|| 2 The death of Christ upon the tree Was for the judgment due to thee; He died that thou mightst ransomed be And live by faith in Him. 3 By raising Jesus from the dead Our blessed God has surely said, That He accepts the blood He shed As cleansing us from sin. 324 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 4 And now to God as sons brought nigh, We come and "Abba Father" cry, And seek the Spirit's full supply That we as sons may live. 523 524 THE Lord keep watch between us, The ever-present Friend; No love like His so mighty, To keep and to defend. Cho. — Mizpah! Mizpah! Keep watch in tenderest love, Until our praises mingle Around the throne above. 2 Though absent from each other, We ;ire not far from Him; Let not our courage falter, Let not our faith grow dim. 3 Though time and space may sever The Master's servants here, 'Tis only for a season, The meeting-time draws near. 4 The Lord Himself is watching, In tenderness and love; Let praises meet and mingle Around the throne above. ENCAMPED along the hills of light, Ye Christian soldiers, rise, And press the battle ere the night Shall veil the glowing skies; Against the foe m vales below, Let all our strength be hurled; Faith is the victory, we know, That overcomes the world. Cho. — 1|: Faith is the victory! :|| Oh, glorious victory, That overcomes the world. 525 Gospel Hymns Xos. 1 to 6 Complete. 325 2 His banner over us is love, Our sword the word of God; We tread the road the saints above With shouts of triumph trod: By faith, they like a whirlwind's breath, Swept on o'er every field; The faith by which they conquered Death Is still our shining shield. 3 On every hand the foe we find Drawn up in dread array; Let tents of ease be left behind, And onward to the fray; Salvation's helmet on each head, With truth all girt about, The earth shall tremble 'neath our tread, And echo with our shout. 4 To Him that overcomes the foe, White raiment shall be given; Before the angels he shall know His name confessed in heaven; Then onward from the hills of light, Our hearts with love aflame; "We'll vanquish all the hosts of night, In Jesus' conquering name. GREAT Jehovah, mighty Lord, Vast and boundless is Thy word; King of kings, from shore to shore Thou shalt reign for evermore. 2 Jew and Gentile, bond and free, All shall yet be one in Thee; All confess Messiah's name, All His wondrous love proclaim. 3 From her night shall China wake, Afric's sons their chains shall break; Egypt, where Thy people trod, Shall adore and praise our God. 326 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 4 India's groves of palm so fair Shall resound with praise and prayer; Ceylon's isle with joy shall sing, Glory be to Christ our King. 5 North and South shall own Thy sway; East and West Thy voice obey; Crowns and thrones before Thee fall, King of kings and Lord of all. 528 SLEEP on, beloved, sleep, and take thy rest; Lay down thy head upon thy Saviour's breast; We love thee well, but Jesus loves thee best — Good-night! Good-night! Good-night! 2 Calm is thy slumber as an infant's sleep; But thou shalt wake no more to toil and weep: Thine is a perfect rest, secure and deep — Good-night! 3 Until the shadows from this earth are cast, Until He gathers in His sheaves at last; Until the twilight gloom be overpast— Good-night! 4 Until the Easter glory lights the skies; Until the dead in Jesus shall arise, And He shall come, but not in lowly guise — Good-night! 5 Until, made beautiful by Lovo Divine, Thou, in tlui likeness of thy Lord shalt shine, And He shall bring that golden crown of thine — Good-night! 6 Only "Good-night," beloved— not "farewell!" A little while, and all His saints shall dwell In hallowed union indivisible — Good-night! 7 Until we meet again before His throne, Clothed in the spotless robe He gives His own, Until we know even as we are known - Good-night! 527 528 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 327 C HEIST hath risen! Hallelujah! Blessed morn of life and light; Lo, the grave is rent asunder, Death is conquered through His might. Cho. — Christ is risen! Hallelujah! Gladness fills the world to-day; From the tomb that could not hold Him, See, the stone is rolled away. 2 Christ hath risen! Hallelujah! Friends of Jesus, dry your tears; Through the vail of gloom and darkness, Lo, the Son of God appears. 3 Christ hath risen! Hallelujah! He hath risen, as He said; He is now the King of glory, And our great exalted Head. TEE living God, who by His might Spake but the word and there was light, Hath promised now to show His grace To sinful men, in Jesus' face. Cho. — In Jesus' face! in Jesus' face! O wondrous sight! O wondrous grace! The living God through sin concealed, In Jesus' face is now revealed. 2 This mighty Christ, so strong and true, Has come from God, His work to do; He comes with power the soul to save, To give the victory o'er the grave. 3 In Jesus' face our God we know, And trust in Him to bear us through; He will not leave us to defeat, But make our victory complete. 4 When darkness gives the soul distress, When sorrows on our pathway press, One look at Him will clouds displace, While comfort beams from Jesus' face. 328 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to G Complete. 5 Then come, ye weary ones, and rest; Come, sinful souls, and here be blessed; Within your heart give Christ His place, And see God's love in Jesus' face. 529 530 O SAVIOUR, precious Saviour, Whom, yet unseen, we love; O Name of might and favor, All other names above. Cho.— We worship Thee! we bless Thee! To Thee alone we sing! We praise Thee and confess Thee, Our Saviour, Lord and King, 2 O bringer of salvation, Who wondrously hast wrought, Thyself the revelation Of love beyond our thought. 3 In Thee all fulness dwelleth, All grace and power divine; The glory that excelleth, O Son of God, is Thine. 4 Oh, grant the consummation Of this our song, above, In endless adoration, And everlasting love. BEYOND the light of setting suns, Beyond the clouded sky, Beyond where starlight Hades in night, — I have a homo on high. Cno. — A mansion there, not made with hands. A plaoe prepared for me; And while God lives, and angels sing, That home my home shall be. 2 Beyond all pain, beyond all care, Beyond life's mystery, Beyond the range of lime and ehange, — My home's reserved for me. 531 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 329 3 Swift-flying worlds, their nights that roll Far out on seas of light, Will bring no darkness to my soul; My home's beyond the night. 4 My sins and sorrows, strifes and fears, I bid them all farewell, High up amid th'eternal years, With Christ, my Lord, to dwell. ODAY of rest and gladness, O day of joy and light; O balm of care and sadness, Most beautiful, most bright; On thee the high and lowly, Through ages joined in tune, Sing " Holy, holy, holy," To the great God Triune. 2 On thee, at the creation, The light first had its birth; On thee, for our salvation, Christ rose from depths of earth; On thee our Lord victorious, The Spirit sent from heaven; And thus on thee, most glorious, A triple light was given. 3 New graces ever gaining From this our day of rest, We reach the rest remaining To spirits of the blest; To Holy Ghost be praises, To Father, and to Son; The Church her voice upraises To Thee, blest Three in One. 532 STEETCH forth thy hand," thy palsied hand, Fear not, it is thy Lord's command; Seek not from Him to hide thy sin, Confess, and ask to be made clean. 330 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to G Complete. Cbo. — " Stretch forth thy hand," on Christ belie ve, "Stretch forth thy hand," the power receive He offers grace so full and free, " Stretch forth thy hand," Ho speaks to thee 2 *' Stretch forth thy hand," thy empty hand, No gift of thine will God commend; The empty hand that shows thy need, Of this alone will Ho take heed. 3 " Stretch forth thy hand," thy helpless hand, Upheld by God, thy soul shall stand; Fight not in thine own strength the foe, But trusting Jesus, onward go. 4 "Stretch forth thy hand," thy dying hand, When thou shalt come to Jordan's strand; Through all the billows Christ shall guide, And bring thee safo to Canaan's side. 533 NOT now, but in the coming years, It may be in the better land, We'll read the meaning of our tears, And there, sometime, we'll understand. Cho.— Then trust in God through all thy days;; Fear not! for He doth hold thy hand; Though dark thy way, still sing and praise: Sometime, somotime, we'll understand. 2 We'll catch the broken threads again, And finish what we hero began; Heaven will the mysteries explain, And then, ah then, we'll understand. 3 We'll know why clouds instead (if sun Were over many a cherished plan; Why song has ceased when scarce begun; 'Tis thero, sometime, we'll understand. 4 Why what wo long for most of all, Eludes so oft our eager hand; Why hopes are crushed and castles fall, Up there, sometime, we'll understand. Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 331 5 God knows the way, He holds the key, He guides us with unerring hand; Sometime with tearless eyes we'll see; Yes, there, up there, we'll understand. 534 FADING away like the stars of the morning, Losing their light in the glorious sun — Thus would we pass from the earth and its toiling, Only remembered by what we have done. Rep. — Only remembered, only remembered, Only remembered by what we have done; Thus would we pass from the earth and its toiling, Only remembered by what we have done. 2 Shall we be missed, though by others succeeded, Reaping the fields we in spring-time have sown? No, for the sowers may pass from their labors, Only remembered by what they have done. 3 Only the truth that in life we have spoken, Only the seed that on earth we have sown; These shall pass onward when we are forgotten, Fruits of the harvest and what we have done. 4 Oh, when the Saviour shall make up His jewels, When the bright crowns of rejoicing are won, Then shall His weary and faithful disciples, All be remembered by what they have done. S35 WORK, for time is flying, Work w T ith hearts sincere^ Work, for souls are dying, Work, for night is near; In the Master's vineyard, Go and work to-day; Be no useless sluggard Standing in the w T ay. 2 In this glorious calling, Work till day is o'er; Work, till evening falling; You can work no more; 332 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. Then your labor bringing To the King of kings, Borne with joy and singing Home on angels' wings. 3 There where saints adore Him, Where the ransomed meet, Joy they show before Him, Bowing at His feet; Hear the Master saying, From His heavenly throne, When thy toil rewarding, "Laborer, well done!" 536 HAVE you sought for the sheep that have wandered, Far away on the dark mountains cold ? Have you gone, like the tender Shepherd, To bring them again to the fold ? Have you followed their weary footsteps ? And the wild desert waste have you crossed, Nor lingered till safe home returning, You have gathered the sheep that were lost? 2 Have you been to the sad and the lonely, Whose burdens are heavy to bear? Have you carried the name of Jesus, And tenderly breathed it in prayer? Have you told of the great salvation He died on the cross to secure? Have you asked them to trust in the Saviour W T hose love shall forover endure ? 3 Have you knelt by tho sick and the dying, The message of mercy to tell? Have you stood by the trembling captive Alone in his dark prison cell ? Have you pointed the lost to Jesus, And urged them on Him to believe? Have you told of the life everlasting That all, if they will, may receive? 4 If to Jesus you answer these questions, And to Him have been faithful and true, Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 333 Then behold, in the mansions yonder Are crowns of rejoicing for you; And there from the King eternal Your welcome and greeting shall be, "Inasmuch" as 'twas done for " my brethren," Even so it was done '• unto me." 537 WHEN morning gilds the skies, My heart awaking cries, May Jesus Christ be praised; Alike at work and prayer, To Jesus I repair; May Jesus Christ be praised. 2 Does sadness fill my mind ? A solace here I find, May Jesus Christ be praised; Or fades my earthly bliss ? My comfort still is this, May Jesus Christ be praised. 3 Be this, while life is mine, My canticle divine, May Jesus Christ be praised; Be this th'eternal song, Through all the ages long, May Jesus Christ be praised. 538 THE call of God is sounding clear, O Christian, let it reach thine ear; Endeavor now of souls to bring A band to love and serve the King. Cho. — Let us go forth, the call is clear, Let us go forth, no tarrying here; For Him to live, the Christ, the Lord, A crown from Him, our high reward. 2 Let us go forth, as called of God, Redeemed by Jesus' precious blood; His love to show, His life to live, His message speak, His mercy give. 334 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 3 Let " Christ alone! " our watchword be — The Son of God who made us free; He bore our sins, He makes us pure, For His name's sake we all endure. 4 The Christ of God to glorify, His grace in us to magnify; — • His word of life to all make known, Be this our work, and this alone. 539 I WILL lift up mine eyes unto the hills, from whence \ cometh my | help; || My help cometh from the Lord, which made | heaven and \ earth. |] 2 He will not suffer thy foot to be moved: He that keepeth thee | will not | slumber; || Behold, He that keepeth Israel shall neither | slumber nor | sleep. |] 3 The Lord is thy keeper: the Lord is thy shade upon thy J right | hand; || The sun shall not smite thee by day, nor the | moon by | night. || 4 The Lord shall preserve thee from all evil: He shall pre- 1 serve thy | soul. || The Lord shall preserve thy going out and thy coming in from this time forth, and even for j ever- | more. ( Amen. II 540 I)RESS on, press on, pilgrim, Rejoicing in the Lord; Believing in His promise, And trusting in His word; F( ai not, for He is with us, Whate'er the cross wo bear; And soon, beyond the swelling tide, We'll gather over there. Hkt. — 1|: Gather over there; :|| And soon, beyond the swelling tide, We'll gather over there. 541 542 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 335 2 Press on, press on, O pilgrim, Along the heavenly way; Eemember God commands us To watch and work and pray; He bids us all be faithful, And cast on Him our care; And soon, beyond the swelling tide, We'll gather over there. 3 Press on, press on, pilgrim, Though clouds and storms may rise; The Light that never failcth Shines brightly in the skies; Press on where crowns await us, In yonder mansions fair; And soon, beyond the swelling tide, We'll gather over there. THERE'S a wideness in God's mercy, Like the wideness of the sea: There's a kindness in His justice, Which is more than liberty. 2 There is welcome for the sinner, And more graces for the good; There is mercy with the Saviour; There is healing in His blood. 3 For the love of God is broader Than the measure of man's mind; And the heart of the Eternal Is most wonderfully kind. 4 If our love were but more simple, We should take Him at His word; And our lives would be all sunshine In the sweetness of our Lord. O DAUGHTER take good heed, Incline, and give good ear; Thou must forget thy kindred all, And father's house most dear. 336 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. Thy beauty to the King, Shall then delightful be: And do thou humbly worship Him, Because thy Lord is He. Cho.— With gladness and with joy, Thou all of them shalt bring, And they together enter shall The palace of the King, ||: The palace of the King; :|| And they together enter shall The palace of the King. 2 The daughter then of Tyre There with a gift shall be, And all the wealthy of the land Shall make their suit to thee. The daughter of the King All-glorious is within; And with embroideries of gold Her garments wrought have been. 3 She comcth to the King In robes with needle wrought; The virgins that do follow her Shall unto Thee be brought. With gladness and with joy, Thou all of them shalt bring, And they together enter shall The palace of the King. 4 And in Thy fathers' stead, Thy children thou shalt take, And in all places of the earth Them noble princes make. I will show forth thy name To generations all: The people then tore evermore To Thee give praises shall. 543 HAPPY day that fixed my choice On Thee, my Saviour and my God! Well may this glowing heart rejoice, And tell its raptures all abroad. o Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 337 Cho. — Happy day, happy day, When Jesus washed my sins away; He taught me how to watch and pray, And live rejoicing every day; Happy day, happy day, When Jesus washed my sins away. 2 O happy bond that seals my vows To Him who merits all my love; Let cheerful anthems fill His house, While to that sacred shrine I move. 3 Tis done, the great transaction's done; I am my Lord's and He is mine; He drew me, and I followed on, Charmed to confess the voice divine. 4 Now rest, my long-divided heart, Fixed on this blissful centre, rest; Nor ever from thy Lord depart, With Him of every good possessed. 5 High heaven, that heard the solemn vow, That vow renewed shall daily hear, Till in life's latest hour I bow, And bless in death a bond so dear. 544 SPEED away! speed away on your mission of light, To the lands that are lying in darkness and night; : Tis the Master's command; go ye forth in His name, The wonderful Gospel of Jesus proclaim; Take your lives in your hand, to the work while 'tis day, Speed away! speed away! speed away! 2 Speed away, speed away with the life-giving Word, To the nations that know not the voice of the Lord; Take the wings of the morning and fly o'er the wave, In the strength of your Master the lost ones to save; He is calling once more, not a moment's delay, Speed away! speed away! speed away! 3 Speed away, speed away with the message of rest, To the souls by the tempter in bondage oppressed; For the Saviour has purchased their ransom from sin, And the banquet is ready, gather them in; To the rescue make haste, there's no time for delay, Speed away! speed away! speed away! 338 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to G Complete. 545 TTALLELUJAH! Hallelujah! JLI. Hearts to heaven and voices raise; Sing to God a hymn of gladness, Sing to God a hymn of praise; He who on the cross a victim For the world's salvation bled, Jesus Christ the King of glory, Now is risen from the dead. 2 Christ is risen, Christ the first fruits Of the holy harvest-field, Which will all its full abundance, At His glorious advent, yield; Then the golden ears of harvest Will before His presence wave, Rising in His sunshine, joyous From the furrows of the grave. 3 Hallelujah! Hallelujah! Glory be to God above! Hajlelujah to the Saviour, Fount of life and source of love; Hallelujah to the Spirit; Let our high ascriptions be, Hallelujah, now and ever, To the blessed Trinity. 546 '/"lAST thy bread upon the waters," V7 You who have but scant supply Angel ryes will watch above it, You shall find it by and by: He who in His righteous balance, Doth each human action weigh, Will your sacrifice remember, Will your loving deeds repay. "Cast thy bread upon the waters," Sad and weary, worn with care; Often sitting in the shadow, — 1 live you not a crumb to spare? Can you not to those around you Sing some little song of hope, 547 548 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 339 As yon look with longing vision Through faith's mighty telescope? 3 " Cast thy bread upon the waters," You who have abundant store; It may float on many a billow, It may strand on many a shore; You may think it lost forever, But, as sure as God is true, In this life, or in the other, It will yet return to you. OH, list to the watchman crying, Come, come away; The arrows of death are flying, Come, come to-day. Ceo.— ||: Come, come away; :|| Jesus is gently calling, Come, come to-day. 2 The Spirit of God is pleading, Come, come away; The Saviour is interceding, Come, come to-day. 3 The mercy of God is calling, Come, come away; How sweetly the words are falling, Come, come to-day. 4 The angels of God entreat you, Come, come away; The Father Himself will meet you, Come, come to-day. OH, hear the joyful message, 'Tis sounding far and wide; Good news of full salvation, Through Him, the Crucified; God's Word is truth eternal; Its promise all may claim, "Who look by faith to Jesus, And call upon His name. 3-iO Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. Cho.— ||: "Whosoever calletli, :j| Whosoever calleth on His name shall be saved! ||: Whosoever calletli, :j| Whosoever calleth on the Lord shall be saved!" 2 Ye souls that long in darkness, The path of sin have trod, Behold the light of mercy! Behold the Lamb of God; With all your heart believe Him, And now the promise claim, That none shall ever perish, Who call upon His name. 3 Ye weary, heavy-laden, Oppressed with toil and care, He waits to bid you welcome, And all your burdens bear; A precious gift He offers, A. gift that all may claim, Who look to Him believing, And call upon His name. 549 **rpHOUGH your sins be as scarlet, JL They shall be as white as snow; Though they be red like crimson, They shall be as wool;" I: "Though your sins be as scarlet, :| |: They shall be as as white as snow. 2 Hear the voice that entreats you, Oh! return ye unto God! He is of great compassion, And of wondrous love; Hear the voice that entreats you,:| Oh, return ye unto God! :|| 3 He'll forgivo your transgressions, And remember them no more! " Look unto me, ye people," Saith the Lord your God; He'll forgive your transgressions,: And remember them no more.:!! 550 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 341 TTO, reapers in the whitened harvest! Oft feeble, faint and few, wait upon the blessed M Our strength He will renew. Come wait upon the blessed Master, Cho.— For "they that wait upon the Lord shall renew their strength, They shall mount up with wings, they shall mount up with wings as eagles; | : They shall run and not be weary, They shall walk and not faint." :j| 2 Too oft a-weary and discouraged, "We pour a sad complaint; Believing in a living Saviour, Why should we ever faint ? 3 Rejoice, for He is with us alway, Lo, even to the end! Look up, take courage and go forward, All needed grace He'll send. 551 "^VTEiTHER do I condemn thee,"— Jl.\ O words of wondrous grace; Thy sins were borne upon the cross, Believe, and go in peace. Cho. — " Neither do I condemn thee," O sing it o'er and o'er; " Neither do I condemn thee, Go, and sin no more." 2 "Neither do I condemn thee," — For there is therefore now No condemnation for thee, As at the cross you bow. 3 "Neither do I condemn thee,"— I came not to condemn; I came from God to save thee, And turn thee from thy sin. 342 Gospel. Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 4 " Neither do I condemn thee," — O praise the God of grace; O praise His Son our Saviour, For this His word of peace. *52 553 HE lives and loves, our Saviour King; With joyful lips your tribute bring; Repeat His praise, exalt His Name, Whose grace and truth are still the same. Cho.— His mercy flows, an endless stream, To all eternity the same; To all eternity, to all eternity, To all eternity the same. 2 His hand is strong, His word endures, His sacrifice our peace secures; From sin and death He doth redeem, Plis changeless love be all our theme. 3 Each day reveals His constant love, With " mercies new" from heaven above; Through ages past His word has stood; Oh, taste and see that He is good. O THANK the Lord, the Lord of love, O thank the God all gods above; ( I thank the mighty King of kings, Whose arm hath done such wondrous things. Cho. — His mercy flows, etc. 2 Whose wisdom gave the heavens their birth, And on the waters spread the earth; Who taught y<»n glorious lights their way, The radiant sun to rule the day. moon and stars to rule the night, With radiance of a milder light; Who smote the Egyptians' stubborn pride, Winn in His wrath, their first-born died, 4 Who thought on us amidst our woes, And rescued us from all our foes; Who daily feeds each living thing; O thank the heaven's Almighty King. 554 555 Gospsx Hymns Noa 1 to 6 Complete. 343 "TT^HEN morning lights the eastern skies. V ? Thy mercy, Lord, disclose; And let Thy loving kindness rise; On Thee my hopes repose. Cho. — 1|: On Thee my hopes repose; :[| And let Thy loving kindness rise; On Thee my hopes repo.se. 2 Teach me the way "where I should go; I lift my soul to Thee; Redeem me from the raging foe; To Thee, O Lord, I flee. 3 Because Thou art my God, I pray, Teach me to do Thy will; O lead me in the perfect way By Thy good Spirit still. 4 Eevive me, Lord, for Thy great name, And, for Thy judgment's sake; From all my woes. O Lord, reclaim, My soul from trouble take. OTHOU my soul, bless God the Lord, And all that in me is; Be lifted up His holy name, To magnify and bless. (/HO. — "Bless the Lord, bless the Lord, Bless the Lord, O my soul, And all that is within me, Bless His holy name." 2 Bless, O my soul, the Lord thy God, And not forgetful be Of all His gracious benefits He hath bestowed on thee. 3 All thy iniquities who doth Most graciously forgive; Who thy diseases all and pains Doth heal, and thee relieve. 344 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 4 Who doth redeem thy life, that thou To death may'st not go down; Who thee with loving kindness doth And tender mercies crown. 556 557 I'LL Thee exalt, my God, O King, Thy name I will adore; I'll bless Thee every day, and praise Thy name for evermore. 2 The Lord is great, much to be rjraised, His greatness search exceeds; Kace unto race shall praise Thy works, And show Thy mighty deeds. 3 I of Thy glorious majesty The honor will record: I'll speak of all Thy mighty works, Which wondrous are, O Lord. 4 Men, of Thine acts the might shall show, Thine acts that dreadful are; And I, Thy glory to advance, Thy greatness will declare. ICPJED to God, I cried, He heard; In (lay of grief I sought the Lord; All night with hands stretched out I wept, My soul no comfort would accept. Cho. — Hath God forgotten to be kind? Hia tender love in wrath confined? My weakness this, yet faith doth stand Recalling years of God's right hand. 2 I thought of God, and was distressed: Complained, yet trouble round me pressed; Thou holdest, Lord, my eyes awake; So great my grief 1 cannot speak. 3 The days of old I called to mind, Th ancientyears when God was kind; i called to mind my song by night; My musing spirit sought for light. Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 345 4 Will God cast off for evermore ? His favor will He ne'er restore ? Has grace for ever passed away ? Or, doth His promise fall for aye ? 558 IN Thy great loving kindness, Lord, Be merciful to me; In Thy compassions great blot out All my iniquity. Cho.— Wash Thou me, yes, wash Thou me, And then I shall be whiter than the snow, I shall be whiter than the snow. 2 O wash me thoroughly from sin; From all my guilt me cleanse; For my transgressions I confess; I ever see my sins. 3 'Gainst Thee, Thee only have I sinned, Done evil in Thy sight, That when Thou speak'st Thou may'st be just, And in Thy judging right. 4 Behold, I in iniquity My being first received; And with a nature all corrupt My mother me conceived. 559 THEE will I love, O Lord, my strength, My fortress is the Lord; My rock, and He that doth to me Deliverance afford. Cho. — My God whom I will trust, A buckler unto me, The horn of my salvation, too, And my high tower is He. 2 The Lord is worthy to be praised, Upon His name I'll call; And He from all my enemies Preserve me safely shall. 34C> Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 3 In my distress I called on God, Cry to my God did I; He from His temple heard my voice, To His ears came my cry. 4 I therefore will to Thee, O Lord, In songs my thanks proclaim; And I among the heathen will Sing praises to Thy name. 560 FAR from Thy sacred courts my tears Have been my food by night and day, While constantly, with bitter sneers, " Where is thy God?" the scoffers say. Cho.— As pants the hart for water brooks, So pants my soul, O God, for Thee: For Thee it thirsts, to Thee it looks, Aud longs the living God to see. 2 These things I'll call to mind, and cry, When I shall tread the sacred way To Zion, praising God on high, With throngs who keep the holy day. 3 O why art thou cast down, my soul? And what should so disquiet thee ? Still hope in God, and Him extol, Whose face brings saving health to me. 561 FROM the depths do I invoke Thee, Jehovah, give an ear; To my voice be Thou attentive, And my supplications hear. Cno. -I am waiting, I am waiting, And my hope is in His word; I am waiting, over waiting, Yea, my soul waits for the Lord. 2 Lord, if Thou bhouldst mark transgressions, Who before Thee, Lord, shall stand? Bui with Thee there is forgiveness. That Thy name may fear commuud. Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 347 3 Israel, hope thou in Jehovah, Mercies great are found with Hira; He, abounding in redemption, Israel will from sin redeem. 562 O PRAISE our Lord, where rich in grace His presence fills His holy place; Praise Him in yon celestial arch, ji: Where holds His power its glorious march. : | Cho. — O praise Him, O praise Him for all His deeds of fame; O praise Him, O praise Him, praise His mighty name; Let all that breathe with glad accord Lift up their voice, and praise the Lord. 2 praise Him for His deeds of fame, O praise the greatness of His name; O praise Him with the trumpet's sound, 1 1: With harp and psaltery answering round. :|j 3 O praise Him with the notes of joy, And every harp in praise employ; On cymbals loud, Jehovah pra ; se, |f: On cymbals high His glory raise. :|| 563 TO Thee I lift my soul, O Lord; My God, I trust in Thee; O let me never be ashamed, Nor foes exult o'er me. Cho. — Remember me, remember me, O Lord, remember me; In mercy for Thy goodness' sake, O Lord, remember me. 2 O Lord, let none be put to shame, Upon Thee who attend; But make all those to be ashamed, Who causelessly offend. 3-18 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to G Complete. 3 Thy ways, Lord, show; teach me Thy paths; Lead me in truth, teach me; For of my safety Thou art God; All day I wait on Thee. 4 Let not the errors of my youth, Nor sins remembered be; In mercy, for Thy goodness' sake, O Lord, remember me. 564 DOWN in the valley with my Saviour I would go, Where the flowers are blooming and the sweet waters now; Everywhere He leads me I would follow, follow on. Walking in His footsteps till the crown be won. Cho. — Follow! follow! I would follow Jesus! Anywhere, everywhere, I would follow on! Follow! follow! I would follow Jesus! Everywhere Ho leads mo I would follow on! 2 Down in the valley with my Saviour I would go, Wlure the storms are sweeping and the dark waters now; With His hand to lead me I will never, never fear, Dangers cannot fright me if my Lord is near. 3 Down in the valley, or upon the mountain steep, Close beside my Saviour would my soul ever keep; He will lead me safely, in the path that He has trod, Up to where they gather on the hills of God. 565 TESUS knows thy sorrow, Knows thino every care; Knows thy deep contrition, Hears thy feeblest prayer; Do not fear to trust Him — Tell Him all thy grief; Cast on 1 1 i in thy burden, Wo will bring relief. 2 Trust the heart of Jesus, Thou art precious there; Surely He would shield theo From the tempter's snare; Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 3-49 Safely He would lead thee By 'His own sweet way, Out into the glory Of a brighter day. 3 Jesus knows thy conflict, Hears thy burdened sigh; When thy heart is wounded, Hears thy plaintive cry; He thy soul will strengthen, Overcome thy fears; He will send thee comfort, "Wipe away thy tears. 566 GATHER them in! for yet there is room At the feast that the King has spread; Oh, gather them in! — let His house be filled, And the hungry and poor be fed. Cho. — Out in the highway, out in the byway, Out in the dark paths of sin, Go forth, go forth, with a loving heart. And gather the wanderers in! 2 Gather them in! for yet there is room; But our hearts — how they throb with pain, To think of the many who slight the call That may never be heard again! 3 Gather them in! for yet there is room; 'Tis a message from God above; Oh, gather them into the fold of grace, And the arms of the Saviour's love! 567 COME, ye that love the Lord, And let your joys be known, j|: Join in a song with sweet accord, :j| ||: And thus surround the throne. :j| Cho. — We're marching to Zion, Beautiful, beautiful Zion; We're marching upward to Zion The beautiful city of God. 350 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. •2 Let those refuse to sing Who never knew our God; J|: But children of the heavenly King, :|J |j: May speak their joys abroad. :|| 3 The hill of Zion yields A thousand sacred sweets, ||: Before we reach the heavenly fields, :|| ||: Or walk the golden streets. :|| 4 Then let our songs abound, And every tear be dry ; |j: We're marching through Immanuel's ground, ||: To fairer worlds on high. : j 568 569 HAVE you any room for Jesus, He who bore your load of sin; As He knocks and asks admission, Sinner will you let Him in ? Cho. — Room for Jesus, King of glory! Hasten now His word obey! Swing the heart's door widely open. Bid Him enter while you may. 2 Room for pleasure, room for business, But for Christ the crucified; Not a place that He can enter, In the heart for which He died? 3 Have you any room for Jesus, As in grace Ho calls again? O to-day is time accepted, To-morrow you may call in vain. 4 Room and time now give to Jesus, Soon will pass God's day of grace; Soon thy heart loft cold and silont, And thy Saviour's pleading cease. ; ? 4 LMOST persuaded," Now to believe; XV "Almost persuaded," Christ to receive; Beems now some soul to say, " Uo, Spirit, go Thy way, Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 351 Some more convenient day On Thee I'll call." 2 "Almost persuaded," Come, come to-day; "Almost persuaded," Turn not away; Jesus invites you here, Angels are lingering near, Prayers rise from hearts so dear: O wanderer come. 3 "Almost persuaded," Harvest is past! "Almost persuaded," Doom comes at last! "Almost" can not avail; "Almost" is but to fail! Sad, sad, that bitter wail — "Almost — bid lost!" 570 THERE were ninety and nine that safely lay In the shelter of the fold, But one was out on the hills away, Far-off from the gates of gold — Away on the mountains wild and bare, ||: Away from the tender Shepherd's care.:|| " Lord. Thou hast here Thy ninety and nine: Are they not enough for Thee? " But the Shepherd made answer: " This of mine Has wandered away from me, And, although the road be rough and steep, ||: I go to the desert to find my sheep." :|| But none of the ransomed ever knew How deep were the waters crossed; Nor how dark was the night that the Lord passed thro' Ere He found His sheep that was lost. Out in the desert He heard the cry — ||: Sick and helpless, and ready to die.:|| " Lord, whence are those blood-drops all the way That mark out the mountain's track ? " " They were shed for one who had gone astray Ere the Shepherd could bring him back," " Lord, whence are Thy hands so rent and torn?" ||: They are pierced to-night by many a thorn." :|| 352 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 5 But all through the mountains, thunder-riven, And up from the rocky steep, There arose a glad cry to the gate of heaven, " Eejoice! I have found my sheep! " And the angels echoed around the throne. ||: " Eejoice for the Lord brings back His own! 571 EEVIVE Thy work, O Lord! > Thy mighty arm make bare; {Speak with the voice that wakes the dead, And make Thy people hear. Cho. — Eevive! revive! And give refreshing showers; The glory shall be all Thine own; The blessing shall be ours. 2 Eevive Thy work, O Lord! Disturb this sleep of death; Quicken the smouldering embers now By Thine Almighty breath. 3 Eevive Thy work, O Lord! Create soul-thirst for Thee; And hungering for bread of lif«, Oh, may our spirits be! 4 Eevive Thy work, O Lord! Exalt Thy precious name., Ami by the Holy Ghost, our love For Thee and Thino inflame. 572 I AM Thine, O Lord, I have hoard Thy voice. And it told Thy love to me; But I long to rise in the arms of faith, And be closer drawn to Thee. Cho. — Draw me nearer, nearer, blessed Lord, To the cross where Thou hast died; Draw mo nearer, nearer, nearer, blessed Lord, To Thy precious, bleeding side. 2 Consecrate me now to Thy service, Lord, By the power of grace divine; Gospel Hyitks Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 353 Let my soul look up with a steadfast hope, And my will be lost in Thine. 3 O, the pure delight of a single hour, That before Thy Throne I spend, When I kneel in prayer, and with Thee my God, I commune as friend with friend. 4 There are depths of love that I cannot know Till I cross the narrow sea, There are heights of joy that I may not reach Till I rest in peace with Thee. 573 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. Cho. — It is well with my soul, It is well, it is well wit! with my soul. 2 Though Satan should buffet, though trials. should come. Let this blest assurance control, That Christ hath regarded my helpless estate. And hath shed His own blood for my soul. 3 My sin — oh, the bliss of this glorious thought — 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! 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. 574 OSAFE to the Rock that is higher than I, My soul in its conflicts and sorrows would fly; So sinful, so weary, Thine, Thine would I be; Thou blest " Rock of Ages," I'm hiding in Thee, Cho. — Hiding in Thee, hiding in Thee, Thou blest "Rock of Ages," I'm hiding in Thee. 354 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 2 In the calm of the moontide, in sorrow's lone hour, In times when temptation casts o'er me its power; In the tempests of life, on its wide, heaving sea, Thou blest " Rock of Ages," I'm hiding in Thee. 3 How oft in the conflict, when pressed by the foe, I have fled to my Refuge and breathed out my woe; How often when trials, like sea-billows roll, Have I hidden in Thee, O Thou Rock of my soul. o 575 |H, where are the reapers that garner in The sheaves of the good from the fields of sin; With sickles of truth must the work be done, And no one may rest till the " harvest home." Cho. — "Where are the reapers! oh, who will come And share in the glory of the " harvest home ? " Oh, who will help us to garner in The sheaves of good from the fields of sin. 2 Go out in the by-ways and search them all; The wheat may be there, though the weeds arc tall; Then search in the highway, and pass none by, But gather from all for the home on high. 3 The fields all are ripening, and far and wide The world now is waiting the harvest tide: But reapers are few and the work is great, ' And much will be lost should the harvest wait. 4 So come with your sickles, ye sons of men, And gather together the golden grain; Toil on till the Lord of the harvest come, Then share yo His joy in the "harvest home." 576 r|X) the work! to the work! wo are servants of God, JL Let us follow the path that our Master lias trod; With the balm of His counsel our strength to ren«w, Let us do with our might what our hands find to do. Cno. — 1|: Toiling on, toiling on, :|| Let us hope, let us watch, And labor till the Master comes. Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 355 2 To the work! to the work! let the hungry be fed. To the fountain of Life let the weary be led; In the cross and its banner our glory shall be, "While we herald the tidings, " Salvation is free!" 3 To the work! to the work! there is labor for all, For the kingdom of darkness and error shall fall; And the name of Jehovah exalted shall be In the loud swelling chorus, " Salvation is free!" 4 To the work! to the work! in the strength of the Lord, And a robe and a crown shall our labor reward; "When the home of the faithful our dwelling shall be, And we shout with the ransomed " Salvation is ft 5T7 I WILL sing of my Redeemer, And His wondrous love to me; On the cruel cross He suffered, From the curse to set me free. Cho. — Sing, oh, sing, of my Redeemer! With His blood He purchased me, On the cross He sealed my pardon, Paid the debt, and made me free. 2 I will tell the wondrous story, How my lost estate to save, In His boundless love and mercy, He the ransom freely gave. 3 I will praise my dear Redeemer, His triumphant power I'll tell; How the victory He giveth Over sin, and death, and hell. 4 I will sing of my Redeemer, And His heavenly love to me; He from death to life hath brought me, Son of God, with Him to be. 578 THERE are lonely hearts to cherish, "While the days are going by; There are weary souls who perish, While the days are going by; 356 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. If a smile we can renew, As our journey we pursue, Oh, the good we all may do, While the days are going by Cho.— ||: Going by, going by, :|] Oh, the good we all may do, "While the days are going by. 2 There's no time for idle scorning, While the days are going by; Let your face be like the morning, While the days are going by; Oh, the world is full of sighs, Full of sad and weeping eyes; Help your fallen brother rise, While the days are going by. 3 All the loving links that bind us While the days are going by; One by one we leave behind us, While the days are going by; But the seeds of good we sow, Both in shade and shine will grow, And will keep our hearts aglow, While the days are going by. 579 SING them over again to me, Wonderful words of Life, Let me more of their beauty see, Wonderful words of Life. Words of life and beauty, Teach me faith and duty; ||: Beautiful words, wonderful words, Wonderful words of Life.:|| Christ, the blessed One gives to all Wonderful words of Life, Sinner, list to tho loving call, Wonderful words of Life. All so freely given, Wooing us to heaven. ||: Beautiful words, wonderful words Wonderful words of Life. :|| Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 357 3 Sweetly echo the gospel call, Wonderful words of Life, Offer pardon and peace to all, Wonderful words of Life. Jesus, only Saviour, Sanctify forever. |]: Beautiful words, wonderful words, Wonderful words of Life.:!] 580 BEHOLD, what love, what boundless love, The Father hath bestowed On sinners lost, that we should be Now called the sons of God! Cho.— Behold, what manner of love! What manner of love the Father hath bestowed upon us, That we — that we should be called, Should be called the sons of God. 2 No longer far from Him, but now By " precious blood" made nigh; Accepted in the " Well-belov'd," Near to God's heart we lie. 3 What we in glory soon shall be, It doth not yet appear; But when our precious Lord we see, We shall His image bear. 4 With such a blessed hope in view, We would more holy be, More like our risen, glorious Lord, Whose face we sood shall see. 581 SIMPLY trusting every day, Trusting through a stormy way; Even when my faith is small. Trusting Jesus that is all. Cho.— Trusting as the moments fly, Trusting as the days go by: Trusting Him whate'er befall, Trusting Jesus, that is all, 358 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 2 Brightly doth His Spirit shine Into this poor heart of mine; "While He leads I cannot fall, Trusting Jesus, that is all. 3 Singing, if my way is clear; Praying, if the path is drear; If in danger, for Him call; Trusting Jesus, that is all. 4 Trusting Him while life shall last, Trusting Him till earth is past; Till within the jasper wall, Trusting Jesus, that is all. 582 YIELD not to temptation. For yielding is sin, Each victory will help you Some other to win; Fight manfully onward. Dark passions subdue, Look ever to Jesus, He'll carry you through. Cho. — Ask the Saviour to help yon, Comfort, strengthen, and keep you, He is willing to aid you, He will carry you through, 2 Shun evil companions, Bad language disdain, God's name hold in reverence, Nor take it in vain; Be thoughtful and earnest, Kind-hearted and true, Look ever to Jesus, He'll carry you through. 3 To him that o'ercometh God giveth a crown, Through faith we shall eonquer. Though often east down; 583 584 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 359 He who is our Saviour, Our strength will renew; Look ever to Jesus, He'll carry you through. WHAT a friend we have in Jesus, All our sins and griefs to bear; What a privilege to carry Everything to God in prayer. Oh, what peace we often forfeit, Oh, what needless pain we bear — All because we do not carry Everything to God in prayer. 2 Have we trials and temptations ? Is there trouble anywhere? "We should never be discouraged; Take it to the Lord in prayer. Can we find a Friend so faithful, Who will all our sorrows share ? Jesus knows our every weakness, Take it to the Lord in prayer. 3 Are we weak and heavy-laden, Cumbered with a load of care ? Precious Saviour, still our Refuge, — Take it to the Lord in prayer. Do thy friends despise, forsake thee? Take it to the Lord in prayer; In His arms He'll take and shield thee, Thou wilt find a solace there. I'VE found a Friend; oh, such a Friend! He loved me ere I knew Him; He drew me with the cords of love, And thus He bound me to Him; And 'round my heart still closely twine Those ties which naught can sever, For I am His, and He is mine, Forever and forever. 360 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 2 I've found a Friend; oh, such a Friend! He bled, He died to save nie; And not alone the gift of life, But His own self He gave me. Nought that I have my own I call, I hold it for the Giver: My heart, my strength, my life, my all, Are His, and His forever. 3 I'vo found a Friend; oh, such a Friendt All power to Him is given; To guard me on my onward course, And bring me safe to heaven. Th'eternal glories gleam afar, To nerve my faint endeavor; So now to watch, to work, to war, And then to rest forever. 4 I've found a Friend; oh, such a Friend! So kind, and true, and tender, So wise a Counsellor and Guide, So mighty a Defender! From Ilim, who loves me now so well, What power my soul can sever? Shall life, or death, or earth, or hell? No; I am His forever. 585 PASS mo not, O gentle Saviour, Hear my humble cry; "While on others Thou art smiling, Do not pass mo by. Cno. — Saviour, Saviour, hoar my humble cry, While on others Thou art calling, Do not pass me by. 2 Let me at a throne of mercy Find a sweet relief; Knooling there in deep contrition, Help my unbelief: 8 Trusting only in Thy merit, Would I seek Thy Eace; Heal my wounded, broken spirit,. Save me by Thy grace. 586 587 Gospel Hymxs Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 361 4 Thou the Spring of all my comfort, More than life to me, Whom have I on earth beside Thee ? Whom in heaven but Thee ? MY Jesus, I love Thee, I know Thou art mine! For Thee all the follies of sin I resign; My gracious Kedeemer, my Saviour art Thou, If ever I loved Thee, my Jesus, 'tis now. 2 I love Thee, because Thou hast first loved me, And purchased my pardon on Calvary's tree; I love Thee for wearing the thorns on Thy brow; If ever I loved Thee, my Jesus, 'tis now. 3 I will love Thee in life, I will love Thee in death, And praise Thee as long as Thou lendest me breath; And say when the death-dew lies cold on my brow. If ever I loved Thee, my Jesus, 'tis now. 4 In mansions of glory and endless delight, I'll ever adore Thee in heaven so bright; I'll sing with the glittering crown on my brow, If ever I loved Thee, my Jesus, 'tis now. COME, every soul by sin oppressed, There's mercy with the Lord, And He will surely give you rest, By trusting in His word. Cho. — Only trust Him, only trust Him, Only trust Him now; He will save you, He will save you, He will save you now. 2 For Jesus shed His precious blood Rich blessings to bestow; Plunge now into the crimson flood That washes white as snow, 3 Yes, Jesus is the Truth, the Way; That leads you into rest; Believe in Him without delay, And you are fully blest. 362 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 4 Come then, and join this holy bund, And on to glory go, To dwell in that celestial land Where joys immortal flow. 588 589 I HEAR the Saviour say — Thy strength indeed is small; Child of weakness, watch and pray, Find in Me thine all in all. Cho. — Jesus paid it all, All to Him I owe; Sin had left a crimson stain; He washed it white as snow. 2 Lord, now indeed I find Thy power, and Thine alone, Can change the leper's spots, And melt the heart of stone. 3 For nothing good have I Whereby Thy grace to claim — I'll wash my garments white In the blood of Calvary's Lamb. 4 When from my dying bed My ransomed soul shall rise, Then "Jesus paid it all!" Shall rend the vaulted skies. 5 And when before the throne I stand in llim complete, I'll lay my trophies down, All down at Jesus' feet. I HAVE a Saviour, lie's pleading in glory, A dear, loving Saviour tho' earth-friends be few; And now lie is watching in tenderness >>'>t me, JJut oh, that my Saviour were your Saviour too. Cho. — For you I am praying, ||:For you I am praying, :|| I'm praying for you. Gospei; Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 363 2 I have a Father: to me He Jias given A hope for eternity, blessed and true; And soon will He call me to meet Him in heaven, But oh, that He'd let me bring you with me too! 3 I have a robe: 'tis resplendent in whiteness, Awaiting in glory my wondering view; Oh, when I receive it all shining in brightness, Dear friends, could I see you receiving one too! 4 I have a peace: it is calm as a river — A peace that the friends of this world never knew; My Saviour alone is its Author and Giver, And oh, could I know it was given to you! 5 When Jesus has found you, tell others the story, That my loving Saviour is your Saviour too; Then pray that your Saviour may bring them to glorr And prayer will be answered — 'twas answered for J09* 590 SOUL of mine, in earthly temple, Why not here content abide ? Why art thou forever pleading? Why art thou not satisfied? Cho. — ||:I shall be satisfied, I shall be satisfied, When I awake in His likeness. : ) 2 Soul of mine, my heart is clinging To the earth's fair pomp and pride; Ah, why dost thou thus reprove me? Why art thou not satisfied? 3 Soul of mine, must I surrender, See myself as crucified; Turn from all of earth's ambition, That thou may'st be satisfied. 4 Soul of mine, continue pleading; Sin rebuke, and folly chide; I accept the cross of Jesus, That thou may'st be satisfied. 364 GosrEL Ht3Ins Nos. 1 to G Complete. 591 592 SAVIOUR! Thy dying love Thou gavest me, Nor should I aught withhold, Dear Lord, from Thee; Iu love my soul would bow, My heart fulfill its vow, Some offering bring Thee now, Something for Thee. 2 O'er the blest mercy-seat, Pleading for me, My feeble faith looks up, Jesus, to Thee: Help me the cross to bear, Thy wondrous love declare, Some song to raise, or prayer, Something for Thee. 3 Give me a faithful heart — Likeness to Thee— That each departing day Henceforth may see Some work of love begun, Some deed of kindness done, Some wanderer sought and won, Something for Thee. 4 All that I am and havo — Thy gifts so free In joy, in grief, through lift?, Dear Lord, for Thee! And when Thy faoe I see, My ransomed soul shall be, Through all eternity, Something for Thee. I RESCUE the perishing, \ Care for the dying, Snatch them in pity from sin and the grave; Weep o'er tint erring one, Lift up the fallen, Tell them of Jesus the mighty to save. 593 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 365 Cho. — Eescue the perishing, Care for the dying; Jesus is merciful, Jesus will save. 2 Though 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. 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 were broken will vibrate once more. 4 Eescue the perishing, Duty demands it; Strength for thy labor the Lord will provide: Back to the narrow way Patiently win them; Tell the poor wanderer a Saviour has died. SAVIOUR, more than life to me, I am clinging, clinging close to Thee; Let Thy precious blood applied, Keep me ever, ever near Thy side. Ref. — Every day, every hour, Let me feel Thy cleansing power; May Thy tender love to me Bind me closer, closer, Lord, to Thee. 2 Through this changing world below, Lead me gently, gently as I go; Trusting Thee, I cannot stray, I can never, never lose my way. 3 Let me love Thee more and more, Till this fleeting, fleeting life is o'er; Till my soul is lost in love, In a brighter, brighter world above. 366 Gospel Hymn's Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 594 595 MOKE holiness give me. More strivings within; More patience in suffering, More sorrow for sin; More faith in my Saviour, More sense of His care; More joy in His service, More purpose in prayer. 2 More gratitude give me, More trust in the Lord; More pride in His glory, More hope in His word; More tears for His sorrows, More pain at His grief; More meekness in trial, More praise for relief. 3 More purity give me, More strength to o'ercome; More freedom from earth-stains. More longings for home; More fit for the kingdom, More used would I be; More blessed and holy, More, Saviour, like Tfiee. I HE Alt Thy welcome voice That culls me, Lord, to Thee; For cleansing in Thy precious blood That flowed on Calvary. Cho. — I am coming Lord! Coming now to Thee! Wash me, cleanse me, in the blood That flowed on Calvary. ! Though coming weak and vile, Thou dost my strength assuro; Thou dost my vileness fully cleanse, Till spotless all and pure. Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 36' 3 Tis Jesus calls rne on To perfect faith and love, To perfect hope, and peace, and trust, For earth and heaven above. 4 Tis Jesus who confirms The blessed work within, By adding grace to welcomed grace, Where reigned the power of sin. 5 And He the witness gives To loyal hearts and free, That every promise is fulfilled, If faith but brings the plea. 6 All hail, atoning blood! All hail, redeeming grace! All hail, the Gift of Christ, our Lord, Our Strength and Righteousness! 596 TpiS the blessed hour of prayer, when our hearts lowly J bend, And we gather to Jesus, our Saviour and Friend; If we come to Him in faith, His protection to share, What a balm for the weary! O how sweet to be there! Cho. — Blessed hour of prayer, blessed hour of prayer; What a balm for the weary! O how sweet to be there! 2 'Tis the blessed hour of prayer, when the Saviour draws near, With a tender compassion His children to hear; When He tells us we may cast at His feet every care, What a balm for the weary! O how sweet to be there! 3 'Tis the blessed hour of prayer, when the tempted and tried To the Saviour who loves them their sorrow confide: With a sympathizing heait He removes every care; What a balm for the weary! O how sweet to be there! 4 At the blessed hour of prayer, trusting Him we believe That the blessings we're needing we'll surely receive, In the fulness of this trust we shall lose every care; What a balm for the weary! how sweet to be there! 368 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 597 I NEED Thee every hour, Most gracious Lord; No tender voice like Thine Can peace afford. Bep.— I need Thee, oh! I need Thee; Every hour I need Thee; O bless me now, my Saviour! I come to Thee. 2 I need Thee every hour; Stay Thou near by; Temptations lose their power When Thou art nigh. 3 I need Thee every hour; In joy or pain; Come quickly and abide, Or life is vain. 4 I need Thee every hour; Teach me Thy will; And Thy rich promises In me fulfil. 5 I need Thee every hour, Most Holy One; Oh, make me Thine indeed, Thou blessed Son. 598 JESUS, keep me near the (Toss, There a precious fountain Free to all— a healing Btream, Flows from Calvary's mountain. Cno. —In the Gross, in the Cross, Be my glory ever; Till my raptured soul shall find Rest beyond the river. 2 Near the Cross, a trembling soul, Love and meroy found me; Tin re the Bright and Morning Star Shed its beams around me. 599 600 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Co^iplete. 369 * ' ' j 3 Near the Cross! O Lamb of God, Bring its scenes before me; Help me walk from day to day, With its shadows o'er me. 4 Near the Cross I'll watch and wait, Hoping, trusting ever, Till I reach the golden strand, Just beyond the river. THOU my everlasting portion, More than friend or life to me, All along my pilgrim journey, Saviour, let me walk with Thee. Eef.— j|: Close to Thee, close to Thee; :|| All along my pilgrim journey, Saviour, let me walk with Thee. 2 Not for ease or worldly pleasure, Nor for fame my prayer shall be; Gladly will I toil and suffer, Only let me walk with Thee. Eef.— ||: Close to Thee, close to Thee; :|| Gladly will I toil and suffer, Only let me walk with Thee. 3 Lead me through the vale of shadows, Bear me o'er life's fitful sea; Then the gate of life eternal, May I enter, Lord, with Thee. Eef.— ||i Close to Thee, close to Thee; :j| Then the gate of life eternal, May I enter, Lord, with Thee. I GAVE My life for thee, My precious blood I shed, That thou might'st ransomed be, And quickened from the dead; I gave, I gave My life for thee, What hast thou given for Me ? 370 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Cohtlete. 2 My Father's house of light, — My glory-circled throne I left, for earthly night, For wanderings sad and lone; I left, I left it all for thee, East thou left aught for Me ? 3 I suffered much for thee, More than my tongue can tell, Of bitterest agony, To rescue thee from hell; I've borne, I've borne it all for thee, What hast thou borne for Me? 4 And I have brought to thee. Down from My home above, Salvation full and free. My pardon and My love; I bring, I bring rich gifts to thee, What hast thou brought to Me? 601 THERE is a green hill far away. Without a city wall; Where the dear Lord was crucified, Who died to save us all. Cho. — Oh dearly, dearly has He Loved, And wo must love Him too; And trust in His redeeming blood, And try His works to do. 2 We may not know, we cannot tell What pains lb' had to bear; But we believe it was for us He hung and suffered there. 3 He died that we might be forgiven He died to make us good, That we might go at last to heaven, Saved by His precious blood. 4 There was no other good enough, To pay the price of sin; He only could unlock the gate Of heaven and let us in. 602 603 Gospel Hxmns Xos. 1 to 6 Complete. 371 BEYOND the smiling and the weeping, I shall be soon, I shall be soon; Beyond the waking and the sleeping, Beyond the sowing and the reaping, I shall be soon, I shall be soon. Kef. — Love, rest and home! Sweet, sweet home! Lord, tarry not, Lord tarry not, but come. 2 Beyond the blooming and the fading, I shall be soon, I shall be soon; Beyond the shining and the shading, Beyond the hoping and the dreading, I shall be soon, I shall be soon. 3 Beyond the parting and the meeting, i shall be soon, I shall be soon; Beyond the farewell and the greeting, Beyond the pulse's fever beating, I shall be soon, I shall be soon. 4 Beyond the frost-chain and the fever, I shall be soon, I shall be soon; Beyond the rock-waste and the river. Beyond the ever and the never, I shall be soon, I shall be soon. OH, the clanging bells of Time! Night and day they never cease; We are wearied with their chime, For they do not bring us peace; And we hush our breath to hear, And we strain our eyes to see If thy shores are drawing near, — Eternity! Eternity! 2 Oh, the clanging bells of Time! How their changes rise and fall, But in undertone sublime, Sounding clearly through them all, S72 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to G Complete. Is a voice that must be heard, As our moments onward flee, And it speaketh, aye, one word, — Eternity! Eternity! 3 Oh, the clanging bells of Time! To their voices, loud and low, In a long, unresting line We are marching to and fro; And we yearn for sight or sound, Of the life that is to be, For thy breath doth wrap us round,— Eternity! Eternity! 4 Oh, the clanging bells of Time! Soon their notes will all be dumb, And in joy and peace sublime, "We shall feel the silence come; And our souls their thirst will slake, And our eyes the King will see, "When thy glorious morn shall break, - Eternity! Eternity! 604 ^MTE shall meet beyond the river, V V By and by, by and by; And the darkness shall be over, liy and by, by and by; With the toilsome journey done, And the glorious battle won, We shall shine forth as the sun, By and by, by and by. 2 Wo. shall strike the harps of glory, By and by, by and by; We shall sing redemption's story By and by, by and by; And the strains for evermore Shall resound in sweetness o'er Yonder everlasting shore, By and by, by and by. 3 We shall see and be like Jesus, By and by, by and by; Gospel Hyitns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 373 "Who a crown of life will give us, By and by, by and by; And the angels who fulfil All the mandates of His will Shall attend, and love us still, By and by, by and by. 4 There our tears shall all cease flowing, By and by, by and by; And with sweetest rapture knowing, By and by, by and by; All the blest ones, who have gone To the land of life and song, — "We with shoutings shall rejoin, By and by, by and by. 605 C HEIST is coming! let creation From her groans and travail cease; Let the glorious proclamation Hope restore and faith increase : Cho. — [|: Christ is coming! Christ is coming! Come, Thou blessed Prince of peace! :]] 2 Earth can now but tell the story Of Thy bitter cross and pain; She shall yet behold Thy glory, When Thou comest back to reign. 3 Though once cradled in a manger, Oft no pillow but the sod; Here an alien and a stranger, Mocked of men, disowned of God. 4 Long Thy exiles have been pining, Far from rest, and home, and Thee; But, in heavenly vesture shining, Soon they shall Thy glory see. 5 With that " blessed hope " before us, Let no harp remain unstrung; Let the mighty ransomed chorus Onward roll from tongue to tongue. 374 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to G Cotmplete. 606 JOY to the World! the Lord is come; Let earth receive her King; Let every heart prepare Him room, And heaven and nature sing. 2 Joy to the world! the Saviour reigns; Let men their songs employ; "While fields and Hoods, rocks, hills, and plains. Repeat the sounding joy. 3 He rules the world with truth and grace. And makes the nations prove The glories of His righteousness, And wonders of His love. 607 I AM far frae my hamo, an' I'm weary aftcnwhilcs, For the langed-for hame-bringin', an' my Faither'a welcome smiles An' I'll ne'er be fu' content, until my een do see The gowden gates o' heav'n an' my ain countrie. The earth is tleck'd wi' flowers, mony-tinted, fresh an' gay. The birdies warble blithely, for my Faither made them sae: But these sichts an' these Bonn's will as naething be tome. When I hear the angels singin' in my ain countrie. 2 I've His glide word o' promise that some gladsomo day, the King To His ain royal palace His banished name will bring; Wi' ecu an' wi' lit rt rinnin' owre, we shall see The King in His beauty, in ooi ain countrie. My sins hae been mony, an' my sorrows hae been sair; lint there they'll never vex me, nor be remembered mair: For His bluid has made me white, an' His ban' shall dry my e'e, Wlun He brings me hamo at last, to my ain countrie. '& Sac little noo I ken, o' yon blessed, bonnie place, I only ken it's Hame, wliaur we shall Bee His faee; It wad surely be .neueh tor ever mair to be In the glory o' His presence, in our ain countrie. Gospel Hym^s Nos. 1 to 6 Co^rpLETE. 375 Like a bairn to its mither, a wee birdie to its nest, I wad fain be gangin' noo, unto my Saviour's breast, For He gathers in His bosom witless, worthless lambs like me, An' carries them Himsel', to His ain countrie. 4 He is faithfu' that hath promised, an' Hell surely come again, He'll keep His tryst wi' me, — at what oor I dinna ken; But He bids me still to wait, an' ready aye to be, To gang at ony moment to my ain countrie: Sae I'm watchin' aye, and singin' o' my hame, as I wait For the soun'in' o' His futfa' this side the gowden gate; God gie His grace to ilka ane wha' listens noo to me, That we a' may gang in gladness to oor ain countrie. 608 I'VE reached the land of corn and wine, And all its riches freely mine; Here shines undimmed one blissful day, For all my night has passed away. €30. — Beulah land, sweet Beulah land, As on thy highest mount I stand, I look away across the sea, Where mansions are prepared for me. And view the shining glory shore, My heaven, my home for evermore. 2 The Saviour comes and walks with me, And sweet communion here have we; He gently leads me with His hand, For this is heaven's border-land. 3 A sweet perfume upon the breeze Is borne from ever vernal trees, And flowers that never fading grow Where streams of life forever flow. 4 The zephyrs seem to float to me, Sweet sounds of heaven's melody, As angels, with the white-robed throng, Join in the sweet redemption song. 376 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. S ( 609 I OWING in the morning, sowing seeds of kindness, Sowing in the noontide and the dewy eve; Waiting for the harvest, and the time of reaping, We shall come, rejoicing, bringing in the sheaves. Cho. — [|: Bringing in the sheaves, Bringing in the sheaves, We shall come rejoicing, Bringing in the sheaves. :[J 2 Sowing in the snnshine, sowing in the shadows, Fearing neither clouds nor winter's chilling breeze; By and by the harvest, and the labor ended, We shall come, rejoicing, bringing in the sheaves. 3 Going forth with weeping, sowing for the Master, Though the loss sustained our spirit often grieves; When our weeping's over, He will bid us welcome, We shall come, rejoicing, bringing in the sheaves. 610 DEPTH of mercy! can there bo Mercy still reserved for me ? Can my God His wrath forbear? ||: Me, the chief of sinners, spare? :|] 2 I have long withstood His grace; Long provoked Him to His face; Would not hearken to His calls, []: Grieved Him by a thousand falls.:]] 3 Now, incline mo to repent; Let me now my sins lament; "Now my foul revolt deplore, |] : Look, believe, and sin no more. :jj 611 OUll Lord is now rejected, And by the world disowned, By the many still neglected, And by the few enthroned, But soon He'll come in glory, The hour is drawing nigh. For the crowning day is coming by and by. Gospel Htuns Nos. 1 to G Complete. 377 Cho. — Oh, the crowning day is coming, Is coming by and by, When our Lord shall come in " power," And " glory" from on high. Oh, the glorious sight will gladden, Each waiting, watchful eye, In the crowning day that's coming by and by. 2 The heavens shall glow with splendor, But brighter far than they The saints shall shine in glory, As Christ shall them array, The beauty of the Saviour, Shall dazzle every eye, In the crowning day that's coming by and by. 3 Our pain shall then be over, We'll sin and sigh no more, Behind us all of sorrow, And naught but joy before. A joy in our Bedeemer, As we to Him are nigh, In the crowning day that's coming by and by_ 4 Let all that look for, hasten The coming joyful day, By earnest consecration, To walk the narrow way. By gathering in the lost ones, For whom our Lord did die, For the crowning day that's coming by and by> 612 OH, tender and sweet was the Master's voice As He lovingly called to me, "Come over the line, it is only a step — I am waiting, My child, for thee." Bet. — "Over the line," hear the sweet refrain, Angels are chanting the heavenly strain: "Over the line," — Why should I remain With a step between me and Jesus. §78 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 2 But my sins are many, my faith is small, Lo! the answer came quick and clear; " Thou needest not trust in thyself at all, Step over the line, I am here." 3 But the flesh is weak, I tearfully said, And the way I cannot see; I fear if 1 try I may sadly fail, And thus may dishonor Thee. 4 Ah, the world is cold, and I cannot go back, Press forward I surely must; I will place my hand in His wounded palm, Step over the line, and trust. Ref. — " Over the line," hear the sweet refrain. Angels are chanting the heavenly strain: " Over the line," — I will not remain, I'll cross it and go to Jesus. 613 HOW firm a foundation, ye saints of the Lord! Is laid for your faith in His excellent word! What more can He say, than to you He hath said, — ||: To you, who for refuge to Jesus have fled? : | 2 Fear not, I am with thee, oh, be not dismayed, For I am thy God, I will still give thee aid; I'll strengthen thee, help thee, and cause thee to stand, || : Upheld by My gracious omnipotent hand. :|| 3 " When through the deep waters I call thee to go, '1 he rivers of sorrow shall not overflow; For I will be with thee thy trouble to bless, |: And Banctify to thee thy deepest distress. :|| 4 " The soul that on Jesus hath leaned for reposo, I will not I will not desert to His l'oes; That soul — though all hell should endeavor to shake, ||: I'll never no never— no never forsake!" :|| 614 f^\ LORY bo to the Father, and to tho Son, and to the Holy VJT Ghost; As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, world without end. Amen, Amen. 615 616 Gospel Hymxs Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 37& STAND up! — stand up for Jesus! Ye soldiers of the cross; Lift high His royal banner, It must not suffer loss: From victory unto victory His army shall He lead, Till every foe is vanquished, And Christ is Lord indeed. 2 Stand up! — stand up for Jesus! The trumpet call obey; Forth to the mighty conflict, In this His glorious day: *' Ye that are men, now serve Him,' Against unnumbered foes; Let courage rise with danger, And strength to strength oppose. 3 Stand up! — stand up for Jesus! Stand in His strength alone; The arm of flesh will fail you— Ye dare not trust your own: Put on the gospel armor, And, watching unto prayer, Where duty calls, or danger, Be never wanting there. 4 Stand up! — stand up for Jesus! The strife will not be long; This day, the noise of battle, The next, the victor's song: To him that overcometh, A crown of life shall be; He with the King of glory Shall reign eternally! THE morning light is breaking; The darkness disappears! The sons of earth are waking To penitential tears; Each breeze that sweeps the ocean Brings tidings from afar, Of nations in commotion. Prepared for Zion's war. 380 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 2 See heathen nations bending Before the God we love, And thousand hearts ascending In gratitude above; "While sinners, now confessing, The gospel call obey, And seek the Saviour's blessing— A nation in a day. 3 Blest river of salvation! Pursue thine onward way; Flow thou to every nation, Nor in thy richness stay: Stay not till all the lowly Triumphant reach their home: Stay not till all the holy Proclaim—" The Lord is come! " 617 QOMETIMES a light surprises iO The Christian while He sings; It is the Lord who rises With healing in His wings: When comforts are declining, He grants the soul again A season of clear shining, To cheer it after rain. 2 In holy contemplation, We sweetly then pursue The theme of God's salvation, And find it ever new: Set free from present sorrow, We cheerfully can Bay, Let the unknown to-morrow Bring with it what it may. 3 It can bring with it nothing, But He will bring us through; Who gives the lilies clothing, Will clothe His people too: Beneath the spreading heavens, No creature but is fed; And He who feeds the ravens, Will give His children bread. Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 381 4 Though vine nor fig-tree neither Their wonted fruit shall bear; Though all the fields should wither. Nor flocks, nor herds be there; Yet God the same abiding, His praise shall tune my voice, For while in Him confiding, I cannot but rejoice. 618 '•"TTTHOSOEVER heareth," shout, shout the sound! \ V Send the blessed tidings all the world around; Spread the joyful news wherever man is found: " Whosoever will, may come." Cho. — "Whosoever will, whosoever will," Send the proclamation over vale and hill; 'Tis a loving Father calls the wanderer home: " Whosoever will, may come." 2 *' Whosoever cometh need not delay, Now the door is open, enter while you may; Jesus is the true, the only Living Way; " Whosoever will, may come." 3 " Whosoever will," the promise secure, " Whosoever will," forever must endure; " Whosoever will," 'tis life for evermore: " Whosoever will, may come." 619 LOOK, ye saints, the sight is glorious; See the " Man of sorrows " now; From the fight returned victorious, Every knee to Him shall bow. PwEF. — |j: Crown Him, crown Him, angels crown Him, Crown the Saviour " King of kings." :]J 2 Crown the Saviour, angels, crown Him; Pdch the trophies Jesus brings; In the seat of power enthrone Him, While the vault of heaven rings. Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to G Complete, 3 Sinners in derision crowned Him, Mocking thus the Saviour's claim; Saints and angels crowd around Him, Own His title, praise His name. 4t Hark! the bursts of acclamation! Hark! these loud triuniphant chords; Jesus takes the highest station, Oh, what joy the sight affords. 620 621 JESUS Christ is passing by, Sinner, lift to Him thine eye; As the precious moments flee, Cry, " be merciful to me!" 2 Lo! He stands and calls to thee, " What wilt thou then have of Me ? " Rise, and tell Him all thy need; Rise, He calleth theo indeed. 3 " Lord, I would Thy mercy see; Lord, reveal Thy love to me; Let it penetrate my soul, All my heart and life control." 4 Oh, how sweet the touch of power Comes, — and is salvation's hour; Jesus gives from guilt release, " Faith hath saved thoe, go in peace! I KNOW not the hour when my Lord will ooma To take me away to His own dear home; But I know that His presence will lighten the gloom. And that will be glory for me. Cno. — And that will bo glory forme, Oh, that will be glory for me; But I know that His presence will lighten the gloom. And that will be glory for me. 2 I know not the song that the angels sing, I know not the sound of the harps' glad ring; But I know there'll be mention of Jesus our King, And that will be music for me. Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 383 Cho. — And that will be music for me, Oh, that will be music for me; But I know there'll be mention of Jesus our King And that will be music for me. 3 I know not the form of my mansion fair, I know not the name that I then shall bear; But I know that my Saviour will welcome me there. And that will be heaven for me. Cho. — And that will be heaven for me, Oh, that will be heaven for me; But I know that my Saviour will welcome me there* And that will be heaven for me. 622 RING the bells of heaven! there is joy to-day, For a soul returning from the wild; See! the Father meets him out upon the way, "Welcoming Hi3 weary, wandering child. Cho. — Glory! glory! how the angels sing; Glory! glory! how the loud harps ring; Tis the ransomed army, like a mighty sea, Pealing forth the anthem of the free. 2 Ring the bells of heaven! there is joy to-day, For the wanderer now is reconciled; Yes, a soul is rescued from his sinful way, And is born anew a ransomed child. 3 Ring the bells of heaven! spread the feast to-day. Angels, swell the glad triumphant strain! Tell the joyful tidings! bear it far away! For a precious soul is born again. 623 GOD loved the world of sinners lost And ruined by the fall; Salvation full, at highest cost, He offers free to all. Cho. — Oh, 'twas love,' 'twas wondrous love! The love of God to me; It brought my Saviour from above, ^o die on Calvary. 384 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 2 E'en now by faith I claim Him mine, The risen Son of God; Eedemption by His death I find, And cleansing through the blood. 3 Love brings the glorious fulness in, And to His saints makes known The blessed rest from inbred sin, Through faith in Christ alone. 4 Believing souls, rejoicing go; There shall to you be given A glorious foretaste, here below. Of endless life in heaven. 5 Of victory now o'er Satan's power Let all the ransomed sing, And triumph in the dying hour Through Christ the Lord our King. 624 JESUS shall reign where'er the sun Docs his successive journeys run, His kingdom spread from shore to shore, Till moons shall wax and wane no more. 2 To Him shall endless prayer be made, And praises throng to crown His head: His name, like sweet perfume, shall rise "With every morning sacrifice. 3 Peoplo and realms of every tongue, Dwell on His love with sweetest song; And infant voices shall proclaim Their early blessings on His name. A Blessings abound where'er He reigns The prisoner leaps to loose His chains; The weary find eternal rest, And all the sons of want are blest. 6 Let every creature rise, and bring Peculiar honors to our King: Angels descend with songs again, And earth repeat the loud Amen. 625 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 385 OO let our lips and lives express O The holy gospel we profess; So let our works and virtues shine; To prove the doctrine all divine. 2 Thus shall we best proclaim abroad The honors of our Saviour God; "When His salvation reigns within, And grace subdues the power of sin. 3 Religion bears our spirits up, While we expect that blessed hope,— The bright appearance of the Lord: And faith stands leaning on His word. 626 THE whole world was lost in the darkness of sin, The Light of the world is Jesus; Like sunshine at noonday His glory shone in, The Light of th- world is Jesus. Cho. — Come to the Light, 'tis shining for thee; Sweetly the Light has dawned upon me, Onc-r I was blind but now I can see: The Light of the world is Jesus. 2 No darkness have we who in Jesus abide, The Light of the world is Jesus; We walk in the Light when we follow our Guide, The Light of the world is Jesus. 3 Ye dwellers in darkness with sin-blinded eyes, The Light of the world is Jesus; Go, wash, at His bidding, and light will arise, The Light of the world is Jesus. 4 No need of the sunlight in heaven, we're told, The Light of that world is Jesus; The Lamb is the light in the City of Gold, The Light or that world is Jesus. 627 CIOME home! come home! J You are weary at heart, For the way has been dark, And so lonely and wild; 386 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. O prodigal child! Come home! oh, come home! Cho. — Come home! Come, oh come home! 2 Come home! come home! For we watch and we wait, And we stand at the gate. While the shadows are piled; O prodigal child! Come home! oh come home! 3 Come home! come home! From the sorrow and blame, From the sin and the shame, And the tempter that smiled, O prodigal child! Come home, oh come home! 4 Come home! come home! There is bread and to spare, And a warm welcome there; Then, to friends reconciled, O prodigal child! Come home, oh, come home! 628 NOT now, my child, — a little more rough tossing, A little longer on the billow's foam; A few more journeyings in the desert darkness. And then, the sunshine of thy Father's Home! 2 Not now; for I have wanderers in the distance, And thou must call them in with patient love; Not now; for I have sheep upon the mountains, And thou must follow them where'er they rove. 3 Not now; for I have loved ones sad and weary; Wilt thou not cheer them with a kindly smile? Sick ones, who need thee in their lonely sorrow; Wilt thou not tend them yet a little while ? 4 Not now; for wounded hearts are sorely bleeding, And thou must teach those widowed hearts to sing: Not now; for orphans' tears are quickly falling, They must be gathered 'neath some sheltering wing. Gospel, Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 387 5 Go, with the name of Jesus, to the dying, And speak that Name in all its living power; "Why should thy fainting heart grow chill and weary '? Canst thou not watch with Me one little hour ? 6 One little hour! and then the glorious crowning, The golden harp-strings, and the victor's palm; One little hour! and then the hallelujah! Eternity's long, deep, thanksgiving psalm! 629 630 THE great Physician now is near, The sympathizing Jesus; He speaks the drooping heart to cheer, Oh, hear the voice of Jesus. Cho. — " Sweetest note in seraph song, Sweetest name on mortal tongue. Sweetest carol ever sung, Jesus, blessed Jesus." 2 Your many sins are all forgiven, Oh, hear the voice of Jesus; Go on your way in peace to heaven, And wear a crown with Jesus. 3 All glory to the dying Lamb! I now believe in Jesus; I love the blessed Saviour's name, I love the name of Jesus. 4 His name dispels my guilt and fear, No other name but Jesus; Oh, how my soul delights to hear The precious name of Jesus. Ti 0-DAY the Saviour calls; O ye benighted souls, Why longer roam? Cho. — 1|: Come home, come home, The Saviour calls, come home. Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 ro G Complete. 631 632 2 To-day the Saviour calls; O bear Him now; Within these sacred walls To Jesus bow. 3 To-day the Saviour calls; For refuge fly; The storm of justice falls, And death is nigh. 4 The Spirit calls to-day; Yield to His power; O grieve Him not away, 'Tis mercy's hour. WHERE is my wandering boy to-night — The boy of my tenderest care, The boy that was once my joy and light, The child of my love and prayer? Cho.— ||: O where is my boy to-night? :|| My heart o'erflows, for I love him, he knows; O where is my boy to-night ? 2 Onoe he was pure as morning dew, As he knelt at His mother's knee; No face was so bright, no heart more true, And none was so sweet as he. 3 O could I Bee you now, my boy, As fair as in olden time, When pratt le and smile made home a joy And lite was a merry chime! 4 Go for my wandering boy to-night; (io, search lor him when 1 you will; But bring him to me with all Ins blight, And tell him 1 love him still. IT passeth knowledge, that dear love of Thine! My Jesus! Saviour! yet this soul of mine Would of tlial love, ill all its depth and length. Its height, ami breadth, and everlasting strength, Know more and more. Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 389 633 2 It passeth telling! that dear love of Thine! My Jesus! Saviour! yet these lips of mine Would fain proclaim to sinners far and near A love which can remove all guilty fear, And love beget. 3 It passeth praises! that dear love of Thine! My Jesus! Saviour! yet this heart of mine Would sing a love so rich, so full, so free, Which brought an undone sinner, such as me, Right home to God. 4 But ah! I cannot tell, or sing, or know, The fulness of that love whilst here below; Yet my poor vessel I may freely bring; O Thou who art of love the living spring, My vessel fill. 5 lam an empty vessel! scarce one thought Or look of love to Thee I've ever brought; Yet, I may come, and come again to Thee With this — the contrite sinner's truthful plea — " Thou lovest me." 6 Oh, fill me, Jesus, Saviour, with Thy love! May woes but drive me to the fount above; Thither may I in childlike faith draw nigh, And never to another fountain fly, But unto Thee! 7 And when my Jesus! Thy dear face I see, When at the lofty throne I bend the knee, Then of Thy love, in all its breadth and length, Its height, and depth, and everlasting strength, My soul shall sing. COME, Thou Fount of every blessing. Tune my heart to sing Thy grace; Streams of mercy, never ceasing, Call for songs of loudest praise; Teach me some melodious sonnet, Sung by flaming tongues above; Praise the mount — I'm fixed upon it! Mount of Thy redeeming love. 390 Gospel Hymns Xos. 1 to 6 Completk. 2 Here I'll raise my Ebenezer, Hither by Thy help I'm come; And I hope, by Thy good pleasure, Safely to arrive at home; Jesus sought me when a stranger, Wandering from the fold of God; He, to rescue me from danger, Interposed His precious blood. 3 Oh, to grace how great a debtor, Daily I'm constrained to be! Let Thy goodness, as a fetter, Bind my wandering heart to Thee; Prone to wander, Lord, I feel it — Prone to leave the God I love — Here's my heart, oh, take and seal it, Seal it for Thy courts above. 634 SWEET hour of prayer! sweet hour of prayer! That calls me from a world of care, And bids me at my Father's throne Make all my wants and wishes known: In seasons of distress and grief, My soul has often found relief; }|: And oft escaped the tempter's snare, By thy return, sweet hour of prayer! :|| 2 Sweet hour of prayer! sweet hour of prayer! Thy wings shall my petition bear To Him whoso truth and faithfulness Engage the waiting soul to bless: And since He bids nie seek His face. Believe His word, and trust His grace, |J: I'll oast on Him my every care, And wait for thee, sweet hour of prayer! :|| 3 Sweet hour of prayer! sweet hour of prayerl May 1 thy consolation share, Till, from Mount Piagah's lofty height, I view my home and take my flight; This robe of hVsh I'll drop, and rise To seize, the everlasting prize; II: And shout, while passing through the air, Farewell, farewell, sweet hour of prayer! :|| Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 391 not THERE is life for a look at the Crucified One, There is life at this moment for thee; Then look, sinner, look unto Him and be saved, Unto Him who was nailed to the tree. Eef. — Look! look! look and live! There is life for a look at the Crucified One, There is life at this moment for thee. 2 Oh, why was He there as the Bearer of sin, If on Jesus thy guilt was not laid? Oh, why from His side flowed the sin-cleansing blood. If His dying thy debt has not paid? 3 It is not thy tears of repentance, and prayers, But the blood, that atones for the soul; On Him, then, who shed it, thou mayest at once Thy weight of iniquities roll. 4 Then doubt not thy welcome, since God has declared There remaineth no more to be done; That once in the end of the world He appeared, And completed the work He begun. 4 Then take with rejoicing from Jesus at once The life everlasting He gives; And know with assurance thou never canst die, Since Jesus thy righteousness, lives. 636 COME to the Saviour, make no delay; Here in His word He's shown us the way; Here in our midst He's standing to-day, Tenderly saying, "Come!" Cho. — Joyful, joyful will the meeting be, When from sin our hearts are pure and free; And we shall gather, Saviour, with Thee, In our eternal home. 2 "Suffer the children!" Oh, hear His voice, Let every heart leap forth and rejoice, And let us freely make Him our choice; Do not delay, but come. 392 Gospkl Hymns Xos. 1 to G Complete. 3 Think once again, He's with us to-day; Heed now His blest commands, and obey; Hear now I lis accents tenderly say, •• Will you, my children, come?*' 637 HE leadeth me! oh! blessed thought, O words with heavenly comfort fraught; Whate'er I do, where'er I be, Still 'tis God's hand that leadeth me. lti:r. — He leadeth me! He leadeth me! By His own hand He leadeth me; His faithful follower I would be, For by His hand He leadeth me. 2 Sometimes 'mid scenes of deepest gloom, Sometimes where Eden's bowers bloom, By waters still, o'er troubled sea — Still 'tis God's hand that leadeth me. 3 Lord, 1 would clasp Thy hand in mine, Nor ever murmur nor repine, Content, whatever lot 1 see, Since 'tis my God that leadeth me. 4 An>l when my task on earth is done, When, by Thy grace, the victory's won, E'( n death's cold wave 1 will not flee, Since God through Jordan leadeth me. 638 Wl 'I o make up His jewels, All His jewels, precio vlb jewels, I li- lo\ ed and His own. Cho. Like the Btars of the morning, 1 lis bright crown adorning, They shall shine in their beauty, Bright gems Cor His crown. 2 He will gather. He will gather The jjvins tor I lis kingdom; Vll the pure ones, all the bright ones, His loved ami His own. 639 640 Gospel Hymns Xos. 1 to 6 Complete. 393 3 Little children, litttle children, Who love their Kede^Luer, Are the jewels, precious jewels, His loved and His own. LORD, I hear of showers of blessing Thou art scattering full and free — iShowers the thirsty land refreshing; Let some droppings fall on me — Even me, even me, Let Thy blessing fall on me. 2 Pass me not, O gracious Father, Sinful though my heart may be; Thou might'st leave me, but the rather Let Thy mercy fall on me — 3 Pass me not, O tender Saviour! Let me love and cling to Thee; I am longing for Thy favor; Whilst Thou'rt calling; oh, call me — 4 Pass me not, mighty Spirit! Thou canst make the blind to see; Witnesser of Jesus' merit, Speak the word of power to me — 5 Love of God, so pure and changeless; Blood of Christ, so rich and free; Grace of God, so strong and boundless, Magnify them all in me — 6 Pass me not! Thy lost one bringing, Bind my h-art, Lord, to Thee; While the streams of life are springing, Blessing others, oh, bless me — HAPiK! the voice of Jesus crying, — 4i Who will go and work to-day? Fields are white, at id harvest waiting; Who will bear the sheaves away?" 394 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. Loud and strong the Master calleth, Kick reward He offers thee; "Who will answer, gladly saying, "Here am I; send me, send me!" 4 If yon cannot cross the ocean, And the heathen lands explore, You can find the heathen nearer, You can help them at your door. If you cannot give your thousands, You can give the widow's mite; And the least you do for Jesus, "Will be precious in His sight. 3 If you cannot speak like angels, If you cannot preach like Paul, You can tell the love of Jesus, You can say He died for all. If you cannot rouse the wicked With the judgment's dread alarms, You can lead the little children To the Saviour's waiting arms. 4 If you cannot be the watchman, Standing high on Zion's wall, Pointing out the path to heaven, Offering life and peace to all; "With your prayers and with your bounties You can do what heaven demands; You can be like faithful Aaron, Holding up the prophet's hands. 5 If among the older people, You may not be apt to teach, "Feed my lambs," said Christ, our Shepherd, " Place the food within their reach." And it may be thai the children You have led with trembling hand, "Will be found among your jewels, When you reach the better land. C Let none hear you idly saying, "There Is nothing 1 can do," While the souls of men are dying, And the Master culls, lor you. Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 395 Take the task He gives you, gladly, Let His work your pleasure be; Answer quickly when He calleth, " Here am I; send me. send me!" 641 NOTHING but leaves! The Spirit grievea O'er years of wasted life; O'er sins indulged while conscience slept, O'er vows and promises unkept, And reap from years of strife — Nothing but leaves! Nothing but leaves! 2 Nothing but leaves! No gathered sheaves Of life's fair ripening grain: We sow our seeds; lo! tares and weeds, — Words, idle words, for earnest deeds — Then reap, with toil and pain, Nothing but leaves! Nothing but leavesl 3 Nothing but leaves! Sad memory weaves No veil to hide the past: And as we trace our weary way, And count each lost and misspent day, We sadly find at last — Nothing but leaves! Nothing but leaves! 4 Ah, who shall thus the Master meet, And bring but withered leaves? Ah, who shall, at the Saviour's feet, Before the awful judgment-seat, Lay down, for golden sheaves, Nothing but leaves? Nothing but leaves? 642 " ATET there is room! " The Lamb's bright hall X of song, With its fair glory, beckons thee along; Eef. — Room, room, still room! oh, enter, enter now! 2 Day is declining, and the sun is low; The shadows lengthen, light makes haste to go: Room, room, still room! oh, enter, enter now! 396 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 3 The bridal hall is filling for the feast: Pass in! pass in! and be the Bridegroom's guest: Room, room, still room! oh, enter, enter now! 4 It fills, it fills, that hall of jublilee! Make haste, make haste; 'tis not too full for thee: Room, room, still room! oh, enter, enter now! 5 Yet there is room! Still open stands the gate, The gate of love; it is not yet too late: Boom, room, still room! oh, enter, enter now! 6 Pass in, pass in! That banquet is for thee; That cup of everlasting love is free: Room, room, still room! oh, enter, enter now! 7 All heaven is there, all joy! Go in, go in; The angels beckon thee the prize to win: Room, room, still room! oh, enter, enter now! 8 Ere night that gate may close, and seal thy doom: Then the last, low, long cry: — "No room, no room! No room, no room; — oh, woful cry, " No room! " 643 DO you see the Hebrew captive kneeling, At morning, noon and night, to pray ? in his chamber he remembers Zion, Though in exile far away. -"no. -Are your windows open toward Jerusalem, Though as captives here a "little while " we stay ? For the coining of the King in His glory, Are you watching day by day? 2 Do not tear to tread the fiery furnace, Nor shrink the lion's den to share; For the (iod of Daniel will deliver, I le will send His angel there. '.) Children of the living God. take courage. Your greal deliveranoe Bweetlysing; Set your faces toward the hill of Zion, Thence to hail your oominc Km ' 644 645 Gospel Hymns Xos. 1 to 6 Complete. 307 O OOX shall we see the glorious morning, >0 Saints arise! Saints arise! Sinners, attend the notes of warning; Saints arise! Saints arise! The resurrection day draws near, The King of Saints shall soon appear, And high His royal standard rear; Saints arise! Saints arise! 2 Hear ye the trump of God resounding, Saints arise! Saints arise! Through all the vaults of death rebounding; Saints arise! Saints arise! To meet the Bridegroom, haste, prepare! Put on your bridal garments fair, And hail your Saviour in the air; Saints arise! Saints arise! 3 The Saints who sleep, with joy awaken, All arise! all arise! Their beds of death are quick forsaken, All arise! all arise! Not one of all the faithful few Who here on earth the Saviour knew, But starts with bliss his Lord to view; All arise! all arise! 4 Fast by the throne of God behold them Crowned at last! crowned at last! See in His arms the Saviour folds them, Crowned at last! crowned at last! "With wreaths of glory round their head, No tears of sorrow now are shed, To joy's full fountain all are led, Crowned at last! crowned at last! ; 1% TAN of Sorrows," what a name i.?X For the Son of God, who came, Iiuined sinners to reclaim! Hallelujah, what a Saviour! 398 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to G Complete. 2 Bearing shame and scoffing rude, In my place condemned He stood; Sealed my pardon with His blood; Hallelujah! what a Saviour! 3 Guilty, vile and helpless, we; Spotless Lamb of God was He: " Full atonement!" can it be? Hallelujah! what a Saviour! 4 Lifted up was He to die, "It is finished, " was His cry, Now in heaven exalted high: Hallelujah! what a Saviour! 5 When He comes, our glorious King, All His ransomed home to bring, Then anew this song we'll sing; Hallelujah! what a Saviour! 646 HO! reapers of life's harvest, Why stand with rusted blade, Until the night draws round thee, And day begins to fade ? Why stand ye idle, waiting For reapers more to come ? The golden morn is passing, Why sit ye idle, dumb? 2 Thrust in your sharpened sickle. And gather in the grain, The night is fast approaching, And soon will conic again; The Master calls for reapers, And shall lie call in vain? Shall sheaves Lie there unfathered, And waste upon the plain? !3 Mount up the heights of Wisdom, And crush each error low; Keep back no woids of knowh dge That human hearts should know. 647 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 399 Be faithful to thy mission, In service of thy Lord, And then a golden chaplet Shall be thy just reward. FADE, fade, each earthly joy; Jesus is mine! Break, every tender tie; Jesus is mine! Bark is the wilderness, Earth has no resting-place, Jesus alone can bless, Jesus is mine! 2 Tempt not my soul away; Jesus is mine! Here would I ever stay; Jesus is mine! Perishing things of clay, Born but for one brief day, Pass from my heart away, Jesus is mine! 3 Farewell, ye dreams of night;. Jesus is mine! Lost in this dawning light; Jesus is mine! All that my soul has tried. Left but a dismal void, Jesus has satisfied, Jesus is mine! 4 Farewell, mortality; Jesus is mine! Welcome, eternity; Jesus is mine! Welcome, O loved and blest, Welcome, sweet scenes of rest, Welcome, my Saviour's breast, Jesus is mine! 400 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to G Complete. 648 649 KNOCKING, knocking, who is there ? Waiting, waiting, oh, how fair! "lis a Pilgrim, strange and kingly, Never such was seen before; Ah! my soul, for such a wonder AVilt thou not undo the door ? 2 Knocking, knocking, still He's there, "Waiting, waiting, wondrous fair; But the door is hard to open, For the weeds and ivy-vine, "With their dark and clinging tendrils, Ever round the hinges twine, 3 Knocking, knocking, — what! still there? Waiting, waiting, grand and fair! Yes, the pierced hand still knot-kith, And beneath the crowned hair Beam the patient eyes, so tender, Of thy Saviour, waiting there. I heard tho voice of Jesus say, " Come unto me and rest ; Lay down, thou Weary one, lay down Thy head upon my breast." 2 I came to Jesus as I was — Weary, and worn, and sad; I found in Him a resting place, And lie has made me glad. 3 I heard tho voico of Jesus say, "Behold, I freely give The living water — thirsty one, Stoop down, and drink, and live." ■1 I came l»> Jesus, and 1 drank Of that: life-giving stream; My thirst was quenched, my soul revived, And now I live in Him. r> I hoard the voice of Jesus say, "lam this dark world's Light; Look unlo me, thy morn shall rise, And all thy day be bright." 650 651 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to G Complete. 401 6 I looked to Jesus, and I found In Him my Star, my Sun; And in that light of life I'll walk 'Till traveling days are done. REPEAT the story o'er and o'er, Of grace so full and free; I love to hear it more and more, Since grace has rescued me. Cho. — 1|: The half was never told,:|| Of grace divine, so wonderful, The half was never told. 2 Of peace I only knew the name, Nor found my soul its rest, Until the sweet- voiced angel came To soothe my weary breast. Cho. — 1|: The half was never told, :|| Of peace divine, so wonderful, The half was never told. 3 My highest place is lying low At my Redeemer's feet; No real joy in life I know, But in His service sweet. Cho. — |J: The half was never told,:|| Of joy divine, so wonderful, The half was never told. 4 And oh, what rapture will it be, "With all the host above, To sing through all eternity The wonders of His love ! Cho.— |j: The half was never told,:|| Of love divine, so wonderful, The half was never told. IT may be at morn, when the day is awaking, When sunlight thro' darkness and shadow is breaking, That Jesus will come in the fullness of glory, To receive from the world " His own." 402 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to G Complete. Cho. — 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." 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." 4 Oh, joy! oh, delight! should we go without dying, No sickness, no sadness, no dread and no crying, Caught up through the clouds with our Lord into glory When Jesus receives "His own." 652 STANDING by a purpose true, Heeding God's command, Honor them, the faithful few! All hail to Daniel's Band! Cho. — Dare to be a Daniel, Dare to stand alone! Dare to have a purpose firm! Dare to make it known! 2 Many mighty men are lost, Daring not to stand, Who for God had been a host, By joining Daniel's Band. 3 Many giants, great and tall, Stalking through the land, Headlong to the earth would fall. It met by Daniel's Band. 4 Hold tho BQSpel banner high! On to victory grand! Satan and his hosts defy, And shout for Daniel's Band. Gospel Hymns Xos. 1 to 6 Complete. 403 653 654 A 1 RISE, my soul, arise; Shake off thy guilty fears; The bleeding sacrifice In my behalf appears; Before the throne my Surety stands, My name is written on His hands. 2 He ever lives above, For me to intercede; His all redeeming love, His precious blood to plead; His blood atoned for all our race, And sprinkles now the throne of grace. 3 Five bleeding wounds He bears, Received on Calvary; They pour effectual prayers, They strongly plead for me; Forgive him, oh, forgive, they cry, Nor let that ransomed sinner die. 4 My God is reconciled; His pardoning voice I hear; He owns me for His child; I can no longer fear; With confidence I now draw nigh, And "Father, Abba, Father!" cry. MY hope is built on nothing less Than Jesus' blood and righteousness; I dare not trust the sweetest frame, But wholly lean on Jesus' name. Cho.— On Christ, the Solid Rock, I stand; All other ground is sinking sand. 2 When darkness veils His lovely face, I rest on His unchanging grace; In every high and stormy gale, My anchor holds within the vail. 3 His oath, His covenant, His blood, Support me in the whelming flood; When all around my soul gives way, He then is all my hope and. stay. 404 GosrE:. Hymns Nos. 1 to G Complete. 4 "When He shall come with trumpet sound, 0, may I then in Him be found; Clothed in His righteousness alone, Faultless to stand before the throne! 655 656 THERE'S a beautiful land on high, To its glories I fain "would fly, When by sorrows pressed down, I long for my crown In that beautiful land on high. Cho. — In that beautiful land I'll be, From earth and its cares set free; My Jesus is there, He's gone to prepare A place in that land for me. 2 There's a beautiful land on high, I shall enter it by and by; There with friends hand in hand, I shall walk on the strand. In that beautiful land on high. 3 There's a beautiful land on high; Then why should I fear to die, When death is the way To the realms of day In that beautiful land on high'? 4 There's a beautiful land on high, And my kindled its bliss enjoy; And methinks I now see Them wail Lng for me, In that beautiful land on high. 5 There's a beautiful land on high, Where we ne\. ir shall say "good-bye; Where the righteous will sing, And their chorus will ring, In that beautiful land on high. OH! do not let the Word depart, And olose thine eyes against the light; Poor sinner, harden not thy heart; Thou would'st be saved -Why not to-night? Gospel Hymns Xos. 1 to G Complete. 405 Cho. — Why not to-night? Why not to-night? Thou would'st be saved — Why not to-night? 2 To-morrow's sun may never rise, To bless thy long deluded sight; This is the time! Oh, then be wise! Thou would'st be saved— Why not to-night ? 3 The world has nothing left to give — It has no new, no pure delight; Oh, try the life whieh Christians live! Thou would'st be saved — Why not to-night ? 4 Our blessed Lord refuses none Who would to Him their souls unite; Then be the work of grace begun! Thou would'st be saved — Why not to-night? 657 ^HE only touched the hem of His garment JO As to His side she stole, Amid the crowd that gathered around Him, And straightway she was whole. Cho. — Oh, touch the hem of His garment! And thou, too, shalt be free; His saving power this very hour Shall give new life to thee. 2 She came in fear and trembling before Him, She knew her Lord had come; She felt that from Him virtue had healed her, The mighty deed was done. 3 He turned with " Daughter, be of good comfort, Thy faith hath made thee whole; " And pe^ce that passeth all understanding With gladness filled her soul. 658 I AM coming to the cross; lam poor, and weak, and blind; I am counting all but dross, I shall full salvation find. Cho. — I am trusting, Lord, in Thee, Blessed Lamb of Calvary; Humbly at Thy cross I bow, Save me, Jesus, save me now. 406 Gospel, Hymns Nos. 1 to G Complete. 2 Long my heart has sighed for Thee, Long has evil reigned within; Jesus sweetly speaks to rue, — 11 1 will cleanse you from all sin." 3 Here I give my all to Thee, Friends, and time, and earthly store; Soul and body Thine to be, — Wholly Thine for evermore. 4 In the promises I trust, Now I feel the blood applied: I am prostrate in the dust, I with Christ am crucified. 5 Jesus comes! He fills my soul! Perfected in Him I am; I am every whit made whole: Glory, glory to the Lamb. 659 WHEN Jesus comes to reward His servants, Whether it be noon or night, Faithful to Him will He find us watching, With our lamps all trimmed and bright ! Ref. — Oh, can we say we are ready, brother? — Beady for the soul's bright borne? Say, will He find you and me still watching, Waiting, waiting when the Lord shall come? 2 If at the dawn of the early morning, Be shall call us one by one, When to the Lord we restore our talents, Will lit; answer thee "Well done!" 3 Have we been true to the trust He left us? Do we si i k to do our best? If in our hearts there is naught condemns us, We shall have a glorious rest. 4 lilessed arc those whom the Lord finds watching, In His glory they shall share; II Be shall come at the dawn or midnight, Will He liml us watching there? 660 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to G Complete. 407 SAVIOUR, like a shepherd lead. us, Much we need Thy tend'rest care; In Thy pleasant pastures feed us, For our use Thy folds prepare. Blessed Jesus, Blessed Jesus, Thou hast bought us, Thine we are. 2 We are Thine, do Thou befriend us, Be the Guardian of our way; Keep Thy flock, from sin defend us, Seek us when we go astray. Blessed Jesus, Blessed Jesus, Hear, hear us, when we pray. 3 Thou hast promised to receive us, Poor and sinful though we be; Thou hast mercy to relieve us, Grace to cleanse, and power to free. Blessed Jesus, Blessed Jesus, We will early turn to Thee. 661 COME, ye disconsolate! where'er ye languish, Come to the mercy-seat, fervently kneel: Here bring j 7 ouv wounded hearts, here tell your anguish; Earth has no sorrow that heaven cannot heal. 2 Joy of the desolate! light of the straying, Hope of the penitent, fadeless and pure! Here speaks the Comforter, tenderly saying, Earth has no sorrow that heaven cannot cure. 3 Here see the bread of life: see waters flowing Forth from the throne of God, pure from above: Come to the feast of love; come, ever knowing, Earth has no sorrows but heaven can remove. 662 SOWING the seed by the daylight fair, Sowing the seed by the noonday glare, Sowing the seed by the fading light, Sowing the seed in the solemn night; Oh, what shall the harvest be? 408 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. Cho. — Sown in the darkness, or sown in the light, Sown in our weakness or sown in our might, Gathered in time or eternity, Sure, ah, sure will the harvest be. 2 Sowing the seed by the wayside high, Sowing the seed on the rocks to die, Sowing the seed where the thorns will spoil. Sowing the seed in the fertile soil: Oh, what shall the harvest be ? 3 Sowing the seed of a lingering pain, Sowing the seed of a maddened brain, Sowing the seed of a tarnished name, Sowing the seed of eternal shame; Oh, what shall the harvest be ? 4 Sowing the seed with an aching heart Sowing the seed while the tear-drops start, Sowing in hope till the reapers come Gladly to gather the harvest home: Oh 'what shall the harvest be? 663 HHAKE my life and let it be I Consecrated, Lord, to Thee; Take my hands and let them move At the impulse of Thy love. 2 Take my feet and let them be Swift and beautiful for Thee; Take my voice and let me sing Always — only for my King. 3 Take my moments and my days, Lei I hem 0k>w in endless praise; Take my intellect, and use Every power as Thou shah ohoose. 4 Take my will, and make ii Thine; It shall be no Longer mine; Take my heart, it is Thine own, It shall he Thy royal throne. 5 Take my love, my God, 1 pour At Thy feet its treasure store; Take myself, and I will be Ever, only, all tor Thee. 664 665 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 409 Oword of words the sweetest, O words, in which there lie All promise, all fulfillment, And end of mystery; Lamenting or rejoicing, With doubt or terror nigh, I hear the " Come! " of Jesus, And to His cross I fly. Eef. — Come, oh, come to me, Come, oh, come to me, Weary, heavy-laden, Come, oh, come to me. O soul! why shouldst thou wander From such a loving Friend? Cling closer, closer to Him, Stay with Him to the end; Alas! I am so helpless, So very full of sin, For I am ever wandering, And coming back again. O, each time draw me nearer, That soon the " Come " may be, Naught but a gentle whisper, To one, close, close to Thee; Then, over sea and mountain, Far from, or near my home, I'll take Thy hand and follow, At that sweet whisper " Come! " MY days are gliding swiftly by, And I, a pilgrim stranger, Would not detain them as they fly, Those hours of toil and danger. Cho. — For, oh! we stand on Jordan's strand; Our friends are passing over; And, just before, the shining shore We may almost discover. 410 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 2 Should coming days be cold and dark, We need not cease our singing; That perfect rest naught can molest, Where golden harps are ringing. 3 Let sorrow's rudest tempest blow, Each, cord on earth to sever; Our King says — "Come!" — and there's our home, For ever, oh! for ever! 666 I AM now a child of God, For I'm washed in Jesus' blood; I am watching and I'm longing while I wait. Soon on wings of love I'll fly, To my home beyond the sky, To my welcome, as I'm sweeping through the gate. Kef. — In the blood of yonder Lamb, Washed from every stain I am; Robed in whiteness, clad in brightness, I am sweeping through the gate. 2 Oh! the blessed Lord of light, He upholds me by His might; And His arms enfold, and comfort while I wait. I am leaning on His breast, Oh! the sweetness of His rest, Hallelujah, I am sweeping through the gate. 3 I am sweeping through the gate Where the blessed for me wait; Where the weary workers rest for evermore; Where the strife of earth is done, And the crown of life is won; Oh, the glory of that city just before! 4 Burst are all my prison bars; And I soar beyond the stars, To my Father's house, the bright and blest estate. Lo! the morn eternal breaks, And the song immortal wakes, Robed in whiteness lam sweeping through the gate. 667 Gospel Hymns Xos. 1 to 6 Complete. 411 WOULD we be joyful in the Lord? Then count the riches o'er, Pevealed to faith within His word, And note the boundless store. Cho. — There is pardon, peace, and power, And purity, and Paradise; "With all of these in Christ for me, Let joyful songs of praise to Him arise! 2 For every sin, by grace divine A pardon free bestowed; And with the pardon peace is mine, The peace in Jesus' blood. 3 Of grace to break the power of sin, He gives a full supply, The Holy Ghost, the heart within, From sin doth purify. 4 The power to win a soul to God, The Spirit, too, imparts; And He, the gift of Christ our Lord, Dwells now in all our hearts. 5 These blessings we by faith receive, By simple childlike trust; In Christ, 'tis God's delight to give; He promised, and He must. 668 COME souls that are longing for pleasure, Our Saviour has pleasures to give; Come find in His love the rare treasure, That makes every true pleasure live. Cho. — Come now saith the Lord, let us reason. Come now and your purpose declare; Is it pleasures of sin for a season, Or pleasures the glorified share? 2 The pleasures of sin are deceiving, They've nothing for yesterday's pain, But hope of to-morrow receiving, And then, its — To-morrow — again. 412 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 3 The pleasures of sin are all fleeting, They vanish with life's passing morn; Like dew-drops the morning sun greeting, They glisten and then they are gone. 4 Then all who are longing for pleasure, Ye weary and all who are worn; Come find in the Lord a sure treasure, That from you shall never be torn. 5 Of Jesus, thy choice be now making, Redeemer, and Saviour, and Lord; And soon in the glory awaking, You'll share in the Saint's blest reward. 669 SHALL we gather at the river; Where bright angel-feet have trod; With its- crystal tide for ever Flowing by the throne of God? Cho.— Yes, we'll gather at the river; The beautiful, the beautiful river — Gather with the saints at the river. That Hows by the throne of God. 12 On the margin of the river, Washing up its silver spray, We will walk and worship ever, All the happy, golden day. 3 Ere we reach the shining river, Lav we every burden down; Grace our spirits will deliver, And provide a robe and crown. 4 At the smiling of the river, Mirror of the Saviour's face, Saints, whom death will never sever, Lift their solids of saving grace. 5 Soon we'll reach the silver river. Soon our pilgrimage will cease; Soon our happy hearts will quiver, With the melody of peace. 670 671 Gospel Hymns Xos. 1 to 6 Complete. 413 COME, ye sinners, poor and needy, Weak and wounded, sick and sore; Jesus ready stands to save you, Full of pity, love and power: He is able, He is willing: doubt no more. 2 Xow, ye needy, come and welcome; God's free bounty glorify; True belief and true repentance, — Every grace that brings you nigh, — Without money, Come to Jesus Christ and buy. 3 Let not conscience make you linger; Nor of fitness fondly dream : All the fitness He requireth Is to feel your need of Him: This He gives you, — 'Tis the Spirit's glimmering beam. 4 Come, ye weary, heavy-laden, Bruised and mangled by the fall; If you tarry 'till you're better, You will never come at all; Not the righteous, — Sinners, Jesus came to call. GOD is love; His mercy brightens All the path in which we rove; Bliss He wakes, and woe He lightens, God is wisdom, God is love. 2 Time and change are busy ever; Alan decays, and ages move; But His mercy waneth never; God is wisdom, God is love. 3 E'en the hour that darkest seemeth Will His changeless goodness prove; From the gloom His brightness streameth, God is wisdom, God is love. 414 Gospel. Hymns Nos. Ito 6 Complete. 4 He with earthly cares entwineth Hope and comfort from above; Everywhere His glory shineth; God is wisdom, God is love. 672 673 674 FROM all that dwell below the skies, Let the Creator's praise arise; Let the Redeemer's name be sung, Through every land, by every tongue. 2 Eternal are Thy mercies, Lord; Eternal truth attends Thy word: Thy praise shall sound from shore to shore, Till suns shall rise and set no more. IN the Christian's home in glory, There remains a land of rest; There my Saviour's gone 1 before me, To fulfil my soul's request. Cho.— There is rest for the weary, There is rest for the weary, There is rest for you. On the other side of Jordan, In the sweet fields of Eden, Where the tree of life is blooming, There is rest for you. 2 He is fitting up my mansion, Which eternally shall stand, For my Stay shall not be transient, In that holy, happy land. 3 Sing, oh! sing, ye heirs of glory! Shout your triumph as you go; Zion's gate will open for you, You shall find an entrance through. SUN of my soul. Thou Saviour dear, It is not night if Thou be near; Oh, may no earth-born cloud arise, To hide Thee from Thy servant's eyes. 675 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 415 2 When the soft dews of kindly sleep My wearied eye-lids gently steep, Be my last thought — how sweet to rest Forever on my Saviour's breast. 3 Abide with me from morn till eve, For without Thee I cannot live; Abide with me when night is nigh, For without Thee I dare not die. 4 If some poor wandering child of Thine Have spurned to-day the voice divine — Now, Lord, the gracious work begin; Let him no more lie down in sin. COME every joyful heart, That loves the Saviour's name, Your noblest powers exert, To celebrate His fame; Tell all above, and all below, The debt of love to Him you owe. 2 He left His starry crown, And laid His robes aside; On wings of love came down, And wept, and bled, and died; What He endured no tongue can tell, To save our souls from death and hell. 3 From the dark grave He rose — The mansion of the dead; And thence His mighty foes In glorious triumph led: Up through the sky the Conqueror rode And reigns on high the Saviour God. 4t From thence He'll quickly come — His chariot will not stay — And bear our spirits home To realms of endless day; There shall we see His lovely face, And ever be in His embrace. 416 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 676 6T7 678 MY soul, be on thy guard, Ten thousand foes arise; The hosts of sin are pressing hard, To draw Thee from the skies. 2 O watch, and fight, and pray; The battle ne'er give o'er; Renew it boldly every day, And help divine implore. 3 Ne'er think the victory won, Nor lay thine armor down: The work of faith will not be done, Till thou obtain the crown. AWAKE, my soul, stretch every nerve. And press with vigor on; A heavenly race demands thy zeal, And an immortal crown. 2 A cloud of witnesses around Hold thee in full survey; Forget the steps already trod, And onward urge thy May. 3 'Tis God's all-animating voice, That talis thee from on high, 'Tis His own hand presents the prizo To thine aspiring eye. 4 ]'>les< Saviour, introduced by 'line Have 1 my race begun; And, crowned with victory, at Thy feet I'll Lay my honors d<>\\ n. THE Lord's my Shepherd, I'll not want: I le makes me down t.> Me In pastures green; lie leadeth me The quiet waters by, 2 My sold He doth restore again; And nie to walk doth make Within the paths of righteousness, E'en for His own name's sake. 679 680 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 417 3 Yea, though I walk in death's dark vale, Yet I will fear none ill; For Thou art with me; and Thy rod And staff me comfort still. 4 My table Thou hast furnished In presence of my foes; My head Thou dost with oil anoint, And my cup overflows. 5 Goodness and mercy all my life Shall surely follow me; And in God's house for evermore My dwelling-place shall be. MAJESTIC sweetness sits enthroned Upon the Saviour's brow; His head with radiant glories crowned, His lips with grace o'erflow. 2 He saw me plunged in deep distress, And flew to my relief; For me He bore the shameful cross, And carried all my grief. 3 To heaven, the place of His abode, He brings my weary feet; Shows me the glories of my God, And makes my joys complete. 4 Since from Thy bounty I receive Such proofs of love divine, Had I a thousand hearts to give, Lord! they should all be Thine. AMAZING grace, how sweet the sound, That saved a wretch like me! I once was lost, but now am found; Was blind, but now I see. 2 'Twas grace that taught my heart to fear. And grace my fears relieved; How precious did that grace appear, The hour I first believed. 418 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 3 Through many dangers, toils, and snares, I have already come; 'Tis grace that brought me safe thus far, And grace will lead me home. 4 Yes, when this heart and flesh shall fail, And mortal life shall cease, I shall possess, within the vail, A life of joy and peace. 681 682 COME, Holy Spirit, Heavenly Dove! With all Thy quickening powers; Kindle a flame of sacred love In these cold hearts of ours. 2 Dear Lord! and shall we ever live At this poor dying rate ? Our love so faint, so cold to Thee, And Thine to us so great ? 3 Come, Holy Spirit, Heavenly Dove, With all Thy quickening powers: Come, shed abroad a Saviour's love, And that shall kindle ours. JUST as I am, without one plea, But that Thy blood was shed for me, And that Thou bidd'st me come to Thee, O Lamb of God! I come, I come! 2 Just as I am, and waiting not To rid my soul of one dark blot, To Thee, whose blood can cleanse each spot, O Lamb of God! I come, I come! 3 Just as I am, though tossed about, With many a conflict, many a doubt, Fightings and Eears within, without, O Lamb of God! I come, I come! 4 Just as T am, poor, wretched, blind, Si^lit, riches, healing of the mind, Yea, .ill I need, in Thee to find, O Lamb of God! I come, I come! 683 684 Gospel Hymns Xos. 1 to 6 Complete. 419 5 Just as I am; Thou wilt receive, "Wilt welcome, pardon, cleanse, relieve; Because Thy promise I believe, O Lamb of God! I come, I come! COME, said Jesus' sacred voice, Come, and make My paths your choice; I will guide you to your home, "Weary pilgrim, hither come! 2 Thou who, homeless, sole, forlorn, Long hast borne the proud world's scorn, Long hast roamed the barren waste, Weary pilgrim, hither haste. 3 Ye who, tossed on beds of pain, Seek for ease, but seek in vain, Ye, by fiercer anguish torn, In remorse for guilt who mourn; — 4 Hither come! for here is found Balm that flows for every wound, Peace that ever shall endure, Best eternal, sacred, sure. WHILE life prolongs its precious light, Mercy is found, and peace is given; But soon, ah, soon, approaching night Shall blot out every hope of heaven. 2 While God invites, how blest the day! How sweet the Gospel's charming sound! Come, sinners, haste, O haste away While yet a pardoning God is found. 3 Soon, borne on time's most rapid wing, Shall death command you to the grave, — Before His bar your spirits bring, And none be found to hear or save. 4 In that lone land of deep despair, No Sabbath's heavenly light shall rise, — No God regard your bitter prayer, No Saviour call you to the skies. 4:20 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 5 Now God invites; how blest the day: How sweet the Gospel's charming sound! Come, sinners, haste, O haste away, While yet a pard'ning God is found. 685 686 FROM every stormy wind that blows, From every swelling tide of woes, There is a calm, a sure retreat; 'Tis found beneath the mercy-seat. 2 There is a place where Jesus sheds The oil of gladness on our heads; A place than all besides more sweet, — It is the blood-bought mercy-seat. 3 There is a scene where spirits blend, Where friend holds fellowship with friend; Though sundered far, by faith we meet Around one common mercy-seat. ONCE I was dead in sin, And hope within me died; But now I'm dead t.> sin — With Jesus crucified. Cho. — And can it be that " He loved me, And gave Himself for me?" 2 Oh height I cannot reach, Oh depth I cannot sound, Oh love, () boundless love, In my Redeemer found! 3 O cold, ungrateful heart That can from ,Iesus turn, When living fires of Love Should on His altar burn. 4 I live — and yet, not T, lint Christ, that lives in me; Who from the law of sin And death hath made me free. Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 421 687 688 689 /~\ Holy Spirit, come, And Jesus' love declare; Oh, tell us of our heavenly home, And guide us safely there. 2 Our unbelief remove ByThine almighty breath; Oh, work the wondrous work of love, The mighty work of faith. 2 Come with resistless power, Come with almighty grace, Come with the long-expected shower, And fall upon this place. I LOVE Thy kingdom, Lord, The house of Thine abode, The Church our blest Kedeemer saved With His own precious blood. 2 I love Thy church, O God! Her walls before Thee stand, Dear as the apple of Thine eye, And graven on Thy hand. 3 For her my tears shall fall; For her my prayers ascend; To her my cares and toils be given, Till toils and cares shall end. 4 Beyond my highest joy I prize her heavenly ways; Her sweet communion, solemn vows, Her hymns of love and praise. 5 Sure as Thy truth shall last, To Zion shall be given The brightest glories earth can yield, And brighter bliss of heaven. ]VTOT all the blood of beasts -L 1 On Jewish altars slain, Could give the guilty conscience peace, Or wash away the stain. 422 Gospel Hymns Xos. 1 to 6 Complete. 2 But Christ, the heavenly Lamb, Takes all our sins away; A sacrifice of nobler name And richer blood than they. 3 My faith would lay her hand On that dear head of Thine, While like a penitent I stand, And there confess my sin. 4 My soul looks back to see The burden thou didst bear, "While hanging on th'accursed tree, And knows here guilt was there. 690 691 HOW solemn are the words, And yet to faith how plain, Which Jesus uttered while on earth — "Ye must be born again! " 2 "Ye must be born again ! " For so hath God decreed; No reformation will suilice — Tis life poor sinners need. 3 "Ye must be born again ! " And life in Christ must have; In vain the soul may elsewhere go — 'Tis lie alone can save. 4 "Ye must be born again .' " Or never enter heaven; 'Tis only blood-washed ones are there, The ransomed and forgiven. IOTID, bless and pity us, j Shine on us with Thy face: Thai th'earth Thy way, and nations all .May know Thy saving grace. 2 Let people praise Thee, Lord! Let people all Thee praise! Oh, let the nations nil be glad, In songs their voices raise! 692 693 Gospel Hymns Xos. 1 to 6 Co:mplete. 423 3 Thou'lt justly people judge, On earth rule nations all; Let people praise Thee, Lord! let them Praise Thee, both great and small! 4 The earth her fruit shall yield, Our God shall blessing send; God shall us bless: men shall Him fear Unto earth's utmost end. AWAKE, and sing the song Of Moses and the Lamb; Wake, every heart and every tongue. To praise the Saviour's name. 2 Sing of His dying love; Sing of His risen power; Sing how He intercedes above For those whose sins He bore. 3 Ye pilgrims, on the road To Zion's city, sing; Bejoice ye in the Lamb of God — In Christ, th'eternal King. 4 There shall each raptured tongue His endless praise proclaim; And sweeter voices tune the song Of Moses and the Lamb. WHILE shepherds watched their flocks by night, All seated on the ground, The angel of the Lord came down, And glory shone around. "Fear not," said he, — for mighty dread Had seized their troubled mind, — " Glad tidings of great joy I bring, To you and all mankind. " To you, in David's town, this day, Is born of David's line, The Saviour, who is Christ, the Lord, And this shall be the sign; — 424 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 4 "The heavenly babe you there shall find, To human view displayed. All meanly wrapped in swathing bands, And in a manger laid." 5 Thus spake the seraph — and forthwith Appeared a shining throng Of angels, praising God, who thus Addressed their joyful song: — 6 "All gloiw to God on high, And to the earth be peace; Good-will henceforth from heaven to men Begin, and never cease! " 694 695 SALVATION! the joyful sound! What pleasure to our ears; A sovereign balm for every wound A cordial for our fears. 2 Salvation! let the echo fly The spacious earth around, While all the armies of the sky Conspire to raise the sound . 3 Salvation! O Thou bleeding Lamb; To Thee the praise belongs; Salvation shall inspire our hearts, And dwell upon our tongues. SPIRIT of truth, O let me know The Love of < 'lirist to me; Its conquering, quickening power bestow, To set me w holly lire. 2 I long to know its depth and height, To scan its breadth and length; Drink in its ocean of delight, And triumph in its Strength. 3 It is Thine office to reveal My Saviour's wondrous love; Oh, deepen on my heart Thy seal, And bless me from above. 696 697 Gospel, Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 421 4 Thy quickening power to me impart, And be my constant Guide; With richer gladness fill my heart; Be Jesus glorified. OMY soul, bless thou Jehovah, All within me, bless His name; Bless Jehovah, and forget not All His mercies to proclaim. 2 Who forgives all thy transgressions, Thy diseases all who heals-. Who redeems thee from destruction, Who with thee so kindly deals. 3 Who with tender mercies crowns thee, Who with good things fills thy mouth, So that even like the eagle ' Thou hast been restored to youth. 4 In His righteousness, Jehovah Will deliver those distressed; He will execute just judgment In the cause of all oppressed. JESUS only, when the morning Beams upon the path I tread; Jesus only, when the darkness Gathers round my weary head. 2 Jesus only, when the billows Cold and sullen o'er me roll; Jesus only, when the trumpet Bends the tomb and wakes the soul. 3 Jesus only, when in judgment Boding fears my heart appall: Jesus only, when the wretched On the rocks and mountains call. 4 Jesus only, when adoring, Saints their crowns before Him bring; Jesus only, I will, joyous, Through eternal ages sing. 42G Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 698 699 IN the cross of Christ I glory, Towering o'er the wrecks of time; All the light of sacred story, Gathers round its head sublime. 2 When the woes of life o'ertake me, Hopes deceive and fears annoy, Never shall the cross forsake me; Lo! it glows with peace and joy. 3 When the sun of bliss is beaming Light and love upon my way, From the cross the radiance streaming, Adds new luster to the day. 4 Bane and blessing, pain and pleasure, By the cross are sanctified; Peace is there, that knows no measure, Joys that through all time abide. WE are waiting by the river, We are watching by the shore, Only waiting for the boatman, Soon he'll come to bear us o'er. 2 Though the mist hangs o'er the river, And its billows loudly roar, Yet we hear the song of angels, Wafted from the other shore. 3 And the bright celestial city, — We have caught such radiant gleams Of its towers like dazzling sunlight, With its sweet and peaceful streams. 4 He has called for many a loved one, We have seen them leave our side; With our Saviour we shall meet them When we tot), have crossed the tide. 5 When We've passed the vale of shadows, With its dark and chilling tide, In that bright and glorious city We shall evermore abide. 700 701 702 Gospel Hymn's Inos. 1 to 6 Complete. 42' SAVIOUR! visit Thy plantation; Grant us, Lord, a gracious rain; All will come to desolation, Unless Thou return again. 2 Keep no longer at a distance; — Shine upon us from on high, Lest for want of Thine assistance, Every plant should droop and die, 3 Let our mutual love be fervent, Make us prevalent in prayers; Let each one, esteemed Thy servant, Shun the world's enticing snares. 4 Break the tempter's fatal power; Turn the stony heart to flesh; And begin from this good hour, To revive Thv work afresh. JESUS, hail! enthroned in glory, There for ever to abide; All the heavenly hosts adore Thee, Seated at Thy Father's side. 2 There for sinners Thou art pleading, There Thou dost our place prepare; Ever for us interceding, Till in glory we appear. 3 "Worship, honor, power and blessing Thou art worthy to receive: Loudest praises, without ceasing, Meet it is for us to give. 4 Help, ye bright angelic spirits! Bring your sweetest, noblest lays, Help to sing our Saviour's merits, — Help to chant Immanuel's praise. JESUS wept! those tears are over But His heart is still the same, Kinsman, Friend and Elder Brother, Is His everlasting name. Saviour, who can love like Thee, Gracious One of Bethanv. £28 Gospel, Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 2 When the pangs of trial seize us, When the waves of sorrow roll, I will lay my head on Jesus, Pillow of the troubled soul. Surely, none can feel like Thee, Weeping One of Bethany. 3 Jesus wept! and still in glory He can mark each mourner's tears; Living to retrace the story Of the hearts He solaced here: Lord, when I am called to die, Let me think of Bethany. 4 Jesus wept! those tears of sorrow Are a legacy of love; Yesterday, to-day, to-morrow, He the same doth ever prove, Thou art all in all to me, Living One of Bethany. 703 704 I WAITED for the Lord my God, And patiently did hear; 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 sec it, and shall fear, And on the Lord rely. 4 blessed is the man whose trust Upon the Lord relies; Respecting not (he proud, nor such As turn aside to lies. JESTTSIand shall it ever be, A mortal man ashamed of Thee? Ashamed of Thee, whom angels praise, Whose glories shine through endless days? 705 Gospel Hymns Xos. 1 to 6 Complete. 42' 2 Ashamed of Jesus! sooner far Let evening blush to own a star; He sheds the beams of light divine O'er this benighted soul of mine. 3 Ashamed of Jesus! that dear friend On whom my hopes of heaven depend! No, when I blush, be this my shame, That I no more revere His Name. 4 Ashamed of Jesus! yes, I may, When I've no guilt to wash away, No tear to wipe, no good to crave, No fear to quell, no soul to save. 5 Till then — nor is my boasting vain, Till then, I boast a Saviour slain; And 0, may this my glory be, That Christ is not ashamed of me. HOW sweet the name of Jesus sounds In a believer's ear; It soothes his sorrows, heals his wounds, And drives away his fear. 2 It makes the wounded spirit whole, And calms the troubled breast; 'Tis manna to the hungry soul, And to the weary, rest. 8 Dear Name, the Rock on which I build My Shield and Hiding-place; My never-failing Treasure, filled With boundless stores of grace. 4 Jesus my Shepherd, Saviour, Friend, My Prophet, Priest and King, My Lord, my Life, my Way, my End, Accept the praise I bring. 5 I would Thy boundless love proclaim With every fleeting breath; So shall the music of Thy name Refresh my soul in death. 430 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 706 707 SAVE, Jesus, save! Thy blessing now we crave; For every anxious sinner here, Oh, let Thy mercy now appear, Lord Jesus, save, Lord Jesus, save. 2 Save, Jesus, save.' Thy banner o'er us wave, Of love eternal and divine; Oh, Lord, let each one here be Thine, Lord Jesus, save, Lord Jesus, save. 3 Save, Jesus, save! Thou conqueror o'er the grave, Give every fettered soul release, And to the troubled, whisper "Peace.' Lord Jesus, save, Lord Jesus, save. 4 Save, Jesus, save! And Thou alone shalt have The glory of the work divine, Yea, endless praises shall be Thine! Lord Jesus, save, Lord Jesus, save. o FOR a faith that will not shrink, Though pressed by every foe, That will not tremble on the brink Of any earthly woe. 2 That will not murmur or complain Beneath the chastening rod, But, in the hour of grief or pain, Will lean upon its God; — 3 A faith that shines more bright and clear When tempests rage without; And when in danger knows no tear, In darkness feels no doubt. 4 Lord, give us such a faith as this, And t hen, w lmte'er may come, We'll taste e'en here the hallowed bliss of an eternal home. 708 709 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 431 AH, this heart is void and chill, 'Mid earth's noisy thronging; For my Father's mansion, still Earnestly I'm longing. Eef. — Looking home, looking home, T'ward the heavenly mansion, Jesus hath prepared for me, In His Father's kingdom. 2 Soon the glorious day will dawn, Heavenly pleasures bringing; Night will be exchanged for morn, Sighs give place to singing. 3 Oh, to be at home, and gain, All for which we're sighing, From all earthly want and pain To be swiftly flying. — 4 Blessed home! oh, blessed home! There no more to sever; Soon we'll meet around the throne Praising God forever. TT T HEN I survey the wondrous cross T t On which the Prince of Glory died, My richest gain I count but loss, And pour contempt on all my pride. 2 Forbid it, Lord, that I should boast, Save in the death of Christ my God: All the vain things that charm me most, I sacrifice them to His blood. 3 See! f»om His head, His hands, His feet, Sorrow and love flow mingled down! Did e'er such love and sorrow meet, Or thorns compose so rich a crown? 4 Were the whole realm of nature mine, That were an offering far too small: Love so amazing, so divine, Demands my soul, my life, my all. 432 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 710 711 712 WHAT various hindrances we meet, In coming to the mercy-seat! Yet who that knows the worth of prayer, But wishes to be often there ? 2 Prayer makes the darkened clouds withdraw; Prayer climbs the ladder Jacob saw, Gives exercise to faith and love, Brings every blessing from above. 3 Restraining prayer, we cease to fight; Prayer makes the Christian's armor bright; And Satan trembles when he sees The weakest saint upon his knees. FAITH is a living power from heaven Which grasps the promise God has gi Securely fixed on Christ alone, A trust that cannot be o'erthrown. 2 Faith finds in Christ whate'er we need, To save and strengthen, guide and feed; Strong in His grace it joys to share His cross, in hope His crown to wear. 3 Faith to the conscience whispers peace, And bids the mourner's sighing cease; By faith the children's right we claim, And call upon our Father's name. 4 Such faith in us, O God, implant, And to our prayers Thy favor grant, In Jesus Christ, Thy saving Son, Who is our fount of health alone. BLEST be the tie that binds Our hearts in Christian love; The fellowship of kindred minds Is like to that above. 2 Before our Father's throne We pour our ardent prayers; Our ICars, our hopes, our aims are one, Our ooinforts and our oares. 713 714 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 433 3 We share our mutual woes, Our mutual burdens bear; And often for each other flows The sympathizing tear. 4 When we asunder part, It gives us inward pain; But we shall still be joined in heart, And hope to meet again. DID Christ o'er sinners weep, And shall our cheeks be dry? Let floods of penitential grief Burst forth from every eye. 2 The Son of God in tears The wondering angels see; Be thou astonished, O my soul! He shed those tears for thee. 3 He wept that we might weep; Each sin demands a tear; In heaven alone no sin is found, And there's no weeping there. HASTEN, sinner, to be wise! Stay not for the morrow's sun; Wisdom, if you still despise, Harder is it to be won. 2 Hasten, mercy to implore! Stay not for the morrow's sun; Lest thy season should be o'er Ere this evening's stage is run. 3 Hasten, sinner, to return! Stay not for the morrow's sun, Lest thy lamp should fail to burn Ere salvation's work is done. 4 Hasten, sinner, to be blest! Stay not for the morrow's sun, Lest perdition thee arrest Ere the morrow is begun. 434 Gospel Hymns Xos. 1 to 6 Complete. 715 COME, Thou almighty King, Help us Thy name to sing, Help us to praise: Father! all-glorious, O'er all victorious, Come, and reign over us, Ancient of Days! 2 Come, Thou incarnate Word, Gird on Thy mighty sword; Our prayer attend; Come, and Thy people bless, And give Thy word success; Spirit of holiness! On us descend. 3 Come, Holy Comforter, Thy sacred witness bear In this glad hour: Thou, who almighty art, Now rule in every heart, And ne'er from us depart, Spirit of power! 4 To the great One in Three, The highest praises be, Hence evermore! His sovereign majesty May we in glory see, And to eternity Love and adore. 716 SOUND, sound the truth abroad, Bear ye the word of God Through the wide world: Tell what our Lord has done, Tell how the day is won, And from His lofty throne Satan is hurled. 2 Speed on the wings of love, Jesus, who reigns above, Bids us to fly; 71" Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 435 They who His message bear Should neither doubt nor fear, He will their Friend appear, He will be nigh. 3 Ye who, forsaking all, At your loved Master's call, Comforts resign; Soon will your work be done; Soon will the prize be won; Brighter than yonder sun Then shall ye shine. RISE, glorious Conqueror, rise Into Thy native skies, Assume Thy right; And where in many a fold The clouds are backward rolled — Pass through those gates of gold, And reign in light! 2 Victor o'er death and hell! Cherubic legions swell Thy radiant train : Praises all heaven inspire; Each angel sweeps his lyre, And waves his wings of fire, — Thou Lamb once slain! 3 Enter, incarnate God! — No feet but Thine, have trod The serpent down: Blow the full trumpets, blow! Wider yon portals throw! Saviour triumphant — go, And take Thy crown! 4 Lion of Judah— Hail' And let Thy name prevail From age to age; Lord of the rolling years! Claim for Thine own the spheres, For Thou hast bought with tears Thy heritage. 436 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 5 And then was heard afar Star answering to star — "Lo! these have come Followers of Him who gave His life their lives to save; And now their palms they wave, Brought safely home." 718 MY faith looks up to Thee, Thou Lamb of Calvary, Saviour divine; Now hear me while I pray, Take all my guilt away, O, let me from this day Be wholly Thine. 2 May Thy rich grace impart Strength to my fainting heart, My zeal inspire; As Thou hast died for me, Oh may my love to Thee Pure, warm, and changeless be A living fire. 3 While life's dark maze I tread, And griefs around me spread, Be Thou my Guide; Bid darkness turn to day, Wipe sorrow's tears away, Nor let me ever stray From Thee aside. 4 When ends life's transient dream, When death's cold, sullen stream Shall o'er me roll — Blest Saviour! then, in love, Fear and distrust remove; Oh, bear me safe above — A ransomed soul. 719 NEARER, my God, to Thee, Nearer to Thee, 720 Gospel Hymns Xos. 1 to 6 Complete. 437 E'en though it be a cross That raiseth me, Still all my song shall be — Nearer, my God, to Thee! Nearer to Thee! 2 Though, like the wanderer, The sun gone down, Darkness be over me, My rest a stone, Yet in my dreams I'd be — Nearer, my God, to Thee! Nearer to Thee! 3 There let the way appear, Steps unto heaven; All that Thou sendest me, In mercy given: Angels to beckon me — Nearer, my God, to Thee! Nearer to Thee! 4 Then with my waking thoughts, Bright with Thy praise, Out of my stony griefs, Bethel I'll raise; So by my woes to be — Nearer, my God, to Thee! Nearer to Thee! 5 Or if, on joyful wing, Cleaving the sky, Sun, moon, and stars forgot, Upward I fly. Still all my song shall be — Nearer, my God, to Thee! Nearer to Thee! COME to Jesus, come to Jesus, Come to Jesus just now, Just now come to Jesus, Come to Jesus just now. 438 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to G Complete. 2 He will save you, He will save you, etc. 3 He is able, He is able, etc. 4 He is willing, He is willing, etc. 5 He is waiting, He is waiting, etc. 6 He will hear you, He will hear you, etc. 7 He will cleanse you, He will cleanse you, etc. 8 He'll renew you, He'll renew you, etc. 9 He'll forgive you, He'll forgive you, etc. 10 If you'll trust Him, if you'll trust Him, etc. 11 He will save you, He will save you, etc. 721 JESUS, Lover of my soul, Let me to Thy bosom liy, "While the nearer waters roll, While the tempest still is high; Hide me, () my Saviour, hide, Till the storm of life is past; Safe into the haven guide, Oh, receive my soul at last. 2 Other refuge have I none, Hangs my helpless soul on Thee; Leave, oh, leave me not alone, Still support and comfort me: All my trust on Thee is stayed, All my help from Thee I bring; Cover my defenceless head With the shadow of Thy wing. 3 Thou, () Christ, art all I want; More than all in Thee 1 find: liaise the fallen, cheer the faint, Ileal the sick, and lead the blind: Just and holy is Thy name, I am all unrighteousness; 722 723 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 439 Vile, and full of sin I am, Thou art full of truth and grace. 4 Plenteous grace with Thee is found — Grace to cover all my sin: Let the healing streams abound; Make me, keep me, pure within. Thou of life the Fountain art, Freely let me take of Thee: Spring Thou up within my heart, Rise to all eternity. SINNERS, turn, why will ye die? God, your Maker, asks you — Why: God, who did your being give, Made you with Himself to live; He the fatal cause demands, Asks the work of His own hands, — Why, ye thankless creatures, why Will ye cross His love and die? Sinners, turn, why will ye die? God, your Saviour, asks you — Why:. He who did your souls retrieve, Died Himself that ye might live! Will ye let Him die in vain ? Crucify your Lord again ? Why, ye ransomed sinners, why Will ye slight His grace, and die? Sinners, turn, why will ye die? God, the Spirit, asks you — Why; He, who all your lives hath strove,. Urged you to embrace His love; Will ye not His grace receive ? Will ye still refuse to live ? Why, ye long-sought sinners! why Will ye grieve your God, and die ? SUFF'RLNG Saviour, with thorn-crown, Bruis'd and bleeding, sinking down; Heavy-laden, weary-worn, Fainting, dying, crushed and torn — All for me, yes, all for me. 440 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to G Complete. 2 Jesus, Saviour, pure and mild, Let me ever be Thy child; So unworthy though I be, Thou did'st suffer this for me — All for me, yes, all for me. 3 Fain would I to Thee be brought, Blessed Lord forbid it not; In the kingdom of Thy grace, Give Thy wandering child a place; Oh, bless me, yes, even me. 724 JESUS loves me! this I know, For the Bible tells me so: Little ones to Him belong; They are weak, but He is strong. Cho. — Yes, Jesus loves me! Yes, Jesus loves me! Yes, Jesus loves me! The Bible tells me so! 2 Jesus from His throne on high, Came into this world to die; That I might from sin be free, Bled and died upon the tree. 3 Jesus loves me! He who died Heaven's gate; to open wide! He will wash away my sin, Let His little child come in. 4 Jesus, take this heart of mine; Make it pure, and wholly Thine: Thou hast bled and died for me, I will henceforth live tor Thee. 725 GLORT t.> God on high! Lit heaven and earth reply, •■ Praise \ e I lis name! " His lo\ c and grace adore, Who all our sorrows Im.iv; Sing loud tor evermore, " Worthy tin Lamb." Gospel Hymns Xos. 1 to 6 Complete. 441 2 While they around the throne Cheerfully join in one, Praising His name — Ye who have felt His blood, Sealing your peace with God, Sound His dear name abroad, " Worthy the Lamb! " 3 Join, all ye ransomed race, Our Lord and God to V . Praise ye His name — In Him we will rejoice, And make a joyful noise, Shouting with heart and voice, " Worthy the Lamb! " 4 Soon must we change our place, Yet will we never cease Praising His name; To Him our songs we bring; Hail Him our gracious King; And, through all ages sing, " Worthy the Larnb! " 726 MY God I have found The thrice blessed ground, Where life, and where joy, and true comfort abound. Cho. — Hallelujah! Thine the glory! Hallelujah! Amen! Hallelujah! Thine the glory! Revive us again. 2 'Tis found in the blood Of Him who once stood My refuge and safety, my surety with God. 3 He bore on the tree The sentence for me, And now both the surety and sinner are free 4 And though here below 'Mid sorrow and woe, My place is in heaven with Jesus, I know. 442 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 5 And this I shall find For such is His mind, "He'll not be in glory and leave me behind. 729 727 (See Number 721.) 728 STAY, Thou insulted Spirit, stay, Though I have done Thee such despite, Cast not the sinner quite away, Nor take Thine everlasting flight. 2 Though I have most unfaithful been Of all who e'er Thy grace received; Ten thousand times Thy goodness seen, Ten thousand times Thy goodness grieved. 3 Yet O, the chief of sinners spare, In honor of my great High Priest; Nor in Thy righteous anger swear I shall not see Thy people's rest. 4 O Lord, my weary soul release, Upraise me by Thy gracious hand; Guide me into Thy perfect peace, And bring me to the promised land. ALL hail the power of Jesus' name! Let angels prostrate fall; Bring forth the royal diadem, And crown Him Lord of all. 2 Let every kindred, every tribe, On this terrestrial ball. To Him all majesty ascribe, And crown Him Lord of all. 3 Oh, that with yonder sanvd throD We at His let may fall; "We'll join the everlasting song, Ami ciown Him Lord of all. 730 731 Gospel, Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 443 OFOK a thousand tongues to sing My great Redeemer's praise; The glories of my God and King, The triumphs of His grace. 2 My gracious Master, and my God, Assist me to proclaim, — To spread, through all the earth abroad, The honors of Thy Name. 3 Jesus! — the name that charms our fears, That bids our sorrows cease; 'Tis music in the sinners ears, 'Tis life, and health, and peace. 4 He breaks the power of cancelled sin, He sets the prisoner free; His blood can make the foulest clean, His blood availed for me. ASK ye what great thing I know That delights and stirs me so' What the high reward I win ? Whose the name I glory in? Jesus Christ, the Crucified. 2 What is faith's foundation strong? What awakes my lips to song? He who bore my sinful load, Purchased for me peace with God, Jesus Christ, the Crucified. 3 Who defeats my fiercest foes? Who consoles my saddest woes? Who revives my fainting heart, Healing all its hidden smart ? Jesus Christ, the Crucified. 4 Who is life in life to me? Who the death of death will be? Who will place me on His right With the countless hosts of light ? Jesus Christ, the Crucified. 444 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 5 This is that great thing I know; This delights and stirs me so; Faith in Him who died to save, Him who triumphed o'er the grave, Jesus Christ, the Crucified. 732 733 LOED, dismiss us with Thy blessing, Fill our hearts with joy and peace; Let us each, Thy love possessing, Triumph in redeeming grace; O, refresh us, O, refresh us, Traveling through this wilderness, 2 Thanks we give, and adoration, For Thy gospel's joyful sound: May the fruits of Thy salvation In our hearts and lives abound; Ever faithful, Ever faithful, To the truth may we be found. 3 So, whene'er the signal's given l T s from earth to call away, Borne on angel's wings to heaven,"] Glad the summons to obey, May we ever, May we ever Reign with Christ in endless day! nPHERE is a fountain tilled with blood, L Drawn from Immanuel's veins: And smners plunged beneath that flood, Lose all their guilty stains. Ref. Lose all their guilty stains; And sinners plunged beneath that flood, Lose all theil guilty stains. 2 The dying thief rejoiced to see That fountain in his day; And there may 1, though vile as he, Wash all my sins away. 734 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to G Complete. 445 3 Dear dying Lamb, Thy precious blood Shall never lose its power, Till all the ransomed church of God Be saved to sin no more. 4 E'er since, by faith, I saw the stream Thy flowing wounds supply, Redeeming love has been my theme, And shall be, till I die. 5 Then in a nobler, sweeter song, I'll sing Thy power to save, When this poor lisping, stammering tongue Lies silent in the grave. BY faith I view my Saviour dying, On the tree, On the tree; To everv nation He is crying, Look to Me! Look to Me! He bids the guilty now draw near, Repent, believe, dismiss their fear: Hark, hark what precious words I hear, Mercy's free! Mercy's free! 2 Did Christ, when I was sin pursuing, Pity me, Pity me? And did He snatch my soul from ruin, Can it be, Can it be? O, yes! He did salvation bring; He is my Prophet, Priest, and King; And now my happy soul can sing, Mercy's free, Mercy's free. 3 Jesus my weary soul refreshes: Mercy's free, Mercy's free, And every moment Christ is precious Unto me, Unto me; None can describe the bliss I prove, While through this wilderness I rove, All may enjoy the Saviour's love, Mercy's free, Mercy's free. 446 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 4 Long as I live, I'll still be crying, Mercy's free, Mercy's free, And this shall be my theme when dying, Mercy's free, Mercy's free, And when the vale of death I've passed, "When lodged above the stormy blast, I'll sing, while endless ages last, Mercy's free, Mercy's free. 735 736 OFOR a heart to praise my God, A heart from sin set free; — A heart that always feels Thy blood, So freely shed for me: — 2 A heart resigned, submissive, meek, My great lledeemer's throne; "Where only Christ is heard to speak, — Where Jesus reigns alone. 3 O for a lowly, contrite heart, Believing, true, and clean; Which neither life nor death can part From Him that dwells within: — 4 A heart in every thought renewed, And full of love divine; Perfect, and right, and pure, and good, A copy, Lord, of Thine. "TTTTAIT, my soul, upon the Lord, T T To His gracious promise tl< 6, Laying hold upon His word 'As thy days thy strength shall be.' 2 If the sorrows of thy ease, Seem peculiar still to Thee, God has promised needful grace •As thy days thy strength shall be.' 3 Days of trial, days of grief In succession thou may'st see, This is still thy sweet relief "As thy days thy strength shall be.' 737 738 Gospel Hymxs Xos. 1 to G Complete. 447 4 Rock of Ages, I'm secure, With Thy promise full and free, Faithful, positive, and sure — "As thy days thy strength shall be." COME, my soul, thy suit prepare, Jesus loves to answer prayer; He Himself has bid thee pray, Therefore will not say thee nay. 2 Thou art coming to a King, Large petitions with thee bring, For His grace and power are such, None can ever ask too much. 3 With my burden I begin, Lord, remove this load of sin; Let Thy blood for sinners spilt, Set my conscience free from guilt. 4 Lord. I come to Thee for rest, Take possession of my breast, There Thy blood-bought right maintain, And without a rival reign. MY country, 'tis of thee, Sweet land of liberty, Of thee I sing; Land where my fathers died, Land of the pilgrim's pride, From every mountain side Let freedom ring. 2 My native country, thee, Land of the noble free, Thy name I love; I love thy rocks and rills, Thy woods and templed hills; My heart with rapture thrills Like that above. 448 Gospel Hymns Nos. 1 to 6 Complete. 3 Let music swell the breeze, And ring from all the trees Sweet freedom's soDg: Let mortal tongues awake, Let all that breathe partake, Let rocks their silence break, The sound prolong. 4 Our fathers' God, to Thee, Author of liberty, To Thee we sing: Long may our land be bright, With freedom's holy light; Protect us by Thy might, Great God, our King. 739 THE Lord bless thee, and keep thee! The Lord make his face shine upon thee, And be gracious unto thee: The Lord lift up his countenance upon thee, And give thee peace. Amen. -odqju-- Ud INDEX. -A. xo. A guilty soul, by Pharisees of A little while: and He .shall . .. 254 A long time I wandered. . ..■ 4'J A mighty fortress is our God . . 414 A ruler once came to Jesus .... 127 Abide with, me ! fast falls the. . 317 Afflictions, tho* they seem 320 After the toil and trouble 446 Ah, mv heart 25 Ah, this heart is void and cL. Alas! and did my Saviour. --79. 305 All glory to Jesus he given 109 All hail' the power 334, 729 All my doubts I L r ive to Jesus.. 63 All people that on earth do 1 All- seeing, gracious Lord 216 All the way my Saviour 4J Almost persuaded 569 Along the Paver of Time 204 Amazing grace ! how sweet. Am I a soldier of the Cross 494 Are you coming Home, ye 1-4 Are you ready, are you ready . . 290 Arise, my soul, arise 653 Art thou weary, art thou 107 Ask ye what great thins I know 731 As I wandered 'round the. 344 As lives the flower within the.. 471 At even, ere the sun was set... 5o4 At the feast of Belshazzar 379 At the feet of Jesus 75 Awake and sins the song. 692 Awake, my soul, stretch every 677 Awake, my soul, to joyful lavs 407 Awake, my soul! to sound His. 301 H Be our joyful song to-day 162 Be present at our table. Lord . . 3 Be ye strong in the Lord 357 Beautiful morning ! 247 Beautiful valley of Eden 138 Behold a Fountain deep and ... .' Behold a Stranger at the door.. 450 Behold how plain the truth is. . 522 Behold, what love, what Beneath the cross of Jesus 32 Beneath the glorious throne ... 415 Beside the well at noon-time. .. 178 Beyond the light of setting .... 530 Beyond the smiling and the Blessed assurance. Jesus 304 Blessed he the Fountain of 301 Blessed hope that in Jesus is .. 135 Blessed Saviour, ever nearer 475 Blest be the tie that binds 712 Blest Jesus, jrrant us strength . 519 Brightly beams our Father's. . 45 Brightly gleams our banner Brother, art thou worn and 219 By faith I view my Saviour 734 C 1 Call them in — the poor 72 Can it be right for me to go ?. . . 150 Cast thy bread upon the 546 Child of sin and sorrow 241 Choose I must, and soon must. . 402 Christ has for sin atonement .. 413 Christ hath risen! hallelujah!.. 527 Christ is coming ! let creation.. 605 Christian, walk careful lv 398 Cling to the Bible, tho' ail 392 Closer. Lord, to Thee I 277 Come, come to Jesus 388 Come, every joyful heart 675 4.r>i INDEX. KO. Como, every sonl by sin 587 Come; for the least is spread .. lul Come, Holy Spirit 402 Come, Holy Spirit, heavenly.. . 681 Come home, come home ! 027 Come into His presence with... 517 Come, my soul, thy suit 737 Come near me, O my Saviour .. 129 Come, praise the Lord 390 Come, said Jesus' sacred voice. 683 Come, sing, my soul, and 199 Come, Bine the gospel's joyful . 59 Come souls that are longing for 608 Come, Thou almighty Xing 715 Come, Thou Fount oi' every 633 Come, thou weary 267 Come to Jesus! como away ! . . . 378 Come to Jesus, como to Jesus!. 7:20 Come to the Saviour, make no. . 030 Come to the Saviour, hear His . 404: tjuine unto Mo. It is tho 353 ComO, ye diseonsolato 601 Come, ye sinners, poor and 070 Come, we that love the Lord... 507 Come with thy sins to tho. 27 I Conquering now and still to.. . . 429 Cut it down, cut it down 128 r> Dark is the night 68 Depth of mercy 57,207, Old Did Christ o'er sinners weep . . 713 Down in the valley with my ... 564 Dow n life's dark vale we 37 Do you see the Hebrew captive 013 111 Encamped al<»nu r the hills of. . Eternal life God's Word 508 Eternity dawns on my vision.. . L58 Fade, fade each earthly joy Fading away like the stars of.. Faint, vet pursuing, we Faith is a living power from Far, far awaj In heathen Far from Thy sacred courts .. Fear not ! God i8 thy Fierce and wild the storm is... For God .so loved! <> wondroni Fountain of purity opened for.. .NO. Free from the law, oh, happy . . 13 Fresh from the throne of glory. 83 From all that dwell below.. . .". . 072 From every stormy wind that.. 685 From Greenland's icy. 41 From the Bethlehem manger-.. 488 From the depths do I iuvoke... 561 From the riven liock there 151 Fully persuaded 49 O Gather thorn in ! for yet there. . 566 Gird on the sword and armor. . . 138 (rive me the wings of faith 90 Gliding o'er life's fitful waters 144 Glory be to the Father 191. 614 Glory ever be to Jesus G lory, glory be to J 6SU8 1 94 Glory to God on high 725 Go bury thy sorrow 43 (lo work in AIv vineyard 56 God be with you till we 310 God bless you! from the 514 God calling yet! shall I not.... 37:. God is great and God is good... 200 God is Love; — His mercy 071 God is Love! — His word 279 God loved a world of sinners. . . 377 Cod loved the world (if sinners 0-J3 Cod's almighty arms are round 34-2 Good news from heaven 107 Grace! 'tis a charming sound . . 86 Greal Jehovah, mighty Lord... 525 G uide me, G Thou great 394 H Hallelujah! Halleluiah! 545 Hallelujah! He is risen! B0 Hark! hark! my soul! 393 Hark '.the voice of Jesus, crying 640 Hasten, sinner, to bo wise 7U Have faith in God; what 370 Have our hearts grown cold.. 391 Have you any room tor Jesus.' 568 Have you OU the Lord believed .' 22 Have you Bought for t Ho 536 Hear ine, blessed Jesus 486 ll.ar the blessed invitation... 1-1 Hear us, () Saviour, while. A . . . 110 Hear ye the glad Good News .. 187 Heavenly Father, bless me now 23 lleavelih Father, we heseech.. 169 Heavenly Father, we Thy 233 INDEX. 451 KO. He dies ! He flies ! the lowly. . - 350 He holds the key of all 399 He is coming, the " Man of Sor- 285 He leadeth me! oh, blessed 637 He lives and loves, our Saviour 552 Helpless I come to Jesus' blood 210 Hide me, O my Saviour 440 Ho! my comrades, see the 11 Ho, reapers in the whitened 550 Ho ! reapers of life's harvest. . . 646 Hold Thou mv hand ; so Holv Ghost with light divine.. 430 Holy, Holy, Holy! Lord God ..118 Holv, holv. holy is the Lord . .. 407 Holv Spirit, faithful Guide 31 Holy Spirit, Teacher Thou 443 Home at last on heavenly 99 Hope on, hope on, 418 How do I know my sins 43'J How firm a foundation, ye G13 How oft our souls are lifted up. 4 9 How solemn are the words I How sweet, my Saviour, to 327 How sweet, O Lord, Thy word. 520 How sweet the joy that "fills 422 How sweet the name of Jesus . . 705 How sweet the word of C hrist . . 163 I I am coming to the cross £53 I am far frae my hame 687 I am not skilled to understand. 510 I am now a child of God CCb' I am so glad that our Father in . !•; I am Thine, O Lord 572 I am trusting Thee, Lord. . .166, 445 I am waiting for the Master . . . 487 I am waiting for the morning. . 232 I heheved in God's wonderful.. 288 I belong to Jesus 464 I bring my sins to Thee 73 I bring to Thee, O Master! 512 I cannot tell howprecious 137 I cried to God. I cried 557 I do not ask for earthly store . . 457 I feel like singing all the time.. 156 I gave My life for thee 600 I have a Saviour, He's pleading 5e9 I have entered the valley of 104 I have heard of a land far away 143 I have heard of a Saviour's 74 I have read of a beautiful city.. 183 I heard the voice of Jesus 649 I hear the Saviour say 588 I hear the words of Jesus 252 I hear Thy welcome voice I know I love Thee better 294 I know not the hour, when my. 621 I know not what awaits me . .". . 181 I know not why God's 2/2 I know that my Redeemer. . 253, 298 I left it ail with Jesus 53 I looked to Jesus in my sin 333 I love to tell the Story 30 I love to think of the heavenly . 71 Hove thy kingdom. Lord...*.. 688 I most walk thro' the valley... . 341 I need Thee every hour 507 I saw a way-worn traveler 225 I stood outside the gate 85 I think when 1 read that sweet 201 I waited for the Lord my 703 I wait foT Thee, O Lord ! 498 I was once far away from the. . 382 I will lilt up mine eyes (Chant). 530 I will praise the Lord my 400 I will sing of my Ledeemer 577 I will sing the wondrous 406 I will sing von a song of that... 15 I'll Thee exalt, my GotLO King 556 I'm a pilgrim, and I'm a 105 If never the asseth knowledge, that 63-2 I've found a Friend; oh, such. I've found a friend in Jesus 367 j I've found a joy in sorrow. 70 ! I've found the pearl of greatest 176 I've learned to sing a glad new. 417 I've reached the land of corn .. 608 452 INDEX. jr no. Jerusalem, my happy home 380 Jesus, and shall it ever be 704 Jesus bias us shine with a 386 Jesus Christ is passing by 020 Jesus, gracious Cme, calleth — 122 Jesushail! enthroned in glory. 701 Jesus. I come to Thee for light. 424 Jesus, I in v cross have taken . - 263 Jesus, I will trust Thee 202 Jesus is coming! sing the 234 Jesus is tenderly calling thee . . 308 Jesus, keep me near the cross.. 508 Jesus knows thy sorrow 505 Jesus, Lover of my soul 721, 7L'7 Jesus loves me, and I know I . . 18 Jesus loves me, this I know. . . . 724 Jesus, my Lord, to Thee I.. 226, 335 Jesus, my Saviour, to 280 Jesus of Nazareth I O what 463 Jesus only, when the morning 697 Jesus saves! O blessed story . . 421 Jesus, Saviour, pilot me! 366 Ji mis shall reign 64, 624 Jesus, the very thought 368 Jesus! Thou Refuge of the soul 492 Jesus, Thy name 1 love 307 Jesus wept ! those tears are. . . . 702 Joy to the world 126, 606 Just as I am, without one 082 K Knocking, knocking, who 648 L, Laborers of Christ, arise 371 Lead, kindly Light, amid 454 Lead to the shadow of the -123 Lei as gather up the sunbeams 86 Let us sine of the love of the .. 311 Lift u]). lilt up thy voice w ith. . 103 Light after darkness 193 Light in the darkness, sailor. .. 51 Like wandering sheep o'er 369 Long in darkness we have 121 Look away to Jesus 80 Cook unto Me, and be ye ..238, 313 Look u])! look up! ye weary .. 476 Look, ye saints, thesightis — 619 Lord, at Thy mercy seat 616 Lord, bleSS and pit v us 691 I, Hid, dismiss us -,\ ii h Thy 732 Lord, I care n«.l lor riches 20!) Lord, 1 hear of showers of 639 NO. Lord Jesus, 1 long to be 82 Lord, my trust 1 repose in Thee 242 Lo ! the day of God is breaking 69 Low in the grave He lay 323 M Majestic sweetness sits 079 Man of Sorrows! what a name. 6-15 Master, the tempest is raging.. 'J01 Meet me there! Oh. meet..."-.. 28!) Mine! what rays of glory 157 More holiness give me 594 More love to Thee, O Christ 01 More of Jesus, more of 490 Must 1 go and empty-handed .. 174 Must Jesus bear the cross ll'J My country, 'tis of thee 738 My davs are gliding swiftly by 005 My faith looks up to Thee . 718 My Father is rich in houses ;(>)2 My Cod and Father while 1. .. 22!) My God, 1 have found 7-20 My heart, that was heavy and. 58 My heavenly home IS bright 484 My hope is built on nothing 664 My J esus, us Thou wilt 372 My Jesus I love Thee 586 My latest sun is sinking fast... 07 My life (lows on in endless 241 My Saviour's praises 1 will sing 208 My sin is great, my strength is. 1,5 My song shall he of Jesus. . . . My soul at last a rest hath 420 My soul, boon thy guard 076 My soul is happy all day long. . 223 Nearer, my God, to Thoe 719 Nearer the cross! my heart 320 Neither do I condemn thee 551 Never shone a lighl so fair 432 No works of kiw have we to. . . Not all the blood of beasts 689 Not far from the Kingdom.... 20!) Not my own, but saved by 203 Not now, but in the coming 533 Not now my child 628 Not saved are we by trying 101 Not what these hands have 213 Nothing but leaves, the 641 Nothing either great or small . . 150 Now just a word lor Jesus 77 Now the day is over 362 INDEX. 453 O NO. 0, bliss of the purified 34 O brethren, rise and sing 433 brother, life's journey 312 O cease, my wand'ring soul 376 O child of God, wait patiently.. 275 O Christ, in Thee my soul hath 196 O Christ, what burdens bowed. 39 O Christian traveler, fear no. . . 390 O come to the merciful Saviour 509 O come to the Saviour 4G5 O, come to the Saviour, believe. 55 O crown of rejoicing 91 O daughter, take good hoed 542 O dav of rest and gladness 531 O, do not let the Word depart. . G56 O for a faith that will not 707 O for a heart to praise my God . 735 O for a thousand tongues to 730 O, for the peace that tiowetli as 76 O God, our help in ages 313 O golden day, O day of God 405 O happy day, that fix'd my 543 O hear my cry, be gracious 339 O hear the joyful message 548 O Holy Spirit, come 687 O how happy are we 134 O I am so happy in Jesus 147 O I left all with Jesus 206 O I love to talk with Jesus 496 O land of rest, for thee I sigh.. 180 O land of the blessed ! thy. 319 O list to the voice of the.. 287 O list to the watchman crying . 547 O Lord, my soul rejoiceth in 507 O my soul, bless thou Jehovah. 696 O praise our Lord, where rich . . 562 O praise the Lord with heart... 318 O precious word that Jesus 295 O safe to the Rock that is 574 O Saviour, precious Saviour .211, 529 O soul in the far-away country. 197 O soul, tossed on the billows. .. 270 O, spirit, o'erwhelmed by thy . . 88 O, tender aud sweet was the ... 612 O tender beseechiugs of Jesus. . 505 O thank the Lord, the Lord 553 O. the bitter pain and sorrow. .. 149 O the clanging bells of Time! . . 603 O, think of the home over there 54 O thou my soul, bless God the. . 555 O, to be nothing, nothing 48 O, to be over yonder 40, 266 O to have no Christ, no. 348 O troubled heart, there is a 330 O, turn ye, 0, turn ye Ill NO. O wand'ring souls, why longer. 435 O wand'ring souls, why will . . . 325 O weary pilgrim, lift your head 351 O, what are you going to do 106 what a Saviour, that He 132 what shall I do to be 117, 262 what will you do with Jesus? 373 O where are the reapers 575 O who is this that cometh. 322 (J wonderful, wonderful Word. . 345 Wonderful words of the 276 O wondrous Name, by 310 O word of words the sweetest. . 664 O worship the King 442 Once again the Gospel message 245 Once I was dead in sin 686 Once more, my soul, thy 257 Once more we come, God's 227 On Calvary's brow my Saviour 355 On Jordan's stormy banks 179 On that bright and golden 338 On the Resurrection morning... 358 One day the Shepherd passed . . 434 One more day's work 26 One offer of salvation 52 One sweetly solemn thought . . . 102 One there is above all others. . . 27 Only a beam of sunshine 300 Only a little while 221 Only a step to Jesus. 66 Only an Armour Bearer 50 Only trusting in my Saviour 153 Only waiting till the shadows.. 256 Onward, Christian soldiers .. 87, 365 Onward ! upward ! 60 Onward, upward, homeward!. .. 269 Our lamps are trimmed aud 81 Our life is like a stormy sea 347 Our Lord is now rejected 611 Our Master has taken His 161 Our Saviour will descend again 426 Our way is often rugged 218 Out of my bondage, sorrow and 281 Out on the desert, seeking 513 Out on the mountain, sad and. . 456 Over the ocean wave 172 I* Pass along the invitation 489 Praise God, from whom all 2 Pass me not, O gentle 585 Praise Him ! Praise Him ! 271 Praise, my soul, the King 468 Praise the Saviour, ye who 291 451 INDEX. Praise ye the Lord, for it is — Pray, brethren, pray Preach the, gospel, sound it Precious promise Go I hath Precious Saviour, may I live. . . Press on, press on, O xo. 205 501 444 36 255 540 Q Quiet, Lord, my frowaru neart. 4G6 H Redeemed ! redeemed ! Rejoice and be glad Rejoice in the Lord, () let His. Rejoioe, rejoice, believer Rejoice! ye saints, again Rejoice with me, for now I'm . Repeat the Story o'er and o'er. Rescue the. perishing Return, return, wanderer, . . Revive thy work, () Lord Ride on ! ride on in majesty. . . Ring the hells of heaven Rise, glorious Conqueror, rise. Rise up, and hasten Rock of Ages 259 19 278 352 43 1 104 G50 592 47^ 571 425 022 717 200 21 S Sad and weary, lone and dreary 224 Sate home, safe home in port 354 Safe in the arms of Jesus Safe upon the heavenly shore , 482 Salvation, <) the joj ftu sound. . 894 Save, Jesus, save ! 706 Saviour, again to Thy dear 412 Saviour, ureal he an evening . . , 168 Sa\ lour, lead me, lest l stray .. 177 Saviour, like a Shepherd 660 Saviour, more than life to 593 Saviour, Thy dying love 501 Sa\ lour, visit Thy plantation 700 Say, is your lamp burning, my 217 Say, -where is thy refuge, poor 185 Search me, <) Lord, and 1 ry . 180 Shall we gather at the river?... 669 Shall we meet beyond the 108 She only touched the hem 657 Shim- on.O star of beauty ... 202 Should the death angel knock.. 213 Simply trusting every day .... 581 Sin- them o\ er agaiu to me .... 570 xo. Sing unto the Lord, O ye 497 Sinners Jesus will receive. 331 Sinners, turn, Avhy will ye die.. 722 Sin no more, thy soul is i'ree 447 Sitting by the gateway of a 389 Sleep on, beloved, sleep, and 520 Softly and tenderly Jesus 324 So let our lips and lives express G25 Some day, we say, and turn 403 Some one will enter the pearly . 309 Sometimes a light surprises.!.. G17 Sometimes 1 catch sweet 397 Songs of gladness, never sad- . . 303 Sons of God, beloved in Jesus.. 359 Soon shall we see the glorious . G44 Soon will come the setting sun. 473 Soul of mine, in earthly temple. 500 Souls of men, why will ye 330 Sound, sound the truth abroad. 710 Sound the alarm! let the 24G Sound the high praises 109 Sow ing in the morning 609 Sowing the seed by the day- ... GG2 Speed away, speed away 544 Spirit of truth. (> let me know.. G95 Standing by a purpose true .... 652 Stand up! stand up for Jesus 615 Stay, Thou insulted Spirit, stay 728 Stretch forth Thy hand '. 532 Sun of my soul. Thou Saviour.. G74 Sweet hour of prayer 634 Suffering Saviour, with thorn .. 123 Take my life and let it be 124, 663 Take the name of .Jesus with... 47 Take Thou my hand, and lead. . 486 Take time to be holv Tell it out amongthe 193 Tell me the Old, Old Story 28 Tempted and tried, ohl the.... 136 Tenderly the Shepherd 89 Ten thousand times ten 155 The blood has always precious 208 The call of God is sounding The cross it standeth fast 400 The gospel bells are ringing... 125 The gospel of Th> grace 190 The gospel trumpet's sounding 1 1 - The (Jival l'hvsician now is ... 629 The living Cod, who by His... 528 The LOUD Mess thee and keep . 739 The Lord keep watch 523 The Lord is coming by and — no INDEX. 455 The Lord's my Shepherd 678 The Lord's our Rock, in Him. . 321 The love that Jesus had lor me 215 The mistakes of my life 100 The morning light is breaking. 61G The prize is set before as 165 The sands of time are 67, 252 The Spirit and the bride say. . . 409 The Spirit, oh, sinner 29 The way is dark, my Father. .. 188 The whole world was lost in. . . 626 The word of God is given 250 Thee will I love, O Lord 559 There are lonely hearts to 57* There is a calm beyond life's. . . 388 There is a fountain filled 733 There is a gate that stands ajar 12 is a green hill far 601 There is a land of pure. .16. 146, 47o There is a land which lies afar. 349 There is a name I love 360 There is a paradise of rest 453 There is a stream, whose 3-4 There is joy among the angels 171 There is life for a look 035 There is love, true love 240 There is no name so sweet on .. 346 There's a beautiful land on 655 There's a land that is fairer 110 There's a royal banner given... 3r-l There's a Stranger at the door. 332 There's a wideness in 541 There shall be showers 315 There were ninety and nine 570 They dreamed not of danger . . . 115 Thev're gathering homeward .. 220 Thine, Jesus. Thine 120 Thine, most gracious Lord 62 This is the clay of toil 170 This loving Saviour 10 j Thou didst' leave Thy throne. . . 98 Thou, my everlasting portion.. 599 I Though yonr sins be as scarlet 549 Thou art coming, O my Saviour 152 Through the valley of 'the 113 Throw out the Life-Line 441 Till He come'. O let the 265, 364 'Tis a goodly pleasant land 114 'Tis a true and faithful saying. 427 'Tis known on earth, in heaven 249 'Tis midnight: and on Olive's . 474 'Tis only a little way on to my. 459 'Tis the blessed hour of 596 'Tis the hallowed hour of 521 'Tis the promise of God, full ... 5 To-day the Saviour calls 630 To Him who for our sins was . . 251 To the hall of the feast came. . . 44 To the work ! to the work 576 To Thee I lift my soul, O Lord 563 Trav'ling to the better land 237. 458 Troubled heart, thy God is 506 True-hearted, whole-hearted--. 513 Trusting jn the Lord thy God.. 214 Trust on, trust on, believer .... 212 Turn thee, O lost one. cars- 479 'Twill not be long our journey.. 248 w Watt, my soul, upon the Lord.. 736 Wand'ring afar from the dwell- 8 Watchman, tell me 95 We are children of a King -235 We are coming home to Jesus.. 503 We are waiting by the river. . . 699 Weary gleaner in the field 296 Weary gleaner, whence comest 24 We bow our knees unto the 395 We have felt the love of 472 We have heard the joyful 2-4 We lift our songs to Thee 297 We praise Thee' and bless Thee 228 We praise Thee, O God ! 20 We praise Thee, we bless 451 We shall meet beyond the river 604 We shall reach the summer- . .. 371 We Bhall sleep, but not 94 We speak of the land of the 160 We tnank Thee, Lord, for this. 4 We would see Jesus — for 500 We're going home, no more to. . 17 We're marching to Canaan 78 We're saved by the blood 140 We've journeyed many a dav. . 123 Well, wife, I've found the model 408 What a friend we have in Jesus 583 What can wash away my stain ? 195 What! lay my sins on Jesus ?,. . 38 What means this eager, anxious 9 What tho' clouds are hovering. 141 What various hindrances we.. . 710 When God the way of life 455 When He cometh/when He 638 When I shall wake in that fair. 4^5 When I survey the wond- .491, 709 When Jesus comes to reward.. 659 When morning gilds the skies . 537 When morning lights the 554 When my final farewell to the . 116 456 INDEX. NO. "When peace, like a river 573 When the King iu Ilis beauty . 231 When the Lord from heaven. .. 198 "When the mists have rolled 411 "When the storms of life are 119 When we gather at last over.. . 316 When we get home from our .. 182 When we reach our Father's... 173 Where is my wandering buy . . . 631 Wherever we may go, by night 286 "While foes are strong and 92 "While Jesus whispers to you . . 410 AVliile life, prolongs its precious 684 While shepherds watched 693 While Thou, my God, art.... 495 While we pray and while we... 428 Who came down from heaven.. 283 Who is on the Lord's side 236 Whoever recei veth the, 3d7 XO. Whom have I, Lord, in heaven. 142 Whosoever heareth, shout 618 Why do yon linger, why 419> Why do you wait, dear 130 With harps and with viols 33 With His dear am! loving care. 204 Work, for the night is coming. . 14 Work, for time is (lying 535 Would you lose your load of. . . . 14.") Would we be joyful in the 667 Y Yes. we'll meet again in 437 Yet there is room ! (>42 Yield not to temptation 582 You're starting, my boy, on 401 Young men in Christ the Lord. 502