Let us…come boldly unto the throne of grace, that we may obtain mercy, and find grace to help in time of need.
Hebrews 4:16
Words: Christian H. Bateman (1813–1889). Published in Sunday-School Hymns, edited by Thomas H. Gregg (London: Marlborough & Company, 1870), number 24.
Music: Blaenhafren traditional Welsh tune (🔊 pdf nwc).
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Jesus, full of grace and mercy,
Listen to our humble cry;
From Thy throne above in glory,
Turn on us Thy gracious eye.
We are poor, but Thou art mighty;
Help for souls on Thee is laid:
Come, Thou Jesus! God of mercy,
Bless us in our time of need.
Low we bend ’neath sin’s dark burden,
But Thy power can make us clean;
Savior, hear us! hear and pardon—
Wash us from all guilt and sin.
Purify our souls and spirits,
Cleanse us in Thy precious blood;
Make us joy and peace inherit,
Saved and blest by Thee our God.