The Glad Refrain for the Sunday School ‎#155

155. How Long?

1 How long, thou sinful one,
How long wilt thou delay?
The gate that now stands open wide
May bar thee on the outer side;
How long in darkness stay?
How long, how long?

2 How long, thou weary heart,
Wilt thou thy burden bear?
Thy Saviour waiteth to relieve,
Thy heavy burden to receive;
How long refuse His care?
How long, how long?

3 How long, thou child of God,
Wilt thou the Spirit grieve?
Thou canst not live by bread alone,
Thou canst not serve a God unknown;
How long thyself deceive?
How long, how long?

Text Information

• First Line: How long, thou sinful one
• Title: How Long?
• Author: Mrs. J. G. Welsh
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1886
• Topic: Invitation

Tune Information

• Name: [How long, thou sinful one]
• Composer: Robert Lowry