Laudes Domini ‎#47

47. A prayer in need

1 Come, my soul, thy suit prepare,
Jesus loves to answer prayer;
He himself has bid thee pray,
Therefore will not say thee nay.

2 With my burden I begin:
Lord! remove this load of sin;
Let thy blood, for sinners spilt,
Set my conscience free from guilt.

3 Lord! I come to thee for rest;
Take possession of my breast;
There, thy blood-bought right maintain,
And, without a rival, reign.

4 While I am a pilgrim here,
Let thy love my spirit cheer;
As my Guide, my Guard, my Friend,
Lead me to my journey's end.

5 Show me what I have to do,
Every hour my strength renew;
Let me live a life of faith,
Let me die thy people's death.

Text Information

• First Line: Come, my soul, thy suit prepare
• Title: A prayer in need
• Author: John Newton
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1890
• Topic: Prayer and Invocation; Close of Worship; Opening of Service; Prayer

Tune Information

• Name: HENDON
• Composer: C. Malan
• Meter: 7s
• Key: G Major or modal