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Text:Jesus Is Calling Thee
Author:Mrs. C. L. S.
Tune:[He who once in Galilee]
Composer:D. B. Towner

74. Jesus Is Calling Thee

1 He who once in Galilee
Called to sinners, Come to me,"
Now, enthroned in light above,
Pleadeth still in tones of love.

Chorus:
There is joy and hope for thee,
Peace and pardon full and free;
Weary soul, no longer wait,
Open stands the pearly gate.

2 While he waiteth to impart
Strength to every fainting heart,
Sinner to the Savior flee,
He is calling still to thee. [Chorus]

3 While the crystal fountain flows,
There is balm for all thy woes;
Thou wilt find a safe retreat,
In his promise, sure and sweet. [Chorus]

4 Seek the loving Savior's breast,
He alone can give thee rest;
Even now he calls to thee,
As of old in Galilee. [Chorus]

Text Information
First Line: He who once in Galilee
Title: Jesus Is Calling Thee
Author: Mrs. C. L. S.
Refrain First Line: There is joy and hope for thee
Language: English
Publication Date: 1883
Scripture:
Copyright: Copyright, 1883, by D. B. Towner.
Notes: Now Public Domain. "To-day, if ye will hear his voice."—Ps. 95: 7.
Tune Information
Name: [He who once in Galilee]
Composer: D. B. Towner
Incipit: 55517 65355 55443
Key: C Major
Copyright: Copyright, 1883, by D. B. Towner.
Notes: Public Domain.



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