Once my soul was astray from the heavenly way, And was wretched and vile as could be; But my Saviour abovegavemepeacejoy
When He reached down His hand for me, When He reached down His hand for me; I was lost and undone, without God or His Son, When He reached down His hand for me, for me.
I was nearing despair, when He came to me there, And He showed me that I could be free; Then He lifted my feet, gave me glory complete, When
How my heart doth rejoice since I made Him my choice, From the tempest to Him now I flee; Now I lean on His arm I’m secure
Since the Lord gave me peace, heavenly joys never cease; Lord, I give all my life unto Thee; Guide my feet, hold my hand, grant with Thee I may