I once was lost in darkest night
Yet thought I knew the way
The sin that promised joy and life
Had led me to the grave
I had no hope that You would own
A rebel to Your will
And if You had not loved me first
I would refuse You still
But as I ran my hell-bound race
Indifferent to the cost
You looked upon my helpless state
And led me to the cross
And I beheld God’s love displayed
You suffered in my place
You bore the wrath reserved for me
Now all I know is grace
Hallelujah! All I have is Christ
Hallelujah! Jesus is my life
Now, Lord, I would be Yours alone
And live so all might see
The strength to follow Your commands
Could never come from me
O Father, use my ransomed life
In any way You choose
And let my song forever be
My only boast is You
-Jordon Kauflin
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2 comments:
Jill, what a beautiful poem! Such a vivid description of before and after salvation. All to Him I owe! He is so kind to us as we traverse this earth, making us mindful of others who need our care and comfort. Keep posting for your readers and provoke us to good works, (Hebrews10:24) as He leads and for the glory of our Lord!
Kathryn
Oh, Kathryn, yes these lyrics are so good, very personal. (The link is kind of rowdy!) When we sing it in our service it is calm and so sweet. Yes, we who are saved are still sinners/rebels, but saved by His marvelous grace! Praises!
Thanks for the scripture! So encouraged!
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