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Didst Thou, Dear Jesus, Pray For Me?

Ernest Edwin Ryden (1923) • English

Primary Scripture: John 17:9-17

Verse 1

Didst Thou, dear Jesus, pray for me In that dread night of old, When Thou didst gather in farewell Thy chosen little fold?

Verse 2

May I believe Thy love so great Could compass even me, When Thou didst plead in tender love For all who trust in Thee?

Verse 3

Was there a place in Thy dear heart For such a one as I; And dost Thou still remember me Before the throne on high?

Verse 4

O wondrous love beyond compare, O mercy, full and free; My heart shall e'er rejoice in this, That Jesus prays for me! Amen.

Scripture References

Reference 1

  • john 17:9-17