He Gave Himself
Thomas O. Chisholm • English
Primary Scripture: Galatians 2:14
Verse 1
He gave Himself for my redemption, Laid down His life, to save my own; No less a price could pay my ransom, No other sacrifice atone.
Chorus
He gave Himself, my precious Savior, I never knew such love before! Now He is mine, yes, mine forever, And I am His forevermore
Verse 2
He gave Himself a free oblation, He counted not the cross of shame, To bring to me His great salvation And life eternal thro’ His name.
Chorus
He gave Himself, my precious Savior, I never knew such love before! Now He is mine, yes, mine forever, And I am His forevermore
Verse 3
“He gave Himself!” I read them over, Those words that mean so much to me; I strive in vain to grasp their meaning, How love so wonderful could be.
Chorus
He gave Himself, my precious Savior, I never knew such love before! Now He is mine, yes, mine forever, And I am His forevermore
Verse 4
He gave Himself! they mocked and smote Him, And nailed Him there upon the tree; He bore it all in meek submission And died a sinner’s death for me.
Chorus
He gave Himself, my precious Savior, I never knew such love before! Now He is mine, yes, mine forever, And I am His forevermore
Verse 5
He gave Himself! His love hath conquered My stubborn will, my sinful pride; My broken heart to Him is clinging, Who for my sake was crucified.
Chorus
He gave Himself, my precious Savior, I never knew such love before! Now He is mine, yes, mine forever, And I am His forevermore
Scripture References
Reference 1
- galatians 2:14