Humble Confidence

Verse 1

Lord! I cannot let thee go, Till a blessing thou bestow; Do not turn away thy face, Mine's an urgent, pressing case.

Verse 2

Once a sinner, near despair, Sought thy mercy-seat by prayer; Mercy heard and set him free Lord! that mercy came to me.

Verse 3

Many days have passed since then, Many changes I have seen; Yet have been upheld till now, Who could hold me up but thou?

Verse 4

Thou hast helped in every need This emboldens me to plead; After so much mercy past, Canst thou let me sink at last?

Verse 5

No--I must maintain my hold; 'Tis thy goodness makes me bold; I can no denial take, Since I plead for Jesus' sake.