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Jesus Is Passing By

Eliza E. Hewitt • English

Primary Scripture: Luke 18:37

Verse 1

Come, contrite one, and seek his grace, Jesus is passing by; See in his reconciled face The sunshine of the sky.

Chorus

Passing by, passing by, Hasten to meet him on the way, Jesus is passing by today, Passing by, passing by.

Verse 2

Come, hungry one, and tell your need, Jesus is passing by; The Bread of Life your soul will feed, And fully satisfy.

Chorus

Passing by, passing by, Hasten to meet him on the way, Jesus is passing by today, Passing by, passing by.

Verse 3

Come, weary one, and find sweet rest, Jesus is passing by; Come where the longing heart is blessed, And on his bosom lie.

Chorus

Passing by, passing by, Hasten to meet him on the way, Jesus is passing by today, Passing by, passing by.

Verse 4

Come, burdened one, bring all your care, Jesus is passing by; The love that listens to your prayer Will “no good thing” deny.

Chorus

Passing by, passing by, Hasten to meet him on the way, Jesus is passing by today, Passing by, passing by.

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