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Mercy, O Thou Son of David

John Newton • English

Primary Scripture: Mark 10:47-48

Verse 1

“Mercy, O Thou Son of David,” Thus poor blind Bartimeus prayed, “Others by Thy Word are saved, Now to me afford Thine aid.”

Verse 2

Many for his crying chid him, But he called the louder still, Till the gracious Savior bid him, “Come and ask me what you will.”

Scripture References

Reference 1

  • mark 10:47-48
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