On the Shore of Galilee

Verse 1

On the shore of Galilee, Lo, the people thronging Like the waves upon the sea, Filled with earnest longing; Drawn by Jesus’ wondrous deeds, Who, in pity for our needs, Seeks the sheep no shepherd heeds, To His fold belonging.

Verse 2

Mothers bring their children near, Eager for His blessing; Gathers them the Saviour dear, In His arms caressing; Hearts bowed down with heavy grief Find in Him a sweet relief, Doubting souls in full belief Christ, the Lord, confessing.

Verse 3

To His feet the sick and worn, Friends in haste are bringing; Wretched souls, be demons torn, To His hands are clinging; Jesus speaks the word of grace, Healing love beams from His face, Plagues and demons fly apace, Woe is changed to singing.

Verse 4

Son of god, to thee we bow, Answer us appealing; Son of Man, look on us now, Thy compassion feeling; Not alone by Galilee, Troubled hearts Thy face may see; Let Thy mercy, large and free, Bring to us Thy healing.