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Over the Sea

A. F. Myers • English

Primary Scripture: Matthew 5:19

Verse 1

Hear the Saviour saying, “Come to me,” Over the sea of Galilee; Sad, erring soul, He gently speaks to thee, Over the sea of Galilee.

Chorus

Over the sea, beautiful sea, Calling to thee, “Come unto me,” Over the sea, beautiful sea; Calling to thee, “Come unto me,” Over the sea, beautiful sea of Galilee.

Verse 2

‘Tis the call of mercy; heed the voice, Over the sea of Galilee; Penitent one, Christ bids thy heart rejoice, Over the sea of Galilee.

Chorus

Over the sea, beautiful sea, Calling to thee, “Come unto me,” Over the sea, beautiful sea; Calling to thee, “Come unto me,” Over the sea, beautiful sea of Galilee.

Verse 3

Turn from sin to Jesus, trust His word, Over the sea of Galilee; Yield to the tones so often sweetly heard, Over the sea of Galilee.

Chorus

Over the sea, beautiful sea, Calling to thee, “Come unto me,” Over the sea, beautiful sea; Calling to thee, “Come unto me,” Over the sea, beautiful sea of Galilee.

Scripture References

Reference 1

  • matthew 5:19