Paul's Farewell Charge

Verse 1

When Paul was parted from his friends, It was a weeping day; But Jesus made them all amends, And wip'd their tears away.

Verse 2

In heav'n they met again with joy, Secure, no more to part; Where praises ev'ry tongue employ, And pleasure fills each heart.

Verse 3

Thus all the preachers of his grace Their children soon shall meet; Together see their Saviour's face, And worship at his feet.

Verse 4

But they who heard the word in vain, Though oft and plainly warn'd, Will tremble when they meet again, The ministers they scorn'd.

Verse 5

On your own heads your blood will fall, If any perish here; The preachers who have told you all, Shall stand approv'd and clear.

Verse 6

Yet, Lord to save themselves alone, Is not their utmost view; O hear their pray'r, thy message own, And save their hearers too.