Rest for Weary Souls

Verse 1

Does the gospel word proclaim Rest for those that weary be? Then, my soul, put in thy claim; 'Tis that promise speaks to thee.

Verse 2

Marks of grace I cannot show, All polluted is my best; But I weary am, I know, And the weary long for rest.

Verse 3

Burdened with a load of sin. Harassed with tormenting doubt; Hourly conflicts from within, Hourly crosses from without.

Verse 4

All my little strength is gone, Sink must I without supply; Sure upon the earth is none Can more weary be than I.

Verse 5

In the ark the weary dove Found a welcome resting place; Thus my spirit longs to prove Rest in Christ, the Ark of grace.