Speak to Them Gently
Fanny J. Crosby • English
Primary Scripture: 2 Corinthians 2:7
Verse 1
Speak gently, speak gently, O grieve not again The hearts that are breaking, with sorrow and pain; We know not how bitter the trials they share, We know not how heavy the burdens they bear.
Chorus
Tenderly, tenderly, lovingly speak; Tell them of Jesus, the lowly and meek; Patiently waiting, He longs to receive All who are willing on Him to believe.
Verse 2
Speak gently, speak gently, O pity and pray For those who in darkness have wandered away; A word kindly spoken the captives may free; A word may reclaim them; O speak it, and see.
Chorus
Tenderly, tenderly, lovingly speak; Tell them of Jesus, the lowly and meek; Patiently waiting, He longs to receive All who are willing on Him to believe.
Verse 3
Speak gently, speak gently, wherever you go, In tempest, in sunshine in sorrow or woe; Speak gently, reposing your trust in the Lord, And joy without measure will be your reward.
Chorus
Tenderly, tenderly, lovingly speak; Tell them of Jesus, the lowly and meek; Patiently waiting, He longs to receive All who are willing on Him to believe.
Scripture References
Reference 1
- 2-corinthians 2:7