The Castle of the Human Heart

Verse 1

The castle of the human heart Strong in its native sin, Is guarded well, in every part, By him who dwells within.

Verse 2

For Satan there, in arms, resides, And calls the place his own; With care against assaults provides, And rules, as on a throne.

Verse 3

Each traitor thought on him, as chief, In blind obedience waits; And pride, self-will, and unbelief, Are posted at the gates.

Verse 4

Thus Satan for a season reigns, And keeps his goods in peace; The soul is pleased to wear his chains, Nor wishes a release.

Verse 5

But Jesus, stronger far than he, In His appointed hour Appears, to set His people free From the usurper’s power.

Verse 6

"This heart I bought with blood," He says, "And now it shall be Mine." His voice the strong one armed dismays, He knows he must resign.

Verse 7

In spite of unbelief and pride, And self, and Satan’s art; The gates of brass fly open wide, And Jesus wins the heart.

Verse 8

The rebel soul that once withstood The Savior’s kindest call; Rejoices now, by grace subdued, To serve Him with her all.