The Gospel Bells

Verse 1

The Gospel bells are ringing, Over land, from sea to sea: Blessèd news of free salvation Do they offer you and me. For God so loved the world That His only Son He gave; Whosoe’er believeth in Him Everlasting life shall have.

Chorus

Gospel bells, how they ring; Over land from sea to sea; Gospel bells freely bring Blessèd news to you and me.

Verse 2

The Gospel bells invite us To a feast prepared for all; Do not slight the invitation, Nor reject the gracious call. I am the Bread of life; Eat of Me, thou hungry soul; Tho’ your sins be red as crimson, They shall be as white as wool.

Verse 3

The Gospel bells give warning, As they sound from day to day, Of the fate which doth await them Who forever will delay. Escape ye, for thy life; Tarry not in all the plain, Nor behind thee look, oh, never, Lest thou be consumed in pain.

Verse 4

The Gospel bells are joyful, As they echo far and wide, Bearing notes of perfect pardon, Thro’ a Savior crucified. Good tidings of great joy To all people do I bring, Unto you is born a Savior, Which is Christ the Lord and King.