The Leper healed; or Sanctification implored

Verse 1

Behold the lep'rous jew, Oppress'd with pain and grief, Pouring his tears at Jesus' feet, For pity and relief.

Verse 2

"O speak the word," he cries, "And heal me of my pain: "Lord, thou art able, if thou wilt, "To make a leper clean."

Verse 3

Compassion moves his heart, He speaks the gracious word; The leper feels his strength return, And all his sickness cur'd.

Verse 4

To thee, dear Lord, I look, Sick of a worse disease; Sin is my painful malady, And none can give me ease.

Verse 5

But thy almighty grace Can heal my lep'rous soul; O bathe me in thy precious blood, And that will make me whole.