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The Ungrateful Nine

J. B. Atchinson • English

Primary Scripture: Luke 17:17

Verse 1

Ten lepers were cleansed, but only one Returned to give God glory; O, where are the nine, ungrateful nine? One only tells the story.

Chorus

Ye whose sins have been forgiven, Glorify the Lord; Jesus is the great Physician, Praise his holy name.

Verse 2

The world was redeemed, but O how few Accept the great salvation! Unmindful of Him who died to save Each tribe, and tongue, and nation.

Chorus

Ye whose sins have been forgiven, Glorify the Lord; Jesus is the great Physician, Praise his holy name.

Verse 3

If you have been healed and purified, Tell others the glad story; Remember 'tis sin not to return And give to God the glory.

Chorus

Ye whose sins have been forgiven, Glorify the Lord; Jesus is the great Physician, Praise his holy name.

Verse 4

Be not like the nine, be like the one, Ye who from Christ still tarry; There's pardon for you, O, come today! Christ will your burden carry.

Chorus

Ye whose sins have been forgiven, Glorify the Lord; Jesus is the great Physician, Praise his holy name.

Scripture References

Reference 1

  • luke 17:17