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