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Touch But the Hem of His Garment

F. A. Blackmer • English

Primary Scripture: Matthew 9:20-22

Verse 1

Once to the Lord there came A trembling soul; She touched His garment's hem, And was made whole.

Chorus

Touch but the hem of His garment, Haste, sinner, haste, I pray; Touch but the hem of His garment, And thou shalt be whole today.

Verse 2

No mighty task to do, Simply believe; Touch but His garment's hem And health receive.

Chorus

Touch but the hem of His garment, Haste, sinner, haste, I pray; Touch but the hem of His garment, And thou shalt be whole today.

Verse 3

Tho' bow'd with weight of sin Seek now the Lord; Touching His garment's hem Shall peace afford.

Chorus

Touch but the hem of His garment, Haste, sinner, haste, I pray; Touch but the hem of His garment, And thou shalt be whole today.

Verse 4

Sinner, stretch forth thy hand This very hour; Touch now His garment's hem, Find saving power.

Chorus

Touch but the hem of His garment, Haste, sinner, haste, I pray; Touch but the hem of His garment, And thou shalt be whole today.

Scripture References

Reference 1

  • matthew 9:20-22