When the disciples refuge sought

Verse 1

When the disciples refuge sought To sham the stubborn Jews; When they had neither hope or thought, They hear'd a welcome new's.

Verse 2

Their doors were bolted, bar'd & lock'd, To guard them in their fears; The Saviour neither call'd nor knock'd, But suddenly appears.

Verse 3

My peace be unto you he said: My peace to you is giv'n; You need not doubt nor be affraid, I am your Lord from heav'n.

Verse 4

That they might be convinc'd and know: And fully satisfied; His wounded hands to them did show, Likewise his pierced side.

Verse 5

Thus with all saints it is the case, When Jesus is withdrawn; When he appears to hide his face, Then all our joys are gone.

Verse 6

Like the disciples they feel sad, Like them they feel distress'd; A view of Jesus makes them glad, And sooth's their minds to rest.

Verse 7

Let us assemble, watch and pray, As faithful servants do! Till Jesus visits us and say, My peace be unto you.