Paul’s Farewell Charge

I

When Paul was parted from his friends
It was a weeping day;
But Jesus made them all amends,
And wiped their tears away.

II

Ere long they met again with joy
(Secure, no more to part,)
Where praises every tongue employ,
And pleasure fills each heart.

III

Thus all the preachers of His grace
Their children soon shall meet,
Together see their Saviour’s face,
And worship at his feet.

IV

But they who heard the word in vain,
Though oft and plainly warn’d,
Will tremble when they meet again
The ministers they scorn’d.

V

On your own heads your blood will fall
If any perish here;
The preachers who have told you all
Shall stand approved and clear.

VI

Yet, Lord, to save themselves alone
Is not their utmost view;
Oh! hear their prayer, thy message own,
And save their hearers too.