God so loved the world that He gave His one and only Son, that whoever believes in Him shall not perish, but have eternal life.
John 3:16
Words: John O. Haynes, in Victory, edited by Emmett S. Dean (Waco, Texas: Trio Music, 1918), number 2.
Music: Melody by Forest Hendrick, harmonized by Virgil P. Cassaday (🔊pdf nwc) .
If you know where to get a good photo of Haynes, Hendrick or Cassaday (head & shoulders, at least 200×300 pixels),
A message so true I am bringing to you,
’Tis a message from Heaven above;
It tells of God’s power
To save us this hour,
And of wonderful mercy and love.
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Oh, sinner, believe the news and receive
The Savior who suffered for you;
And today make a start, giving Jesus your heart,
Saying What wilt Thou have me to do?
He wants us to come to our heavenly home,
When our trials here are all o’er;
So trust His dear love
That with angels above,
You may rest in His light evermore.
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Oh, do not delay,
Heed the message today,
For tomorrow may be too late;
Come, trust the dear love
Of Jesus above,
And enter the fold’s blessèd gate.
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