H. Bonar
I LAY my sins on Jesus,
The spotless Lamb of God;
He bears them all, and frees us
From the accursed load.
I bring my guilt to Jesus,
To wash my crimson stains
White in His blood most precious,
Till not a spot remains.
2
I lay my wants on Jesus,
All fulness dwells in Him;
He healeth my diseases,
He doth my soul redeem,
I lay my griefs on Jesus,
My burdens and my cares;
He from them all releases,
He all my sorrows shares.
3
I rest my soul on Jesus,
This weary soul of mine;
His right hand me embraces,
I on His breast recline.
I love the name of Jesus,
Emmanuel, Christ the Lord;
Like fragrance on the breezes,
His name abroad is poured.
4
I long to be like Jesus,
Meek, loving, lowly, mild;
I long to be like Jesus,
The Father’s Holy Child.
I long to be with Jesus,
Amid the heavenly throng;
To sing with saints His praises,
To learn the angels’ song.