African Methodist Episcopal Church Hymnal ‎#260

260. I've Wandered Far Away from God

1 I've wandered far away from God,
Now I'm coming home;
The paths of sin too long I've trod,
Lord, I'm coming home.

Refrain:
Coming home, coming home,
Nevermore to roam,
Open wide Thine arms of love,
Lord, I'm coming home.

2 I've wasted many precious years,
Now I'm coming home;
I now repent with bitter tears,
Lord, I'm coming home. [Refrain]

3 I've tired of sin and straying, Lord,
Now I'm coming home;
I'll trust Thy love, believe Thy word,
Lord, I'm coming home. [Refrain]

4 My soul is sick, my heart is sore,
Now I'm coming home;
My strength renew, my hope restore,
Lord, I'm coming home. [Refrain]

Text Information

• First Line: I've wandered far away from God
• Title: I've Wandered Far Away from God
• Author: William J. Kirkpatrick, 1838-1921
• Refrain First Line: Coming home, coming home
• Meter: 85.85. with Refrain
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 2011
• Scripture:
  Ezekiel 33:16
• Topic: The Christian Life: Repentance and Forgiveness; Conversion; Invitation

Tune Information

• Name: COMING HOME
• Composer: William J. Kirkpatrick, 1838-1921
• Meter: 85.85. with Refrain
• Key: A♭ Major