The A.M.E. Zion Hymnal ‎#429

429. Love Lifted Me

1 I was sinking deep in sin,
Far from the peaceful shore,
Very deeply stained within,
Sinking to rise no more;
But the Master of the sea
Heard my despairing cry,
From the waters lifted me–
Now safe am I.

Refrain:
Love lifted me,
Love lifted me,
When nothing else could help,
Love lifted me;
Love lifted me,
Love lifted me,
When nothing else could help,
Love lifted me.

2 All my heart to Him I give,
Ever to Him I'll cling,
In His blessed presence live,
Ever His praises sing.
Love so mighty and so true
Merits my soul's best songs;
Faithful, loving service, too,
To Him belongs. [Refrain]

3 Souls in danger, look above,
Jesus completely saves;
He will lift you by His love
Out of the angry waves.
He's the Master of the sea,
Billows His will obey;
He your Savior wants to be–
Be saved today. [Refrain]

Text Information

• First Line: I was sinking deep in sin
• Title: Love Lifted Me
• Author: James Rowe, 1865-1933
• Refrain First Line: Love lifted me
• Meter: Irr. with Refrain
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1999
• Topic: Repentance and Pardon
• Copyright: © Benson Music Group
• Notes: Now Public Domain

Tune Information

• Name: LOVE LIFTED ME
• Composer: Howard E Smith, 1863-1918
• Meter: Irr. with Refrain
• Key: B♭ Major
• Copyright: © Benson Music Group
• Notes: Now Public Domain