Christian Hymns ‎#307

307. I lay my sins on Jesus

1 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 fullness dwells in Him;
He heals all 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 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.

Text Information

• First Line: I lay my sins on Jesus
• Meter: 7, 6.
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1898
• Topic: Cares; Christ: Example of; Repentance
• Notes: H. Bonar, 1844.

Tune Information

• Name: PRAISE
• Meter: 7, 6.
• Key: A Major
• Source: Zinck's Koralbog, 1801.
• Notes: Norwegian tune name: [Jeg vil mig Herren love.]