Evangelical Lutheran Hymn-book ‎#201

201. Return, O wanderer, return

1 RETURN, O wanderer, return,
And seek an injured Father's face,
Those warm desires that in thee burn
Were kindled by reclaiming grace.

2 Return, O wanderer, return,
And seek a Father's melting heart;
His pitying eyes thy grief discern,
His hand shall heal thine inward smart.

3 Return, O wanderer, return,
Thy Saviour bids thy spirit live;
Go to His bleeding feet, and learn
How freely Jesus can forgive.

4 Return, O wanderer, return,
And wipe away the falling tear;
'Tis God who says, "No longer mourn,"
'Tis mercy's voice invites thee near.

Text Information

• First Line: Return, O wanderer, return
• Meter: L. M.
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1893
• Topic: Repentance
• Notes: W. B. Collyer.

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