Methodist Hymn and Tune Book ‎#337

337. Jesus calls us: o'er the tumult

1 Jesus calls us: o'er the tumult
Of our life's wild, restless sea,
Day by day His sweet voice soundeth,
Saying, "Christian, follow Me."

2 As of old Apostles heard it
By the Galilean lake,
Turned from home, and toil, and kindred,
Leaving all for His dear sake.

3 Jesus calls us from the worship
Of the vain world's golden store,
From each idol that would keep us,
Saying, "Christian, love Me more!"

4 In our joys and in our sorrows,
Days of toil and hours of ease,
Still He calls, in cares and pleasures,
"Christian, love Me more than these!"

5 Jesus calls us: by Thy mercies,
Saviour, may we hear Thy call,
Give our hearts to Thy obedience,
Service and love Thee best of all.

Text Information

• First Line: Jesus calls us: o'er the tumult
• Author: Mrs. Cecil Frances Alexander, 1823-1895
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1917
• Topic: Jesus (See also Christ): Calling; The Church and the Kingdom of God: Evangelism

Tune Information

• Name: GALILEE
• Composer: W. H. Jude, 1851-
• Meter: 8.7.8.7
• Key: B♭ Major