The Seventh-Day Adventist Hymn and Tune Book ‎#1280

1280. Why not come to Jesus?

1 Why not come to Jesus?
There is hope for thee;
There is wondrous pardon,
Offered full and free.
Only trust his mercy,
Ask and be forgiven;
Why not come to Jesus?
He is the way to heav'n.

2 Doubt his love no longer,
Count all else but loss;
Faith and hope grow stronger
Taking up the cross.
'Tis a burden precious,
Giving peace within;
Why not come to Jesus,
And leave thy load of sin?

3 Who has love so constant,
Love so tried and true,
Thus to die for sinners,
Thus to die for you?
At your heart he's knocking,
Turn him not away;
Why not come to Jesus?
O, why not come today?

4 Now the Holy Spirit
Whispers his dear name,
Angels bending near you
Bid you speak the same,
Speak it while he's waiting,
Speak it while you may;
Why not come to Jesus?
He waits to hear you pray.

Text Information

• First Line: Why not come to Jesus?
• Author: F. E. B.
• Publication Date: 1886
• Scripture:
  Revelation 22:17
• Topic: Bible Songs: Invitation

Tune Information

• Name: WHY NOT COME TO JESUS?
• Composer: F. E. Belden
• Key: F Major or modal