CDXIV. At a minister's leaving his people—Paul's farewell charge

1 When Paul was parted from his friends,
It was a weeping day;
But Jesus made them all amends,
And wip'd their tears away.

2 In heaven they met again with joy
(secure no more to part)
Where praises every tongue employ,
And pleasure fills each heart.

3 Thus all the preachers of his grace
Their children soon shall meet;
Together see their Savior's face,
And worship at his feet.

4 But they who heard the word in vain,
Tho' oft and plainly warn'd;
Will tremble when they meet again,
The ministers they scorn'd.

5 On your own heads you blood will fall
If any perish here;
The preachers who have told you all
Shall stand approv'd and clear.

6 Yet, Lord to save themselves alone,
Is not their utmost view;
O! hear their prayer, thy message own,
And save their hearers too.

Text Information
First Line: When Paul was parted from his friends
Title: At a minister's leaving his people—Paul's farewell charge
Meter: C. M.
Language: English
Publication Date: 1792
Scripture:
Topic: The Church; Ministers: Leaving a people
Notes: Now Public Domain.
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