Author: Charles W. Naylor; Clara M. Brooks Hymnal: Timeless Truths #388 Meter: 12.9.12.9 with refrain First Line: When my soul is oppressed with the sorrows of life Refrain First Line: Just to know that He knows, that my Lord understands Lyrics: 1 When my soul is oppressed with the sorrows of life,
And the thought of the morrow alarms;
With my care-laden heart, then, I flee from the strife,
And I weep out my woes in His arms.
Refrain:
Just to know that He knows, that my Lord understands,
And His look of compassion to see;
Soothes the pain in my heart, is a balm for my wounds,
Bringing comfort and peace unto me.
2 If my best efforts fail, though my friends may reprove,
When I sigh for their solace and prayers,
It will work for my good, if my Savior I love—
He assures me He knows and He cares. [Refrain]
3 Though in trial I suffer, He keeps me content,
Sees before me the dangers prepared;
And in mercy His wisdom the flames may have sent,
That my soul greater woe might be spared. [Refrain]
4 Yes, my failures He knows, and my sighs, and my tears,
And the depth of my bitterest woes;
By the deep consolation He brings for my fears,
I am sure that my dear Savior knows. [Refrain] Scripture: Job 23:10 Tune Title: [When my soul is oppressed with the sorrows of life]
To Know That He Knows