The Army and Navy Hymnal/Hymns/O Tender and Sweet Was the Master's Voice

by Ellen K. Bradford(Over the Line by Edward H. Phelps)

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O Tender and Sweet Was the Master's Voice

(OVER THE LINE. 10, 8, 10, 8. With Refrain)

N. K. Bradford

Edward H. Phelps

1. O tender and sweet was the Master's voice
   As he lovingly called to me,
   'Come over the line it is only a step--
   I am waiting my child, for thee!'
   Refrain
   'Over the line,' hear the sweet refrain,
   Angels are chanting the heavenly strain:
   'Over the line,' Why should I remain
   With a step between me and Jesus.
   (4th v) 'Over the line,' I will not remain,
   I'll cross it and go to Jesus. Amen.
   
2. But my sins are many, my faith is small,
   Lo! the answer came quick and clear;
   'Thou needest not trust in thyself at all,
   Step over the line, I am here.'
   Refrain
   
3. But my flesh is weak, I tearfully said,
   And the way I cannot see;
   I fear if I try I may sadly fail,
   And thus may dishonor thee.
   Refrain
   
4. Ah, the world is cold, and I cannot go back,
   Press forward I surely must;
   I will place my hand in his wounded palm,
   Step over the line, and trust.
   Refrain

Copyright, 1906, by E. H. Phelps. Renewal, By permission of The Biglow & Main Co., owners

O Tender and Sweet Was the Master's Voice