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REST.(Matthew xi. 28.)
Ah! this is what I need, Lord,Is it indeed for me!—Rest for the heavy-laden,May such come unto Thee!
Is it for me to-day, Lord?May I come now to Thee!Just as I am, so sinful,Charged with iniquity?
So restless, toil-worn, weary,So full of pain and care,—May I bring all my burden,Assured that Thou wilt bear?
I take Thy word, Lord Jesus,I will not stay to doubt;Thou, Thou art what I long for,And Thou wilt not cast out.
I take the rest, Thou givestAnd eased is all my pain,A wondrous peace steals o'er me,Clear shining after rain.
And yet a rest remaineth,A perfect, endless rest;—I thank Thee, oh my Saviour,Oh! truly I am blest!
