"Wilt Thou Be Made Whole?"(2)

By sin we have been severed from the life of God.
Our souls are palsied. Of ourselves we are no more
Capable of living a holy life than was the impotent man
Capable of walking. Many realize their helplessness;
They are longing for that spiritual life which will bring
Them into harmony with God, and are striving to obtain it.

He bids you arise in health and peace. Do not wait to feel
That you are made whole. Believe the Saviour's word.
Put your will on the side of Christ. Will to serve Him,
And in acting upon His word you will receive strength.

The sense of sin has poisoned the springs of life.
But Christ say, "I will take your sins;
I will give you peace.
I have bought you with My blood.
You are mine.
My grace shall strengthen your weakened will;
Your remorse for sin I will remove."

When temptations assail you, when care and perplexity
Surround you, when,depressed and discouraged,
You are ready to yield to despair, look to Jesus,
And the darkness that encompasses you will be dispelled
By the bright shining of His presence.

When sin struggles for the mastery in your soul, and burdens
The conscience, look to the Saviour.
His grace is sufficient to subdue sin. Let your grateful heart,
Trembling with uncertainty, tune to Him.
Lay hold on the hope set before you.

Christ waits to adopt you into His family.
His strength will help your weakness; He will lead you step
By step. Place your hand in His, and let Him guide you.

Never feel that Christ is far away. He is always near.
His loving presence surrounds you.
Seek Him as One who desires to be found of you.
He desires you not only to touch His garments,
But to walk with Him in constant communion.