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Rescue the Perishing
1 Rescue the perishing, care for the dying, Snatch them in pity from sin and the grave. Weep o'er the erring one; lift up the fallen. Tell them of Jesus, the mighty to save. Refrain: Rescue the perishing; Care for the dying. Jesus is merciful; Jesus will save! 2 Tho' they are slighting Him, still He is waiting– Waiting the penitent child to receive. Plead with them earnestly; plead with them gently. He will forgive if they only believe. [Refrain] 3 Down in the human heart, crushed by the tempter, Feelings lie buried that grace can restore. Touched by a loving heart, wakened by kindness, Cords that are broken will vibrate once more. [Refrain] 4 Rescue the perishing; duty demands it. Strength for your labor the Lord will provide. Back to the narrow way patiently win them, Tell the poor wand'rer a Savior has died. [Refrain]
WORDS: Fanny J. Crosby
MUSIC: William H. Doane
Theme: The Living Church: Missions and Ministry