Verse 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.

Verse 2

Though 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.

Verse 3

Down in the human heart, crushed by the tempter,

Feelings lie buried that grace can restore;

Touched by a loving hand, wakened by kindness,

Chords that were broken can vibrate

once more.

Verse 4

Rescue the perishing, duty demands it;

Strength for the labour the Lord will provide:

Back to the narrow way patiently win them;

Tell the poor wanderers the Saviour has died.