Midweek Praise Wednesday 10 May 2023

How deep the Father’s love for us,
how vast beyond all measure,
that He should give His only Son
to make a wretch His treasure.
How great the pain of searing loss –
the Father turns His face away,
as wounds which mar the chosen one
bring many sons to glory.

Behold the man upon a cross,
my sin upon His shoulders;
ashamed, I hear my mocking voice
call out among the scoffers.
It was my sin that held Him there
until it was accomplished;
His dying breath has brought me life –
I know that it is finished.

I will not boast in anything,
no gifts, no power, no wisdom;
but I will boast in Jesus Christ,
His death and resurrection.
Why should I gain from His reward?
I cannot give an answer,
but this I know with all my heart,
His wounds have paid my ransom.

I was sinking deep in sin,
sinking to rise no more,
overwhelmed by guilt within,
mercy I did implore.
Then the Master of the sea
heard my despairing cry,
Christ my Saviour lifted me,
now safe am I.

Love lifted me! Love lifted me!
When no-one but Christ could help,
love lifted me!
Love lifted me! Love lifted me!
When no-one but Christ could help,
love lifted me!

Souls in danger, look above,
Jesus completely saves;
He will lift you by His love
out of the angry waves.
He’s the Master of the sea,
billows His will obey;
He your Saviour wants to be,
be saved today!

Love lifted me! Love lifted me!
When no-one but Christ could help,
love lifted me!
Love lifted me! Love lifted me!
When no-one but Christ could help,
love lifted me!

When the waves of sorrow roll,
when I am in distress,
Jesus takes my hand in His,
ever He loves to bless.
He will every fear dispel,
satisfy every need;
all who heed His loving call,
find rest indeed.

Love lifted me! Love lifted me!
When no-one but Christ could help,
love lifted me!
Love lifted me! Love lifted me!
When no-one but Christ could help,
love lifted me!