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.
Rescue the perishing, care for the dying ; Jesus is merciful, Jesus will save.
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.
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 will vibrate once more.
4. Rescue the perishing, duty demands it ; Strength for thy labour the Lord will provide : Back to the narrow way patiently win them ; Tell the poor wanderer a Saviour has died.