Speak gently, speak gently, oh grieve not again The hearts that are breaking with sorrow and pain ; [they share, We know not how bitter the trials We know not how heavy the burdens they bear.
Tenderly, tenderly, lovingly speak j Tell them of Jesus, the lowly and meek ; Patiently waiting, He longs to receive All who are willing on Him to believe.
2. Speak gently, speak gently, oh pity and pray For those who in darkness have wandered away ; A word kindly spoken the captives may free ; A word may reclaim them â oh speak it, and see !
3. Speak gently, speak gently, wherever you go, In tempest, in sunshine, in sorrow or woe ; Speak gently, reposing your trust in the Lord, And joy without measure will be your reward.