that saved a wretch like me!

I once was lost, but now am found,

was blind, but now I see.

and grace my fears relieved;

how precious did that grace appear

the hour I first believed!

I have already come:

'tis grace has brought me safe thus far,

and grace will lead me home.

his word my hope secures;

he will my shield and portion be

as long as life endures.

and mortal life shall cease:

I shall possess, within the veil,

a life of joy and peace.

the sun forbear to shine;

but God, who called me here below,

will be forever mine.