Hymn
Come to Christ Just as You Are
Words: Ryan Daniel Cornett
Music: George C. Stebbins; adapt. Ryan Daniel Cornett
Tune: JANET (adapt.)
Meter: Irregular w/ Refrain
Stanza 1
There is love in the darkest moment
For the one falling to the grave;
There is hope in the deepest of valleys,
Call on Him who alone can save.
Refrain
Come to Christ just as you are,
He will not turn you away;
Come to Christ just as you are,
Call on Jesus, don't delay.
Stanza 2
There is peace in the peals of thunder,
Though they crash and they shake your soul;
Mercy waits in the arms of the Savior,
And His blood flows to make you whole.
Stanza 3
There is life just beyond the river,
In the home Jesus now prepares;
And a light that will end every shadow,
Endless joy the believer shares.
About the song
This simple invitation hymn calls sinners and weary souls to turn to Jesus. Through images of darkness, storms, and the passage from death to life, the lyrics proclaim Christ's saving mercy, the peace found in His redeeming blood, and the everlasting joy awaiting those who trust in Him.
Themes
Scripture references
Psalm 23:4; Isaiah 55:6-7; Matthew 11:28-30; John 3:16-17; John 6:37; John 14:1-3; Acts 4:12; Romans 10:9-13; 2 Corinthians 6:2; Ephesians 2:8-9; Revelation 21:3-4; Revelation 22:5; Revelation 22:17