Who needs Jesus Christ?

By Rhiannonw

Sun, 22 Feb 2026
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[Continuing the hymn-for-Sundays series]

Unless we feel our need, and squirm,
we’ll not desire of Christ to learn
– the One who is the Judge, but has
the purchased gift within His hands.

The gift of pardon bought by such
great suffering – oh, he suffered much;
but if you do not see your need
you’ll pass it by, and take no heed.

How often have you wished you’d not
followed again some foolish thought?
and done that thing which caused you shame
within your heart again, again?

Not only pardon but new will,
new life He gives – power to fulfil
desires to stop from doing wrong
and be more kind to everyone.

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Submitted by Nolan on

A New Life! Nolan &

 

Submitted by Rhiannonw on

Yes! Purchased by Christ, received in its fullness by anyone! Rhiannon

 

Submitted by TJW on

Does He want kindness or truth?  Many, maybe most, times people lie to be kind.  Asked for forgiveness/pardon every time I killed someone.  I keep picturing God, C'mon, Thad, there comes a time when you must know better.  Forgiveness is not a crutch to sin forever.

V/R

 

Submitted by Rhiannonw on

We've discussed killing when a soldier before haven't we? And the honesst miixed motives and feelings in the heart. God knows what needs pardon, what is needful killing in obedience to being under orders in a war situation.

No, of course, forgiveness isn't a crutch to continue sinning. If we honestly ask forgiveness we don't want to continue sinning, but know our own weakness while on earth. But life in Christ does give us more power to resist.

True kindness of heart doesn't deliberately lie, and a heart with Christ loves truth, real truth, honesty.

By the way, have you never found a church that does preach/explain the BIble clearly, and has members who love the gospel, love Christ, genuine? Rhiannon

 

Submitted by Tom Brown on

Do you remember where we had this discussion Rhiannon? It would be interesting to compare.

Good day, keep well! Tom

 

Submitted by Rhiannonw on

It was discussion earlier on some previous hymns+/or some of his own writing, with TJW about his personal concerns, Tom.

 

Submitted by Tom Brown on

You might be able to find it AbcTales has it's own search facility (?engine) I have used it before.

See you then. Tom

 

Submitted by Rhiannonw on

I think enough has been said above, it's not necessary or the place for any further discussion on the topic. Rh

 

Submitted by TJW on

Probably.  I work too much.  I pick up a few hours on the weekends in addition to my regular work week.  I work too much to worship which doesn't bode well for me.

V/R

 

Submitted by Rhiannonw on

Well, I must pray you'll find such a church, and be blessed by popping in! Rhiannon

 

Submitted by TJW on

You would do that? - pray for me?  don't forget my babies.