I once was lost in darkest night

Authors:
Themes:
Scriptures:
  • 1 Corinthians 5:10
  • Ephesians 2:1-3
  • Philippians 1:20-21
  • 1 Peter 2:24
  • 1 John 4:19
Book Number:
  • 1307

I ONCE WAS LOST IN DARKEST NIGHT,
yet thought I knew the way.
The sin that promised joy and life
had led me to the grave.
I had no hope that you would own
a rebel to your will,
and if you had not loved me first,
I would refuse you still.

2. But as I ran my hell-bound race,
indifferent to the cost,
you looked upon my helpless state
and led me to the cross.
And I beheld God’s love displayed:
you suffered in my place;
you bore the wrath reserved for me—
now all I know is grace.
Hallelujah! All I have is Christ.
Hallelujah! Jesus is my life.

3. Now, Lord, I would be yours alone,
and live so all might see
the strength to follow your commands
could never come from me.
O Father, use my ransomed life
in any way you choose,
and let my song for ever be,
‘My only boast is you’.

Hallelujah! All I have is Christ…

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Jordan Kauflin

The Christian Life - Humbling and Restoration

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Kauflin, Jordan

Jordan is published by Praise! online at number 1307
Jordan has written words and music in partnership with:
Matt Merker and Keith Getty at number 1266
Matt Merker and Dave Fournier at number 1283
Keith Getty, Matthew Merker and Stuart Townend at number 1304