Ten Thousand Charms by Allison K. Pittman
Acknowledgments
praise God for His wisdom, mercy, and grace. He gave me answers before I could formulate questions; He guided my steps when I didn't know I was on a journey; He lit my path when 1 thought I had found my resting place. I thank God for the amazing family He has seen fit to give me. For my husband, Mike, and my sons, Ryan, Jack, and Charlie— thanks guys for all the camping trips! For my parents who have been such an example of strength in Christ. For my sisters who make me feel so special. And for Martha, who made my brother's life complete.
Finally, I must give thanks for all of those people who made this book possible. Thank you, Rod, for being such an amazing editor. Only you could make me feel at peace in blue socks and black shoes. Thank you, Monday night group—you read every page of this and gave such great advice about trees and talking heads. Most of all, my sweet sister in Christ, Brenda, for never letting me forget Who I know, and Who knows me.
COME, YE SINNER
POOR AND NEEDY
Joseph Hart (1759)
Come, ye sinners, poor and needy,
Weak and wounded, sick and sore;
Jesus ready stands to save you,
Full of pity, love and power.
Refrain:
I will arise and go to Jesus,
He will embrace me in His arms;
In the arms of my dear Saviour,
0 there are ten thousand charms.
Come, ye thirsty, come and welcome,
God's free bounty glorify;
True belief and true repentance,
Every grace that bringsyou nigh.
Come, ye weary, heavy laden,
Lost and ruined by the fall;
If you tarry tillyoure better,
You will never come at all.
Let not conscience makeyou linger,
Nor of fitness fondly dream;
All the fitness He requireth
Is tofeelyour need of Him.
Come, ye weary, heavy laden,
Lost and ruined by the fall;
If you tarry till you're better,
You will never come at all.