Rest for the weary, rest,
In this dark world of sin;
Say, can it anywhere be found
Midst life’s unceasing din?
Rest for the weary! rest
From sorrow, strife, and care,
Vexation, worry, man’s self-will,
Around us everywhere!
Rest for the weary! rest;
Sin’s captives, in their chains,
For such can rest indeed be found?
Yes, while life still remains.
Rest for the weary! rest
Is found in Christ alone,
Who once was “Man of Sorrows” here,
Yet all God’s will hath done.
Rest, through His finished work,
Rest, through His precious blood;
Rest from the weariness of sin,
Rest from its guilty load.