Jesus, to thee I now can fly,
by Charles Wesley (1707–1788)
Representative text
As printed in The Church Hymnal (1941), no. 233 — the newest hymnal carrying it.
Verse 1
Jesus, to thee I now can fly, On whom my help is laid; Oppressed by sins, I lift my eye, And see the shadows fade.
Verse 2
Believing on my Lord, I find A sure and present aid; On thee alone my constant mind Be every moment stayed.
Verse 3
Whate'er in me seems wise, or good, Or strong, I here disclaim; I wash my garments in the blood Of the atoning Lamb.
Verse 4
Jesus, my Strength, my Life, my Rest, On thee will I depend, Till summoned to the marriage-feast, When faith in sight shall end.