One sat alone beside the highway begging

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One sat alone beside the highway begging,
  His eyes were blind, the light he could not see;
He clutched his rags and shivered in the shadows,
  Then Jesus came and bade his darkness flee.
  When Jesus comes the tempter’s pow’r is broken;
  When Jesus comes the tears are wiped away.
He takes the gloom and fills the life with glory,
    For all is changed when Jesus comes to stay.
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From home and friends the evil spirits drove him,
  Among the tombs he dwelt in misery;
He cut himself as demon pow’rs possessed him,
  Then Jesus came and set the captive free.
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“Unclean! unclean!” the leper cried in torment,
  The deaf, the dumb, in helplessness stood near;
The fever raged, disease had gripped its victim,
  Then Jesus came and cast out every fear.
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Their hearts were sad as in the tomb they laid him,
  For death had come and taken him away;
Their night was dark and bitter tears were falling,
  Then Jesus came and night was turned to day.
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So men today have found the Savior able,
  They could not conquer passion, lust and sin;
Their broken hearts had left them sad and lonely,
  Then Jesus came and dwelt, Himself, within.
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Jennifer

Tamarac, Florida, United States

I haven't heard this song for many years. As a child my parents used to sing this song in church. I was making breakfast and I found myself humming the song. I looked it up then called my sister in Jamaica, told her about it. And immediately she started to sing the song. She stopped and said to me, who do you remember? And I told her Papa, she said yes it was one of his favorite. This song gives me joy and hope. One day Jesus is coming back for us. Let us be faithful and ready to meet Him.


Emmabill

Lagos, Nigeria

This whole points us to the fact that he can do it again and again!

Waking up with this song at heart mean a lot to me, reminding me of His power, hallelujah


Sonia

Jamaica

Woke up two mornings now with this song singing in my heart. I didn't know it had so many verses. What a blessed truth! Jesus is indeed Lord over all situations. He can do anything!!! I love Him because He first loved me.

Thanks for posting the words.


Donna

Jamaica

There is nothing like the Power of Jesus Christ of Nazareth He turn the impossible into POSSIBLE whenever Jesus Christ of Nazareth shows up MIRACLES SIGNS AND WONDERS happen.

I am so touched by this song I sing it often times for my devotion hymn


Ian

Australia

Oh the glory and power of Jesus. Nothing is too hard for the Lord.


Mrs Irene McKechnie

Cannock, Staffordshire, United Kingdom

Great to hear this hymn played and the words so clearly written. The song came into my head as I woke up and I was glad to find this version. Thanks


Merryl Garley

Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States

I’ve had this song in my heart and mind several days but unsure of the words. I’m playing it as a prelude tomorrow at church.


Mo Elliott

Leeds, United Kingdom

Woke up singing the chorus, so had to find the words. Wonderful reminder that Jesus changes everything.


Patricia Wyckoff

Wilmington, NC, United States

I've never heard this one before, but I love it! Straight from scripture and encouraging.


Betty Agbor

Port Harcourt, Rivers State, Nigeria

No power can resist the presence and power of my Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Hallelujah.