The Lutheran Hymnal ‎#280

280. Return, O Wanderer, Return

1 Return, O wanderer, return,
And seek an injured Father's face;
Those warm desires that in thee burn
Were kindled by reclaiming grace.

2 Return, O wanderer, return
And seek a Father's melting heart;
His pitying eyes thy grief discern,
His hand can heal thy inward smart.

3 Return, O wanderer, return;
Thy Savior bids thy spirit live.
Go to His bleeding feet and learn
How freely Jesus can forgive.

4 Return, O wanderer, return
And wipe away the falling tear;
'Tis God who says, "No longer mourn;"
'Tis Mercy's voice invites thee near.

Amen.

Text Information

• First Line: Return, O wanderer, return
• Title: Return, O Wanderer, Return
• Author: William B. Collyer (1806, cento, alt.)
• Meter: L.M.
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1941
• Scripture:
  Luke 15:18
• Topic: Invitation

Tune Information

• Name: ABENDS
• Composer: Herbert S. Oakeley (1874)
• Meter: L.M.
• Key: A♭ Major