Refrain:
There is a balm in Gilead
To make the wounded whole;
There is a balm in Gilead
To heal the sin-sick soul.
1 Some times I feel discouraged,
And think my work’s in vain,
But then the Holy Spirit
Revives my soul again. (Refrain)
2 If you cannot preach like Peter,
If you cannot pray like Paul,
You can tell the love of Jesus,
And say "He died for all." (Refrain)
3 Don't ever feel discouraged,
For Jesus is your friend,
And if you lack for knowledge
He'll not refuse to lend. (Refrain)
| Text information | |
|---|---|
| First Line: | Sometimes I feel discouraged |
| Title: | There Is a Balm in Gilead |
| Meter: | irregular |
| Scripture: | Jeremiah 8:22 |
| Topic: | Lent; Comfort, Rest; Forgiveness, Healing; Suffering; Trust, Guidance |
| Source: | African-American spiritual |
| Language: | English |
| Refrain First Line: | There is a balm in Gilead |
| Tune information | |
|---|---|
| Tune name: | BALM IN GILEAD |
| Meter: | irregular |
| Key: | F Major |
| Source: | African-American spiritual |