Baptismal Waters Cover Me

1 Baptismal waters cover me
as I approach on bended knee;
my Father’s mercy here I plead,
for grievous sins of thought and deed.

2 I look to Christ upon the tree,
his body broken there for me;
I lay before him all my sin,
my darkest secrets from within.

3 Lord, may your wounded hand impart
your healing to my broken heart;
your love alone can form in me
a heart that serves you joyfully.

4 From your own mouth comes forth a word;
your Shepherd speaks, but you are heard;
through him your hand now stretches out,
forgiving sin, destroying doubt.

5 Baptismal waters cover me;
Christ’s wounded hand has set me free.
Held in my Father’s strong embrace,
with joy I praise him for his grace.

Source: Christian Worship: Hymnal #657