70. Christ Is Coming, Oh, Be Ready

8.7.8.7.
1
Christ is coming, oh, be ready;
 
Let not slumber dull your eyes;
 
Do not say, "My Lord delayeth";
 
He is coming, oh, be wise!
2
Some with empty lamps will hasten,
 
Seeking oil for them to buy;
 
But, alas! they’ll never enter;
 
Vain for them has been the cry.
3
Such, with hearts of anguish burning,
 
When they find the door is shut,
 
Will, in terror, cry, "Lord, open";
 
He will say, "I know you not."
4
Then be ready, oh, be ready;
 
Heed the cry while yet you may;
 
With lamps trimmed and burning brightly,
 
Wait that coming, blessed day.
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