Balm of Gilead

Robert O. Adair
There is a balm in Gilead
to make the wounded whole;
There is a Great Physician there
to cure the grieving soul.

There is a master analyst
who rightly understands
Who made the inward parts of us
and heals with loving hands.

Oh Jesus, Lord and Savior
the dying sinners' friend
Oh, save me to the uttermost,
be with me to the end.

Published by Robert O. Adair

Robert has spent over 50 years doing extensive study, writing, teaching and research. Robert s poetry has appeared in several poetry anthologies including Norma s Garden, seven chapbooks, and such journals a...  View profile

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  • Chaplain1/24/2010

    I could actually hear this being sung as a church hymn. This could be a song :)

  • Allene Newberg Bilodeau10/8/2009

    Beautiful prayer, Robert. Such wisdom & elegance in your poetry.

  • Tony Vega9/21/2009

    Healing words here, my friend.

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