Just As I Am Lyrics
Tune Name: WOODWORTH
Composer: William B. Bradbury
Meter: 8.8.8.6
Hymnbook Source: American Baptist hymnals
Verse 1
Just as I am, without one plea
But that Thy blood was shed for me,
And that Thou bidd’st me come to Thee,
O Lamb of God, I come, I come.
Verse 2
Just as I am, and waiting not
To rid my soul of one dark blot,
To Thee, whose blood can cleanse each spot,
O Lamb of God, I come, I come.
Verse 3
Just as I am, though tossed about
With many a conflict, many a doubt,
Fightings and fears within, without,
O Lamb of God, I come, I come.
Verse 4
Just as I am, poor, wretched, blind;
Sight, riches, healing of the mind,
Yea, all I need, in Thee to find,
O Lamb of God, I come, I come.
Verse 5
Just as I am, Thou wilt receive,
Wilt welcome, pardon, cleanse, relieve;
Because Thy promise I believe,
O Lamb of God, I come, I come.
Verse 6
Just as I am, Thy love unknown
Has broken ev’ry barrier down;
Now, to be Thine, yea, Thine alone,
O Lamb of God, I come, I come.
Hymn Information
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Title | Just as I Am |
| Author / Lyricist | Charlotte Elliott (1789–1871) |
| Composer / Tune | William B. Bradbury (1816–1868) – “Woodworth” |
| Date Written / Published | 1836 |
| Historical Context | Written in England; reflects personal surrender and appeal to Christ for salvation. |
| Theme / Message | Approach Christ with personal faith; acceptance and forgiveness. |
| Notable Features | Simple, prayerful verses; powerful altar-call hymn. |
| Cultural / Religious Impact | Frequently used in revival meetings and evangelistic services worldwide. |
| Source / Scholarship | Charlotte Elliott: Her Life and Hymns – Edith Blumhofer |
Hymn Similarities and Biblical Scholar Analysis on This Hymn:
| Scholar | View / Interpretation |
|---|---|
| Charlotte Elliott, Devotional Hymn Writer, 1789–1871 | Elliott authored the hymn, emphasizing personal surrender and acceptance by Christ. |
| John Julian, Author, A Dictionary of Hymnology, 1829–1913 | Julian highlights the hymn’s enduring devotional power and widespread use in evangelical circles. |
| Charles Wesley, Anglican Hymn Writer, 1707–1788 | Wesley’s focus on personal commitment mirrors the hymn’s theme of self-offering to God. |
| John Newton, Anglican Clergyman & Hymn Writer, 1725–1807 | Newton’s writings on grace and redemption resonate with the hymn’s message of acceptance. |
| Folliott S. Pierpoint, Anglican Hymn Writer, 1835–1917 | Pierpoint praises its simplicity and clarity in expressing surrender and faith. |
Just As I Am - Woodworth (Charlotte Elliott)… William Batchelder Bradbury
The hymn "Just As I Am" is a Christian hymn with lyrics by Charlotte Elliott and music by William Batchelder Bradbury. The hymn expresses the message of God's unconditional love and acceptance, and is often used as an invitation for people to come forward and accept Jesus Christ as their savior.
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