Softly and Tenderly
Anderson Bill Lyrics
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See on the portal he's waiting and watching, watching for you and for me
Come home come home ye who are weary come home
Earnestly tenderly Jesus is calling, calling oh sinner come home
Oh for the wonderful love he has promised, promised for you and for me
Though we have sinned he has mercy and pardon, pardon for you and for me
Come home come home
Anderson Bill's song Softly and Tenderly is a powerful hymn that speaks to the everlasting love and forgiveness of Jesus Christ. The first verse evokes an image of a loving savior, patiently waiting for his followers to come home to him. The use of the words "softly" and "tenderly" suggests that Jesus' call is gentle and caring, inviting those who are in need of comfort to find solace in his arms. The portal referenced in the second line could be interpreted as the gateway to heaven or the afterlife, further emphasizing the weight of this invitation. The chorus repeats the call for the weary to come home, with the added emphasis of "earnestly" and "tenderly". Jesus' love is described as "wonderful" and "promised", with the added assurance that even those who have sinned are worthy of his mercy and pardon.
Line by Line Meaning
Softly and tenderly Jesus is calling, calling for you and for me
Gentle and caring, Jesus invites us to come to him, extending his invitation to both you and me.
See on the portal he's waiting and watching, watching for you and for me
Jesus eagerly awaits us at the gate, keeping an eye on us until we arrive, extending his watchful gaze to both you and me.
Come home come home ye who are weary come home
Jesus calls to those who are tired and in need of rest, inviting them to return to the comfort of his loving arms.
Earnestly tenderly Jesus is calling, calling oh sinner come home
Full of sincerity and compassion, Jesus beckons sinners to come to him, urging them to find comfort in his loving embrace.
Oh for the wonderful love he has promised, promised for you and for me
Jesus has promised us an incredible love that is available to both you and me.
Though we have sinned he has mercy and pardon, pardon for you and for me
Despite our sins, Jesus offers us mercy and forgiveness, granting us pardon to both you and me who come to him.
Come home come home
Jesus implores both you and me to return to the safety and comfort of his loving arms.
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Written by: Will L. Thompson
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