Jesus, friend of sinners Loved me 'ere I knew Him Drew me with His cords of love Tightly bound me to Him 'Round my heart still closely twined The ties that none can sever For I am His and He is mine Forever and forever Jesus, friend of sinners A crown of thorns You wore for me Bruised for my transgressions Pierced for my iniquities The wrath of God that I deserved Was poured out on the Innocent He took my place, my soul to save Now I am His forever Jesus, friend of sinners I love to tell the story Redeeming love has been my theme And will be when in glory Not death nor life nor anything Can ever separate me O love that will not let me go Yes, I am His forever