Lyrics: Don Stott (based on the Bible story, “The Rich Young Ruler”-Mark 10:17-21)
Tune: ‘Hallelujah’ - written by Leonard Cohen@Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
1. A man asked “Teacher, what should I do?
I seek eternal life that’s true.
He’d kept God’s laws, but something was still wanting.
The Lord replied, “leave all behind
Give to the poor and show you’re kind
Then follow me and find your hallelujah!”
Hallelujah x 4
2. The ruler turned aside, his heart was torn
His love of means made him forlorn
Now count the cost, stay close by Jesus side
For treasures here will fade away
While hope and love is sure to stay
Praise God in heaven, holy hallelujah!
Hallelujah x 4
3. The message here for you and me
Is love the Lord wholeheartedly
God’s kingdom can’t be bought with worldly wealth
So, what’s worth more, your stuff or soul?
Come seek Christ, he’ll make you whole
Rejoice, give thanks, praise God, hallelujah!
Hallelujah x 8
(Don Stott - Eliab.com October 9 2024)