Hark the Voice of Jesus Calling - Traditional

Hark, the voice of Jesus calling,
'Who will go and work today?
Fields are white and harvests waiting,
Who will bear the sheaves away?'
Loud and long the Master calleth,
Rich reward He offers free;
Who will answer, gladly saying,
'Here am I, send me, send me'?

If you cannot cross the ocean,
And the distant lands explore,
You can find the lost around you,
You can help them at your door.
If you cannot speak like angels,
If you cannot preach like Paul,
You can tell the love of Jesus,
You can say He died for all.

While the souls of men are dying,
And the Master calls for you,
Let none hear you idly saying,
'There is nothing I can do.'
Gladly take the task He gives you,
Let His work your pleasure be;
Answer quickly when He calleth,
'Here am I, send me, send me.'

Hark the Voice of Jesus Calling lyrics were written by Daniel March after he was inspired by a sermon on Isaiah 6:8. The song emphasizes the urgency of the harvest and the various ways individuals can contribute to Gods work whether by crossing the ocean or helping a neighbor. It features the powerful response Here am I send me send me. By singing these lyrics the congregation is challenged to find their unique role in the mission of the church fostering a spirit of readiness and active faith. It serves as a reminder that every believer has a calling to share the light of the Gospel in a world waiting for hope.