John Owens: Music
Return
(John Owens)
February 14, 2002
Words and Music by John Owens
There was a time so long ago
When you gave to me your heart and soul
I promised that you’d be my child forever
But then you turned away from me
You followed after other things
You’ve gone away and lost your true first love
Listen now I’m calling out again
Return, Return to love
Return to the heart that longs for you
Return, Return to love
Return to me
You’ve run too long, too far from home
Seen it all enough to know that
There’s nothing sweeter than the Father’s love
When will you turn your face and see
That I’m sitting, waiting patiently
To hold you in my arms once again
How long will it take for you to…
Bridge
Come now with holy boldness
Come to the throne of grace
You will find love and mercy
I’ll never turn you away