Balm in Gilead

Refrain
There is a balm in Gilead 
To make the wounded whole,
There is a balm in Gilead 
To heal the sin-sick soul.

1. Sometimes I feel discouraged, 
And think my work's in vain,
But then the Holy Spirit 
Revives my soul again. 

(Refrain)

2. If you cannot pray like Peter, 
If you cannot pray like Paul,
You can tell the love of Jesus
And say, "He died for all."

(Refrain)

3. Don't ever feel discouraged, 
For Jesus is your friend.
And if you lack for knowledge, 
He'll ne'er refuse to lend.

(Refrain)


An African-American spiritual dating back to at least the mid-19th century.  Not surprisingly, there are several variations on the lyrics.  This seems like the most common version.  (The "fermatas" at the end of the first and last lines are notes that are held out, basically played as half-notes.)