Gladly Would I Leave Behind Me

I first heard this song about 3.5 years ago when I was experiencing the most intense of heartbreak and searing of pain.  Painful as it was, God grew me immensely through that trial.

Now - 3.5 years later - my heart grieves from a a different trial but due to the familiar pain of loss, disappointment, and broken relationship.  Yet the lyrics of this song still remind my hurting soul to turn to the only One who can truly satisfy; in whom are awesome splendor, love, and everlasting joys; in whom all my desires and longings are fully met.

Gladly would I leave behind me
All the pleasure I have known
To pursue surpassing treasures
At the throne of God the Son
Worthy of unending worship
Love and loveliness is He
By His precious death were millions
From the jaws of death set free

Gladly would I give to Jesus
All affection, everything
For the washing of His mercy
Makes my ransomed heart to sing
“Holy, holy!” is the chorus
Rising up from those who see
Christ exalted, bright and burning
Full of pow’r and purity

Where else can I go?
Jesus, You’re the One
That I was made to know
What else can I do?
Jesus, You’re my all
I gladly run to You

Gladly would I flee temptations
For their troubles fill my life
Turn and seek my God and Savior
For His goodness satisfies
Earthly treasures, all are passing
Thieves break in and rust destroys
But in God are awesome splendor
Love, and everlasting joys

Gladly would I give to Jesus
All affection, everything
For the washing of His mercy
Makes my ransomed heart to sing