| Song | Vain, Delusive World, Adieu |
| Content Description | Vain, Delusive World, Adieu is a reflective Christian hymn that expresses a believer’s decision to turn away from worldly distractions and pursue eternal life in Christ. The song emphasizes the fleeting nature of earthly pleasures compared to the lasting joy found in God. Its solemn lyrics encourage repentance, spiritual focus, and wholehearted devotion to the Lord. As a traditional worship hymn, it continues to inspire Christians seeking meaningful hymn lyrics centered on discipleship, eternal hope, and separation from worldly values. |
| Album | Christian Hymnal – Series 2 |
| Genre | Praise & Worship |
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| Publisher / Copyrights | John Wesley’s Collection of Hymns |
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| Tags | Christian hymn, worship song, traditional hymn, eternity focus, church worship |
| Theme(s) | Repentance, Worldliness, Eternity, Discipleship, Salvation |
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Vain, Delusive World, Adieu,
With All Of Creature-Good!
Only Jesus I Pursue,
Who Bought Me With His Blood:
All Thy Pleasures I Forego,
I Trample On Thy Wealth And Pride:
Only Jesus Will I Know,
And Jesus Crucified.
Other Knowledge I Disdain,
‘Tis All But Vanity:
Christ, The Lamb Of God, Was Slain,
He Tasted Death For Me.
Me To Save From Endless Woe,
The Sin-Atoning Victim Died:
Only Jesus Will I Know,
And Jesus Crucified.
Turning To My Rest Again,
The Saviour I Adore;
He Relieves My Grief And Pain,
And Bids Me Weep No More.
Rivers Of Salvation Flow
From Out His Head, His Hands, His Side:
Only Jesus Will I Know,
And Jesus Crucified.
Here Will I Set Up My Rest;
My Fluctuating Heart
From The Haven Of His Breast
Shall Never More Depart.
Whither Should A Sinner Go?
His Wounds For Me Stand Open Wide:
Only Jesus Will I Know,
And Jesus Crucified.
