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I Heard the Voice of Jesus

By Edwin Hawkins

1,830 views Jul 1, 2026 updated Verified editorial review

Edwin Hawkins performs a classic hymn based on the words of Jesus, inviting the weary and burdened to find rest in Him. The song echoes Matthew 11:28-30, where Christ offers rest for the soul. It also references Jesus as the living water and the light of the world, drawing from John 4 and John 8. The lyrics describe a personal response of coming to Jesus, finding refreshment, and walking in His light. The hymn emphasizes trust, surrender, and the peace found in Christ's presence.

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I heard the voice of Jesus say,

"Come unto me and rest;

lay down, O weary one, lay down

your head upon my breast."

I came to Jesus as I was,

so weary, worn, and sad;

I found him in a resting place,

and he has made me glad.


Take my yoke upon you

And learn of me

For my yoke is easy

And my burdens are light.


I heard the voice of Jesus say,

"Behold, I freely give

the living water, thirsty one,

stoop down and drink and live."

I came to Jesus, and I drank

of that life-giving stream;

my thirst was quenched, my soul revived,

and now I live in him.


I heard the voice of Jesus say,

"I am this dark world's light;

look unto me; your morn shall rise,

and all your day be bright."

I looked to Jesus, and I found

in him my star, my sun;

and in that light of life I'll walk

till traveling days are done.


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