Come Unto Me by George MacDonald
Come Unto Me is a novel by George MacDonald that explores themes of faith and redemption through the story of a young woman named Marion. The book follows her journey from a life of sin to one of salvation, as she learns to trust in God's love and forgiveness. Along the way, she encounters various characters who help her on her path towards spiritual growth and enlightenment.
By George MacDonald · First published 1867 · Genre: Religious, Poetry, Inspirational · 266 words
First lines
Come unto me, the Master says: -- But how? I am not good; No thankful song my heart will raise, Nor even wish it could.
I am not sorry for the past, Nor able not to sin; The weary strife would ever last If once I should begin!
Hast thou no burden then to bear? No action to repent? Is all around so very fair? Is thy heart quite content?
Hast thou no sickness in thy soul? No labour to endure? Then go in peace, for thou art whole; Thou needest not his cure.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: George MacDonald
- Date: 1867 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Religious, Poetry, Inspirational, Christian, Philosophical
- Length: 266 words
- Structure: 1 section, 7 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Very Easy (5th Grade or below)
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Genres
- Religious — The text is centered around spiritual themes, focusing on a call to come to Jesus for rest and healing.
- Poetry — The work is structured in verse form, utilizing rhyme and meter to convey its message.
- Inspirational — The content aims to inspire and provide comfort to those experiencing grief and weariness.
- Christian — The text explicitly references Jesus and Christian teachings, appealing to a Christian audience.
Tags
Christianity · faith · spirituality · redemption · grace · love · forgiveness · suffering · hope · salvation · divine · soul