Conta-me a Velha História

Tell me the old, old story, gentle and sweet
Of my Jesus and His glory, of Christ and His love
With calm and patience, for I want to reach
The height of the mystery: That God can love us

Tell me the old story
Old and sublime story!
Tell me, then, the story
Of the gentle Savior!

Speak to me sweetly of the gentle Redeemer
Of His love and His grace
For I am a sinner
Yes, for my comfort, in times of affliction
Repeat the old story of love and salvation

If the brightness of this world covers the light from Heaven
Then repeat the same story of Jesus' grace!
And when, finally, the glory of the world beyond shines
Oh, tell the same story: That He came here to save