He's the One

By J. B. Mackay

Lyrics

1. Is there anyone can help us, one who understands our hearts,
When the thorns of life have pierced them till they bleed;
One who sympathizes with us, who in wondrous love imparts
Just the very, very blessing that we need?

Refrain:
Yes, there's one, only one.
The blessed, blessed Jesus, He's the one;
When afflictions press the soul,
when waves of trouble roll,
And you need a friend to help you,
He's the one.

2. Is there anyone can help us when the load is hard to bear,
And we faint and fall beneath it in alarm;
Who in tenderness will lift us, and the heavy burden share,
And support us with an everlasting arm?

3. Is there anyone can help us who can give a sinner peace,
When his heart is burdened down with pain and woe;
Who can speak the word of pardon that affords a sweet release,
And whose blood can wash and make as white as snow?

4. Is there anyone can help us when the end is drawing near,
Who will go thru death’s dark waters by our side;
Who will light the way before us, and dispel all doubt and fear,
And will bear our spirits safely o’er the tide?

Bible Reference

Matthew 11:28–30

About This Hymn

"He's the One" is a comforting hymn penned by J. B. Mackay in the 19th century. The hymn addresses the universal human experience of suffering and the search for solace, pointing to Jesus Christ as the ultimate source of comfort and help.

The lyrics begin with a question: "Is there anyone can help us, one who understands our hearts?" This rhetorical question sets the tone for the hymn, acknowledging the deep emotional and spiritual needs of individuals. The refrain emphatically answers, "Yes, there's one, only one. The blessed, blessed Jesus, He's the one." This repetition underscores the singularity and sufficiency of Jesus as the answer to life's trials.

The hymn's verses delve into various aspects of human distress—be it physical affliction, emotional turmoil, or the burden of sin—and consistently point to Jesus as the compassionate and capable helper. The refrain reiterates His unique ability to provide the needed assistance, emphasizing His divine nature and intimate understanding of human suffering.

Biblically, the hymn resonates with passages such as Matthew 11:28–30, where Jesus invites the weary and burdened to find rest in Him, and Hebrews 4:15–16, which speaks of Jesus as a high priest who sympathizes with our weaknesses and offers grace in times of need.

"He's the One" serves as both a reminder and a declaration: in the face of life's challenges, Jesus stands ready and able to provide the help and comfort we seek.