The Book of Worship ‎#62

62. One there is, above all others

1 One there is, above all others,
Well deserves the name of Friend;
His is love beyond a brother's,
Costly, free, and knows no end.

2 Which of all our friends, to save us,
Could or would have shed His blood?
But this Saviour died to have us
Reconciled in Him to God.

3 When He lived on earth abased,
"Friend of sinners was His name;
Now, above all glory raised,
He rejoices in the same.

4 Oh for grace our hearts to soften!
Teach us, Lord, at length to love;
We, alas! forget too often
What a Friend we have above.

Text Information

• First Line: One there is, above all others
• Meter: P. M., 8, 7, 8, 7.
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1867
• Topic: God the Son: Compassion
• Notes: Public Domain.

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