His Fullness Songs ‎#493

493. Why Should I Live?

1 Why should I live, O Lord,
If not for Thee?
Why shouldst Thou good afford
Daily to me?
Why should I daily live,
Hopeful and free,
If I that life withhold,
Dear Lord, from Thee.

2 Why should I live, O Lord,
For self alone?
Why should I leave Thy word
Meanly undone?
I could not lift my hand,
Lord, but for Thee,
If on my feet I stand,
Thou holdest me.

3 Why should I live, O Lord,
But to Thy praise!
Thou art my God and King;
Rule Thou my ways;
Let ev'rything I do,
And all of me,
To Thee, O Lord, be true,
All, all for Thee.

Text Information

• First Line: Why should I live, O Lord
• Title: Why Should I Live?
• Author: Charles P. Jones
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1977
• Scripture:
  Romans 12:1-2
• Topic: Male Quartet; Special Solos and Duets

Tune Information

• Name: [Why should I live, O Lord]
• Composer: Charles P. Jones
• Key: G Major or modal