Laudes Domini ‎#411

411. "Jesus is my friend"

1 Since Jesus is my friend,
And I to him belong,
It matters not what foes intend,
However fierce and strong.

2 He whispers in my breast
Sweet words of holy cheer,
How they who seek in God their rest
Shall ever find him near;

3 How God hath built above
A city fair and new,
Where eye and heart shall see and prove
What faith has counted true.

4 My heart for gladness springs;
It cannot more be sad;
For very joy it smiles and sings,
Sees naught but sunshine glad.

5 The sun that lights mine eyes
Is Christ, the Lord I love;
I sing for joy of that which lies
Stored up for me above.

Text Information

• First Line: Since Jesus is my friend
• Title: "Jesus is my friend"
• Translator: C. Winkworth
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1890
• Topic: Love, and Communion With Christ; Christ: Character of; Christ: Friend; Christians: Love for Christ; Heirship; Joy; Love: For the Saviour
• Notes: Public Domain.

Tune Information

• Name: GREENWOOD
• Composer: J. E. Sweetser
• Meter: S. M.
• Key: A♭ Major
• Notes: Public Domain.