Methodist Hymn and Tune Book ‎#589

589. We are but little children weak

1 We are but little children weak,
Nor born in any high estate;
What can we do for Jesus' sake,
Who is so high, and good, and great!

2 When deep within our swelling heart
The thoughts of pride and anger rise,
When bitter words are on our tongues,
And tears of passion in our eyes

3 Then we may stay the angry blow,
Then we may check the hasty word,
Give gentle answers back again,
And fight a battle for our Lord.

4 With smiles of peace and looks of love
Light in our dwellings we may make,
Bid kind good humour brighten there,
And still do all for Jesus' sake.

5 There's not a child so small and weak
But has his little cross to take,
His little work of love and praise
That he may do for Jesus' sake.

Text Information

• First Line: We are but little children weak
• Author: Mrs. Cecil Frances Alexander, 1823-1895
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1917
• Topic: Children: Dependence upon Christ; Children: Religion of; For the Young; Religion: Children's

Tune Information

• Name: ALSTONE
• Composer: C. E. Willing, 1830-1904
• Meter: L.M.
• Key: C Major