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29. Jesus is a Friend of Mine

1 I am trusting in the goodness of my Lord and King;
For a full and free salvation to His cross I cling;
Since He pardoned my transgressions I can sweetly sing,
For Jesus is a friend of mine.

Refrain:
Jesus is a friend of mine,
Yes, Jesus is a friend of mine;
Since His grace hath made me whole
There is glory in my soul,
For Jesus is a friend of mine.

2 I can calmly face the tempter on the battle field,
For the blessed gospel armor is my strength and shield;
With His precious love sustaining I shall never yield,
For Jesus is a friend of mine. [Refrain]

3 I shall do my Father’s bidding till my race is run,
When this earthly cross will vanish and my crown is won;
Angels then will give me welcome, work will all be done,
For Jesus is a friend of mine. [Refrain]

Text Information
First Line: I am trusting in the goodness of my Lord and King
Title: Jesus is a Friend of Mine
Author: N. A. McA.
Refrain First Line: Jesus is a friend of mine
Language: English
Publication Date: 1923
Topic: Jesus Christ
Copyright: 1923 by Homer A. Rodeheaver
Notes: Public Domain.
Tune Information
Name: [I am trusting in the goodness of my Lord and King]
Composer: Rev. N. A. McAulay
Copyright: 1923 by Homer A. Rodeheaver
Notes: Public Domain.



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