The Welcome Voice ‎#10

10. Jesus, my Lord

1. I'd rather get down at the feet of my Lord,
And gather the crumbs as they fall,
Than sit as a guest at a sumptuous board,
Where Jesus has not had a call.

Chorus:
Jesus, my Lord! Jesus, my King!
Down at thy feet I fall;
Jesus, my Saviour, my Refuge, my Friend,
Jesus, my Lord, my all.

2 I'd rather my body a temple should be,
Where Jesus my Master would stay,
Than have all the wealth of the kingdoms, and see
Him drive forever away.
Chorus

3. I'd rather have him for companion and friend,
His book for my counsel and guide,
Than walk in vain pleasure, and find at the end,
No refuge in which I may hide.
Chorus

4. I want to leave all in his hands ev'ry day,
To do as it seemeth him best;
And self on the altar a sacrifice lay,
And on his sweet promises rest.
Chour

Text Information

• First Line: I'd rather get down at the feet of my Lord
• Title: Jesus, my Lord
• Author: Amelia M. Starkweather
• Refrain First Line: Jesus, my Lord! Jesus, my King!
• Publication Date: 1884

Tune Information

• Name: [I'd rather get down at the feet of my Lord]
• Composer: Jno. R. Sweney
• Key: F Major