
Author: Henry van Dyke, 1852-1933 Hymnal: RitualSong (2nd ed.) #901 (2016) Meter: 8.7.8.7 D Hymnal Title: RitualSong (2nd ed.) Lyrics: 1 Jesus, our divine companion,
By your lowly human birth
You have come to join all workers,
Burden-bearers of the earth.
As the carpenter of Naz'reth,
Toiling for your daily food,
By your patience and your courage,
You have taught us work is good.
2 All who tread the path of labor
Follow where your feet have trod;
All who work without complaining
Do the holy will of God.
You, the peace surpassing knowledge,
Dwell with us in daily strife;
You, the Bread of heaven, broken
In the sacrament of life.
3 Ev'ry task, however simple,
Fills the soul with grace anew;
Ev'ry act of human kindness
Done in love is done to you.
Jesus, our divine companion,
Help us all to work our best;
Bless us in our daily labor,
Lead us to the Sabbath rest.
Topics: Social Concern Languages: English Tune Title: PLEADING SAVIOR
Jesus, Our Divine Companion