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I Would Be Like Jesus

Author: James Rowe Hymnal: Hymns of Faith #360 (1980) Topics: Christ Example; Christ Example First Line: Earthly pleasures vainly call me Refrain First Line: Be like Jesus, this is my song Lyrics: 1 Earthly pleasures vainly call me; I would be like Jesus; Nothing worldly shall enthrall me, I would be like Jesus. Chorus: Be like Jesus, this my song, In the home and in the throng; Be like Jesus, all day long! I would be like Jesus. 2 He has broken every fetter, I would be like Jesus; That my soul may serve Him better, I would be like Jesus. (Chorus) 3 All the way from earth to glory, I would be like Jesus; Telling o’er and o’er the story, I would be like Jesus. (Chorus) 4 That in heaven He may meet me, I would be like Jesus; That His words “Well done” may greet me, I would be like Jesus. (Chorus) Scripture: Matthew 25:21 Languages: English Tune Title: [Earthly pleasures vainly call me]

More Like the Master

Author: Charles H. Gabriel Hymnal: Hymns of Faith #365 (1980) Topics: Christ Example; Christ Example First Line: More like the Master I would ever be Refrain First Line: Take Thou my heart, I would be Thine alone Lyrics: 1 More like the Master I would ever be, More of His meekness, more humility; More zeal to labor, more courage to be true, More consecration for work He bids me do. Chorus: Take Thou my heart, I would be Thine alone; Take Thou my heart and make it all Thine own. Purge me from sin, O Lord, I now implore, Wash me and keep me Thine forevermore. 2 More like the Master is my daily prayer; More strength to carry crosses I must bear; More earnest effort to bring His kingdom in, More of His Spirit, the wanderer to win. (Chorus) 3 More like the Master I would live and grow; More of His love to others I would show; More self-denial, like His in Galilee, More like the Master I long to ever be. (Chorus) Scripture: 2 Peter 1:4 Languages: English Tune Title: [More like the Master I would ever be]

O God of mercy, God of might

Author: Godfrey Thring Hymnal: Trinity Hymnal #366 (1961) Meter: 8.8.8.8 Topics: Christ Example of; Christians Example of Lyrics: 1 O God of mercy, God of might, In love and pity infinite, Teach us, as ever in thy sight, To live our life to thee. 2 And thou who cam'st on earth to die, That fallen man might live thereby, O hear us, for to thee we cry In hope, O Lord, to thee. 3 Teach us the lesson thou hast taught, To feel for those thy blood hath bought; That ev'ry word and deed and thought May work a work for thee. 4 For they are brethren, far and wide, Since thou, O Lord, for them hast died; Then teach us, whatsoe'er betide, To love them all in thee. 5 In sickness, sorrow, want, or care, Whate'er it be, 'tis ours to share; May we, when help is needed, there Give help as unto thee. Amen. Scripture: Matthew 25:40 Languages: English Tune Title: ELMHURST

"He knoweth our frame"

Author: Frances R. Havergal Hymnal: Laudes Domini #376 (1890) Topics: Christ Example of; Christ Example of First Line: Yes, he knows the way is dreary Lyrics: 1 Yes, he knows the way is dreary, Knows the weakness of our frame, Knows that hand and heart are weary, He in all points felt the same. He is near to help and bless; Be not weary, onward press. 2 Look to him, who once was willing All his glory to resign, That, for thee the law fulfilling, All his merit might be thine. Strive to follow, day by day, Where his footsteps mark the way. 3 Look to him, the Lord of Glory, Tasting death to win thy life; Gazing on that wondrous story, Canst thou falter in the strife? Is it not new life to know That the Lord hath loved thee so? 4 Look to him, and faith shall brighten, Hope shall soar, and love shall burn, Peace once more thy heart shall lighten; Rise, he calleth thee, return! Be not weary on thy way; Jesus is thy strength and stay. Languages: English

Christ our Rest

Author: G. Matheson Hymnal: Laudes Domini #383 (1890) Topics: Christ Example of; Christ Example of First Line: O Love, that wilt not let me go Lyrics: 1 O Love, that wilt not let me go, I rest my weary soul in thee; I give thee back the life I owe, That in thine ocean depths its flow May richer, fuller be. 2 O Light, that followest all my way, I yield my flickering torch to thee; My heart restores its borrowed ray, That in thy sunshine's blaze its day May brighter, fairer be. 3 O Joy, that seekest me through pain, I cannot close my heart to thee; I trace the sunshine through the rain, And feel the promise is not vain That morning shall tearless be. 4 O Cross, that liftest up my head, I dare not ask to fly from thee; I lay in dust life's glory dead, And from the ground there blossoms red Life that shall endless be. Languages: English Tune Title: LA MONTE

O to Be Like Thee!

Author: Thomas O. Chisholm Hymnal: Hymns of Faith #402 (1980) Topics: Christ Example; Christ Example Lyrics: 1 O to be like Thee! blessed Redeemer, This is my constant longing and prayer. Gladly I’ll forfeit all of earth’s treasures, Jesus, Thy perfect likeness to wear. Chorus: O to be like Thee! O to be like Thee, Blessed Redeemer, pure as Thou art! Come in Thy sweetness, come in Thy fullness; Stamp Thine own image deep on my heart. 2 O to be like Thee, full of compassion, Loving, forgiving, tender and kind, Helping the helpless, cheering the fainting, Seeking the wand’ring sinner to find. (Chorus) 3 O to be like Thee! lowly in spirit, Holy and harmless, patient and brave; Meekly enduring cruel reproaches, Willing to suffer, others to save. (Chorus) 4 O to be like Thee! while I am pleading, Pour out Thy Spirit, fill with Thy love; Make me a temple meet for Thy dwelling, Fit me for life and heaven above. (Chorus) Scripture: Romans 8:29 Languages: English Tune Title: [O to be like Thee!]

Stepping in the Light

Author: Eliza E. Hewitt, 1851-1920 Hymnal: Worship and Service Hymnal #411 (1957) Topics: Christ Example First Line: Trying to walk in the steps of the Saviour Refrain First Line: How beautiful to walk in the steps of the Saviour Lyrics: 1 Trying to walk in the steps of the Saviour, Trying to follow our Saviour and King; Shaping our lives by His blessed example, Happy, how happy, the songs that we bring. Refrain: How beautiful to walk in the steps of the Saviour, Stepping in the light, stepping in the light; How beautiful to walk in the steps of the Saviour, Led in paths of light! 2 Pressing more closely to Him who is leading, When we are tempted to turn from the way; Trusting the arm that is strong to defend us, Happy, how happy, our praises each day. (Refrain) 3 Walking in footsteps of gentle forbearance, Footsteps of faithfulness, mercy and love; Looking to Him for the grace freely promised, Happy, how happy, our journey above! (Refrain) 4 Trying to walk in the steps of the Saviour, Upward, still upward, we'll follow our Guide; When we shall see Him, “the King in His beauty,” Happy, how happy, our place at His side! (Refrain) Languages: English Tune Title: [Trying to walk in the steps of the Saviour]

Jesus Only, Let Me See

Author: Oswald J. Smith Hymnal: Favorite Hymns of Praise #411 (1967) Topics: Christ Example; Christ Example First Line: For salvation full and free Lyrics: 1 For salvation full and free, Purchased once on Calvary, Christ alone shall be my plea—- Jesus! Jesus only. Chorus: Jesus only, let me see, Jesus only, none save He, Then my song shall ever be—- Jesus! Jesus only! 2 He my Guide from day to day, As I journey on life’s way; Close beside Him let me stay—- Jesus! Jesus only. (Chorus) 3 May my model ever be Christ the Lord, and none save He, That the world may see in me Jesus! Jesus only. (Chorus) 4 He shall reign from shore to shore, His the glory evermore—- Heav’n and earth shall bow before Jesus! Jesus only. (Chorus) Languages: English Tune Title: [For salvation full and free]

Give of Your Best to the Master

Author: Howard B. Grose Hymnal: Sing Joyfully #422 (1989) Topics: Jesus Christ Example Lyrics: 1 Give of your best to the Master, Give of the strength of your youth; Throw your soul’s fresh, glowing ardor Into the battle for truth. Jesus has set the example-- Dauntless was He, young and brave; Give Him your loyal devotion; Give Him the best that you have. Chorus: Give of your best to the Master, Give of the strength of your youth; Clad in salvation’s full armor, Join in the battle for truth. 2 Give of your best to the Master, Give Him first place in your heart; Give Him first place in your service; Consecrate every part. Give, and to you will be given-- God His beloved Son gave; Gratefully seeking to serve Him, Give Him the best that you have. (Chorus) 3 Give of your best to the Master, Naught else is worthy His love; He gave Himself for your ransom, Gave up His glory above; Laid down His life without murmur, You from sin’s ruin to save; Give Him your heart’s adoration, Give Him the best that you have. (Chorus) Languages: English Tune Title: [Give of your best to the Master]

Lord, as to Thy dear cross we flee

Author: J. H. Gurney, 1802-1862 Hymnal: Methodist Hymn and Tune Book #426 (1917) Topics: Christ Example, our; Example Christ our Lyrics: 1 Lord, as to Thy dear cross we flee, And pray to be forgiven, O let Thy life our pattern be, And form our souls for heaven. 2 Help us, through good report and ill, Our daily cross to bear; Like Thee to do our Father's will, Our brother's griefs to share. 3 Let grace our selfishness expel, Our earthliness refine; And kindness in our bosoms dwell As free and true as Thine. 4 If joy shall at Thy bidding fly, And grief's dark day come on, We, in our turn, would meekly cry, "Father, Thy will be done!" 5 Kept peaceful in the midst of strife, Forgiving and forgiven, O may we lead the pilgrim's life, And follow Thee to heaven! Languages: English Tune Title: MANOAH