Author: Ray Palmer (1808-1887) Meter: 8.8.8.8 Appears in 563 hymnals Lyrics: 1 Jesus, the joy of loving hearts,
true source of life, our lives sustain;
from the best bliss that earth imparts,
we turn unfilled to you again.
2 Your truth unchanged has ever stood;
you rescue those who on you call:
to those yet seeking, you are good;
to those who find you, all in all.
3 We taste of you, the living bread,
and long to feast upon you still.
We drink from you, the fountain-head,
our thirsty souls from you we fill.
4 Our restless spirits long for you,
however may our lot be cast,
glad when your gracious smile we view,
blessed when our faith can hold you fast.
5 Jesus, forever with us stay:
make all our moments calm and bright;
chase the dark night of sin away;
shed through the world your holy light. Topics: Eucharist; Eucharist; Yearning; Bread Scripture: Exodus 17:1-7 Used With Tune: CHRISTE REDEMPTOR OMNIUM Text Sources: Latin, 12th cent.
Jesus, the Joy of Loving Hearts