Author: Anonymous Hymnal: Evangelical Lutheran Worship #477 (2006) Meter: 7.7.7.7 with refrain Hymnal Title: Evangelical Lutheran Worship First Line: Jesus said, I am the bread Lyrics: Refrain:
I received the living God,
and my heart is full of joy.
I received the living God,
and my heart is full of joy.
1 Jesus said: I am the bread
kneaded long to give you life;
you who will partake of me
need not ever fear to die. [Refrain]
2 Jesus said: I am the way,
and my Father longs for you;
so I come to bring you home
to be one with us anew. [Refrain]
3 Jesus said: I am the truth;
come and follow close to me.
You will know me in your heart,
and my word shall make you free. [Refrain]
4 Jesus said: I am the life,
far from whom no thing can grow,
but receive this living bread,
and my Spirit you shall know. [Refrain] Topics: Joy, Celebration; Holy Communion; Holy Communion; Joy, Celebration Languages: English Tune Title: LIVING GOD
I Received the Living God