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One hour with Jesus the Shepherd of the fold

One hour with Jesus the Shepherd of the fold

Author: William Lewis
Tune: ONE HOUR WITH JESUS
Published in 5 hymnals


Representative Text

1 One hour with Jesus, the Shepherd of the fold.
I esteem of more value than silver or gold;
The peaceful communion sent down from above,
Makes clear to my vision his mission of love.

2 The world and its folly, I bid them all adieu;
I find there no comfort that's lasting and true;
One hour with Jesus, that noble true friend,
Brings peace to my soul that will nevermore end.

3 One hour with Jesus, a grand feast to my soul;
His burdens are light and his yoke eas'ly borne;
Though hardships and trials I may have to meet,
The Spirit it bears witness the end will be sweet.

Source: Hymns of the Restoration #68

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Author: William Lewis

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First Line: One hour with Jesus the Shepherd of the fold
Author: William Lewis
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Hymns of the Restoration #68

Hymns of the Restoration #68

Hymns of the Saints #82

Hymns of the Saints #82
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