Author: Lydia Baxter Hymnal: Hymns for the Living Church #66 (1974) Meter: 8.7.8.7 with refrain Tune Key: A Flat Major Topics: Ascension and Reign; Christ Name(s) of; Christ Reign Refrain First Line: Precious name, O how sweet! Lyrics: 1 Take the name of Jesus with you,
Child of sorrow and of woe;
It will joy and comfort give you,
Take it, then, where’er you go.
Refrain:
Precious name, O how sweet!
Hope of earth and joy of heav’n;
Precious name, O how sweet!
Hope of earth and joy of heav’n.
2 Take the name of Jesus ever,
As a shield from every snare;
If temptations round you gather,
Breathe that holy name in prayer. (Refrain)
3 O the precious name of Jesus!
How it thrills our souls with joy,
When His loving arms receive us,
And His songs our tongues employ. (Refrain)
4 At the name of Jesus bowing,
Falling prostrate at His feet,
King of kings in heav’n we’ll crown Him,
When our journey is complete. (Refrain) Scripture: Philippians 2:10 Languages: English Tune Title: PRECIOUS NAME
Take the Name of Jesus with You