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Just a Closer Walk with Thee

Author: Anonymous Appears in 118 hymnals First Line: I am weak but thou art strong Lyrics: 1 I am weak but thou art strong: Jesus, keep me from all wrong; I’ll be satisfied as long as I walk, let me walk close to thee. Refrain: Just a closer walk with thee, grant it, Jesus, is my plea; daily walking close to thee, let it be, dear Lord, let it be. 2 Through this world of toil and snares, if I falter, Lord, who cares? Who with me my burden shares? None but thee, dear Lord, none but thee. [Refrain] 3 When my feeble life is o’er, time for me will be no more; guide me gently, safely o’er to thy kingdom shore, to thy shore. [Refrain] Topics: Death and Dying; Jesus Christ Friend; Hymns That Are Prayer; Elements of Worship Confession; Elements of Worship Forgiviness and Grace Scripture: Psalm 62 Used With Tune: CLOSER WALK

Jesus Loves Me

Author: Anna B. Warner; David R. McGuire Appears in 622 hymnals First Line: Jesus loves me! This I know Refrain First Line: Yes, Jesus loves me! Lyrics: 1 Jesus loves me! This I know, for the Bible tells me so. Little ones to him belong; they are weak, but he is strong. Refrain: Yes, Jesus loves me! Yes, Jesus loves me! Yes, Jesus loves me! The Bible tells me so. 2 Jesus loves me– he who died heaven's gate to open wide. He will wash away my sin, let his little child come in. [Refrain] 3 Jesus loves me, this I know, as he loved so long ago, taking children on his knee, saying, "Let them come to me." [Refrain] Topics: Children; Children's Hymns; Jesus Christ Love; Word of God; Elements of Worship Forgiviness and Grace Scripture: Jeremiah 31:3 Used With Tune: JESUS LOVES ME

Joy to the World (Psalm 98)

Author: Isaac Watts, 1674-1748 Meter: 8.6.8.6.6.8 Appears in 1,867 hymnals First Line: Joy to the world! the Lord is come Lyrics: 1 Joy to the world! the Lord is come: let earth receive her King. Let every heart prepare him room, and heaven and nature sing, and heaven and nature sing, and heaven, and heaven and nature sing. 2 Joy to the earth! the Savior reigns: let all their songs employ, while fields and floods, rocks, hills, and plains repeat the sounding joy, repeat the sounding joy, repeat, repeat the sounding joy. 3 No more let sin and sorrow grow nor thorns infest the ground; he comes to make his blessings flow far as the curse is found, far as the curse is found, far as, far as the curse is found. 4 He rules the world with truth and grace, and makes the nations prove the glories of his righteousness and wonders of his love, and wonders of his love, and wonders, wonders of his love. Topics: Church Year Christmas; Church Year Christ the King; Jesus Christ King; Jesus Christ Lord; Jesus Christ Reign; Joy; Music and Singing; Sorrow Scripture: Genesis 3:17-18 Used With Tune: ANTIOCH

Jesus Is Lord

Author: Daniel K. L. Chua Meter: 10.10.10.10 Appears in 2 hymnals First Line: Jesus is Lord! Behold, the King of kings Lyrics: 1 Jesus is Lord! Behold, the King of kings, exalted high, the name above all names. I sing his praise, the Lamb upon the throne, who reigns in glory, power, and majesty. 2 This is my God. Behold his hands and side, the wounds of love that healed my brokenness. What God is this? What kind of sacrifice would give so much to gain a loveless soul? 3 For me, to live is Christ, to die is gain, for Christ has died that I might gain his life. He is my all, my joy, my righteousness, my hope of glory when he comes to reign. 4 Yes, suddenly, my God shall come again. And every knee shall bow before his name. And he shall reign forever on the throne. And in his glory there I shall proclaim: "Jesus is Lord! Jesus is Lord! Jesus is Lord! Jesus is Lord!" Topics: Church Year Ascension; Church Year Christ the King; Jesus Christ Reign Scripture: Philippians 1:21 Used With Tune: JESUS IS LORD

Jesus, Lover of My Soul

Author: Charles Wesley, 1707-1788 Meter: 7.7.7.7 D Appears in 3,238 hymnals Lyrics: 1 Jesus, lover of my soul, let me to thy bosom fly, while the nearer waters roll, while the tempest still is high; hide me, O my Savior, hide, till the storm of life is past; safe into the haven guide, O receive my soul at last. 2 Other refuge have I none; hangs my helpless soul on thee; leave, ah! leave me not alone, still support and comfort me. All my trust on thee is stayed, all my help from thee I bring; cover my defenseless head with the shadow of thy wing. 3 Thou, O Christ, art all I want, more than all in thee I find: raise the fallen, cheer the faint, heal the sick and lead the blind. Just and holy is thy name; I am all unrighteousness; false and full of sin I am, thou art full of truth and grace. 4 Plenteous grace with thee is found, grace to cover all my sin; let the healing streams abound; make and keep me pure within. Thou of life the fountain art; freely let me take of thee; spring thou up within my heart, rise to all eternity. Topics: Difficult Times; Jesus Christ Confidence in; Jesus Christ Healer; Jesus Christ Love; Occasional Services Healing Service; Sin; Trust in God; Unity and Fellowship Scripture: Exodus 33:22 Used With Tune: MARTYN

Jesus Shall Reign (Psalm 72)

Author: Isaac Watts Meter: 8.8.8.8 Appears in 1,803 hymnals First Line: Jesus shall reign where'er the sun Lyrics: 1 Jesus shall reign where'er the sun does its successive journeys run, his kingdom stretch from shore to shore, till moons shall wax and wane no more. 2 To him shall endless prayer be made, and praises throng to crown his head. His name like sweet perfume shall rise with every morning sacrifice. 3 People and realms of every tongue dwell on his love with sweetest song, and infant voices shall proclaim their early blessings on his name. 4 Blessings abound where'er he reigns: the prisoners leap to lose their chains, the weary find eternal rest, and all who suffer want are blest. 5 Let every creature rise and bring the highest honors to our King, angels descend with songs again, and earth repeat the loud amen. Topics: Church Year Ascension; Church Year Christ the King; Freedom; Jesus Christ King; Jesus Christ Lord; Jesus Christ Reign Scripture: Psalm 72 Used With Tune: DUKE STREET

Jerusalem the Golden

Author: Bernard of Cluny, 12th c; John M. Neale Meter: 7.6.7.6 D Appears in 913 hymnals Lyrics: 1 Jerusalem the golden, descending from above, the city of God's presence, the vision of God's love– I know not, oh, I know not what joys await us there what radiancy of glory, what bliss beyond compare! 2 They stand, those halls of Zion, all jubilant with song, so bright with many an angel and all the martyr throng. The Prince is ever in them, the daylight is serene; the tree of life and healing has leaves of richest green. 3 There is the throne of David, and there, from pain released, the shout of those who triumph, the song of those who feast. And all who with their leader have conquered in the fight, forever and forever are robed in purest white. 4 How lovely is that city, the home of God's elect! How beautiful the country that eager hearts expect! O Christ, in mercy bring us to that eternal shore where Father, Son, and Spirit are worshiped evermore. Topics: Biblical Names and Places Jerusalem; New Heaven and Earth Scripture: Hebrews 11:13-16 Used With Tune: EWING

Just as I Am, Without One Plea

Author: Charlotte Elliott Meter: 8.8.8.8 Appears in 2,133 hymnals Refrain First Line: O Lamb of God, I come, I come Lyrics: 1 Just as I am, without one plea, but that thy blood was shed for me, and that thou bidd'st me come to thee, O Lamb of God, I come, I come. 2 Just as I am, though tossed about with many a conflict, many a doubt, fightings and fears within, without, O Lamb of God, I come, I come. 3 Just as I am, thou wilt receive, wilt welcome, pardon, cleanse, relieve; because thy promise I believe, O Lamb of God, I come, I come. 4 Just as I am, thy love unknown has broken every barrier down; now to be thine, yea, thine alone, O Lamb of God, I come, I come. Topics: Jesus Christ Blood of; Jesus Christ Lamb; Jesus Christ Savior; Occasional Services Dedication of Holy Living; Elements of Worship Confession Scripture: John 6:37 Used With Tune: WOODWORTH

Joyful, Joyful, We Adore Thee

Author: Henry Van Dyke, 1852-1933 Meter: 8.7.8.7 D Appears in 269 hymnals Lyrics: 1 Joyful, joyful, we adore thee, God of glory, Lord of love; hearts unfold like flowers before thee, opening to the sun above. Melt the clouds of sin and sadness, drive the gloom of doubt away; giver of immortal gladness, fill us with the light of day! 2 All thy works with joy surround thee, earth and heaven reflect thy rays; stars and angels sing around thee, center of unbroken praise. Field and forest, vale and mountain, flowery meadow, flashing sea, chanting bird and flowing fountain call us to rejoice in thee. 3 Thou art giving and forgiving, ever blessing, ever blest, wellspring of the joy of living, ocean depth of happy rest! Thou our Father, Christ, our brother, all who live in love are thine; teach us how to love each other, lift us to the joy divine. Topics: Church Year Christmas; Creation; Jesus Christ Lord; Jesus Christ Love; Joy; Music and Singing; Unity of the Church; Elements of Worship Praise and Adoration Scripture: Job 38:7 Used With Tune: HYMN TO JOY

Jesus Calls Us, O'er the Tumult

Author: Mrs. Cecil F. Alexander Meter: 8.7.8.7 Appears in 932 hymnals Lyrics: 1 Jesus calls us, o’er the tumult of our life’s wild, restless sea, day by day his voice is sounding, saying, “Christian, follow me.” 2 Jesus calls us from the worship of the vain world’s golden store, from each idol that would keep us, saying “Christian, love me more.” 3 Long ago apostles heard it by the Galilean lake, turned from home and work and family, leaving all for his dear sake. 4 In our joys and in our sorrows, days of work and hours of ease, still he calls, in cares and pleasures, “Christian, love me more than these.” 5 Jesus calls us! By your mercy, Savior, may we hear your call, give our hearts to your obedience, serve and love you best of all. Topics: Biblical Names and Places Galilee; Call to Discples; Idols/Idolatry; Jesus Christ Miracles; Jesus Christ Teachings of Scripture: Exodus 20:3 Used With Tune: GALILEE

Jesus, the Light of the World

Author: George D. Elderkin; Charles Wesley, 1707-1788 Appears in 56 hymnals First Line: Hark the herald angels sing Refrain First Line: We'll walk in the light Lyrics: 1 Hark the herald angels sing. Jesus, the light of the world. Glory to the newborn King. Jesus, the light of the world. Refrain: We’ll walk in the light, beautiful light. Come where the dewdrops of mercy shine bright. Oh, shine all around us by day and by night. Jesus, the light of the world. 2 Joyful, all ye nations, rise. Jesus, the light of the world. Join the triumph of the skies. Jesus, the light of the world. [Refrain] 3 Christ, by highest heaven adored. Jesus, the light of the world. Christ, the everlasting Lord, Jesus, the light of the world. [Refrain] 4 Hail, the heaven born Prince of Peace. Jesus, the light of the world. Hail, the Sun of righteousness! Jesus, the light of the world. [Refrain] Topics: Church Year Christmas; Church Year Epiphany; Hope; Jesus Christ Lord; Jesus Christ Prince of Peace Scripture: Malachi 4:2 Used With Tune: WE'LL WALK IN THE LIGHT

Jesu, Jesu, Fill Us with Your Love

Author: Tom Colvin Appears in 64 hymnals First Line: Kneels at the feet of his friends Lyrics: Refrain: Jesu, Jesu, fill us with your love, show us how to serve the neighbors we have from you. 1 Kneels at the feet of his friends, silently washes their feet, Master who acts as a slave to them. [Refrain] 2 Neighbors are rich folk and poor, neighbors are black, brown, and white, neighbors are nearby and far away. [Refrain] 3 These are the ones we should serve, these are the ones we should love; all these are neighbors to us and you. [Refrain] 4 Loving puts us on our knees, serving as though we are slaves: this is the way we should live with you. [Refrain] Topics: Church Year Maundy Thursday; Culture, Community & Nation; Love Our Love for Others; Race Relations; Reconciliation to Each Other; Social Justice Scripture: John 13:2-5 Used With Tune: CHEREPONI

Jesus, Remember Me (Luke 23:42)

Meter: 6.8.6.8 Appears in 57 hymnals First Line: Jesus, remember me Lyrics: Jesus, remember me when you come into your kingdom. Jesus, remember me when you come in to your kingdom. Topics: Church Year Good Friday; Church Year Christ the King; Hymns That Are Prayer Scripture: Luke 23:42 Used With Tune: JESUS REMEMBER ME

Jesus, Priceless Treasure

Author: Johann Franck; Catherine Winkworth Meter: 6.6.5.6.6.5.7.8.6 Appears in 133 hymnals Lyrics: 1 Jesus, priceless treasure, source of purest pleasure, friend most sure and true: long my heart was burning, fainting much and yearning, thirsting, Lord, for you. Yours I am, O spotless Lamb, so will I let nothing hide you, seek no joy beside you! 2 Let your arms enfold me: those who try to wound me cannot reach me here. Though the earth be shaking, every heart be quaking, Jesus calms my fear. Fires may flash and thunder crash; yea, though sin and hell assail me, Jesus will not fail me. 3 Hence, all worldly treasure! Jesus is my pleasure; Jesus is my choice. Hence, all empty glory! What to me your story told with tempting voice? Pain or loss or shame or cross shall not from my Savior move me, since he chose to love me. 4 Banish thoughts of sadness, for the Lord of gladness, Jesus, enters in; though the clouds may gather, those who love the Savior still have peace within. Though I bear much sorrow here, still in you lies purest pleasure, Jesus, priceless treasure! Topics: Biblical Names and Places Satan; Difficult Times; Jesus Christ Friend; Sin; Spiritual Thirst Scripture: Psalm 73:25 Used With Tune: GUD SKAL ALTING MAGE (LINDEMAN)

Jesus Heard with Deep Compassion

Author: Joy F. Patterson, b. 1931 Meter: 8.7.8.7 D Appears in 5 hymnals Lyrics: 1 Jesus heard with deep compassion pleas for healing, cries of pain; cured the lame and cleansed the leper, gave the blind their sight again. At his voice, tormenting spirits fled a madman’s tortured mind; clothed and healed, he went rejoicing, home and family to find. 2 Jesus touched the lives of outcasts, weak or sinful, scorned or poor; gave them self respect and courage, trust and faith and hope secure. Truly hearing, truly seeing deep within each troubled soul, Jesus healed their wounded spirits, sent them forth with lives made whole. 3 Jesus, Lord, our true example, you have shown how we must live. Teach us how to share with others everything we have to give. Let our days be spent in service; bring us by your grace to know healing is the church’s calling, and the path that we must go. Topics: Jesus Christ Healer; Jesus Christ Miracles; Jesus Christ Teachings of; Occasional Services Healing Service Scripture: Mark 5:1-17 Used With Tune: PLEADING SAVIOR

Jesus Is Our King

Author: Sherrell Prebble; Howard Clark Appears in 5 hymnals First Line: Create in us, O God Refrain First Line: Alleluia! Alleluia! Topics: Church Year Christ the King; Evangelism; Praise of Christ; Trinity; Unity in Christ; Elements of Worship Praise and Adoration; Elements of Worship Lord's Supper Scripture: Psalm 51:10 Used With Tune: POST GREEN

Jesus, All for Jesus

Author: Robin Mark Appears in 6 hymnals Topics: Discipleship; Freedom; God's Will; Jesus Christ Way; Occasional Services Dedication of Holy Living Scripture: 2 Chronicles 30:6-9 Used With Tune: ALL FOR JESUS

Jesus Christ Is the Way

Author: Walter Hawkins Appears in 5 hymnals First Line: When I think about the hour Refrain First Line: I will open up my heart Topics: Jesus Christ Second Coming; Mission; Testimony/Witness Scripture: Matthew 24:36-51 Used With Tune: JESUS CHRIST IS THE WAY

Jesus, Tempted in the Desert

Author: Herman G. Stuempfle Jr., b. 1923 Meter: 8.7.8.7 D Appears in 15 hymnals Topics: Church Year Baptism of Our Lord; Discipleship; God's Word; Jesus Christ Temptations; Temptation and Testing Scripture: Matthew 4:1-11 Used With Tune: GENEVA

Je louerai l’Eternel (Praise, I Will Praise You Lord)

Author: Claude Frayssé; Kenneth I. Morse Meter: 6.4.11.6.6.4.11.4 Appears in 13 hymnals First Line: Je louerai l’Eternel (Praise, I will praise you, Lord) Topics: Discipleship; Elements of Worship Praise and Adoration Scripture: Psalm 9:1-2 Used With Tune: JE LOUERAI L'ETERNAL

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