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Glory Be to Our God on High

Author: William M. James, 1915- Hymnal: SOZ1981 #2 (1981) Topics: Hymns Languages: English Tune Title: DUKE STREET

Author: Isaac Watts, 1674-1748; R.L. Hymnal: SOZ1981 #3 (1981) First Line: Come, we that love the Lord Lyrics: 1 Come, we that love the Lord, And let our joys be known, Join in a song with sweet accord, Join in a song with sweet accord, And thus surround the throne, And thus surround the throne. Refrain: We're marching to Zion, Beautiful, beautiful Zion; We're marching upward to Zion, The beautiful city of God. 2 Let those refuse to sing Who never knew our God; But children of the heav'nly King, But children of the heav'nly King, May speak their joys abroad, May speak their joys abroad. [Refrain] 3 The hill of Zion yields A thousand sacred sweets Before we reach the heav'nly fields, Before we reach the heav'nly fields, Or walk the golden streets, Or walk the golden streets. [Refrain] 4 Then let our songs abound, And ev'ry tear be dry; We're marching through Immanuel's ground, We're marching through Immanuel's ground, To fairer worlds on high, To fairer worlds on high. [Refrain] Languages: English Tune Title: MARCHING TO ZION

Glory to His Name

Author: Elisha A. Hoffman, 1839-1929 Hymnal: SOZ1981 #4 (1981) First Line: Down at the cross where my Savior died Lyrics: 1 Down at the cross where my Savior died, Down where for cleansing from sin I cried, There to my heart was the blood applied; Glory to His name. Refrain: Glory to His name, Glory to His name; There to my heart was the blood applied; Glory to His name. 2 I am so wondrously saved from sin, Jesus so sweetly abides within; There at the cross where He took me in; Glory to His name. [Refrain] 3 O, precious fountain that saves from sin, I am so glad I have entered in; There Jesus saves me and keeps me clean; Glory to His name. [Refrain] 4 Come to this fountain so rich and sweet, Cast thy poor soul at the Savior’s feet; Plunge in today, and be made complete; Glory to His name. [Refrain] Topics: Hymns Languages: English Tune Title: GLORY TO HIS NAME

All Is Well

Author: J. H. Hymnal: SOZ1981 #5 (1981) First Line: Looking back through the years Refrain First Line: All is well, all is well Topics: Hymns Languages: English Tune Title: [Looking back through the years]

Easter People, Raise Your Voices

Author: William M. James, 1915- Hymnal: SOZ1981 #6 (1981) Topics: Hymns Languages: English Tune Title: REGENT SQUARE

Close to Thee

Author: Fanny J. Crosby, 1820-1815 Hymnal: SOZ1981 #7 (1981) First Line: Thou my everlasting portion Lyrics: 1 Thou my everlasting portion, More than friend or life to me, All along my pilgrim journey, Savior, let me walk with Thee. Close to Thee, Close to Thee, Close to Thee, Close to Thee; All along my pilgrim journey, Savior,let me walk with Thee. 2 Not for ease or worldly pleasure, Nor for fame my prayer shall be; Gladly will I toil and suffer, Only let me walk with Thee. Close to Thee, Close to Thee, Close to Thee, Close to Thee; Gladly will I toil and suffer, Only let me walk with Thee. 3 Lead me through the vale of shadows, Bear me o'er life's fitful sea; Then the gate of life eternal May I enter, Lord, with Thee. Close to Thee, Close to Thee, Close to Thee, Close to Thee; Then the gate of life eternal May I enter, Lord, with Thee. Amen. Topics: Hymns Languages: English Tune Title: [Thou my everlasting portion]

At the Cross

Author: Issac Watts, 1674-1748; R. E. H. Hymnal: SOZ1981 #8 (1981) First Line: Alas! and did my Savior bleed Refrain First Line: At the cross, at the cross where I first saw the light Lyrics: 1 Alas! and did my Savior bleed, And did my Sovereign die? Would He devote that sacred head For sinners such as I? Refrain: At the cross, at the cross where I first saw the light, And the burden of my heart rolled away, It was there by faith I received my sight, And now I am happy all the day! 2 Was it for crimes that I have done, He groaned upon the tree? Amazing pity! Grace unknown! And love beyond degree! [Refrain] 3 Well might the sun in darkness hide, And shut its glories in, When Christ, the Mighty Maker, died For human creatures' sin. [Refrain] 4 But drops of grief can ne'er repay The debt of love I owe; Here, Lord, I give myself away 'Tis all that I can do! [Refrain] Topics: Hymns Languages: English Tune Title: HUDSON

Prayer for Families

Author: Lois Stanley Hymnal: SOZ1981 #9 (1981) First Line: Dear Savior, let thy gracious peace Topics: Hymns Languages: English Tune Title: DAISY

Some Day

Author: C. A. T. Hymnal: SOZ1981 #10 (1981) First Line: Beams of heaven, as I go Refrain First Line: I do not know how long 'twill be Lyrics: 1 Beams of heaven, as I go, Through this wilderness below, Guide my feet in peaceful ways, Turn my midnights into days; When in the darkness I would grope, Faith always sees a star of hope, And soon from all life's grief and danger, I shall be free some day. Refrain: I do not know how long 'twill be, Nor what the future holds for me, But this I know, if Jesus leads me, I shall get home some day. 2 Oftentimes my sky is clear, Joy abounds without a tear, Though a day so bright begun, Clouds may hide tomorrow's sun. There'll be a day that's always bright, A day that never yields to night, And in its light the streets of glory I shall behold some day. [Refrain] 3 Harder yet may be the fight, Right may often yield to might, Wickedness awhile may reign, Satan's cause may seem to gain; There is a God that rules above, With hand of pow'r and heart of love, If I am right, He'll fight my battle, I shall have peace some day. [Refrain] 4 Burdens now may crush me down, Disappointments all around, Troubles speak in mournful sigh, Sorrow through a tear-stained eye; There is a world where pleasure reigns, No mourning soul shall roam its plains, And to that land of peace and glory I want to go some day. [Refrain] Topics: Hymns Languages: English Tune Title: [Beams of heaven, as I go]

Father, I Stretch My Hands to Thee

Author: Charles Wesley, 1707-1788 Hymnal: SOZ1981 #11 (1981) Lyrics: 1 Father, I stretch my hands to Thee, No other help I know; If Thou withdraw Thyself from me, Ah! whither shall I go? 2 What did Thine only Son endure, Before I drew my breath! What pain, what labor to secure My soul from endless death! 3 Surely Thou canst not let me die, O speak and I shall live; And here I will unwearied lie, Till Thou Thy spirit give. 4 Author of faith! to Thee I lift My weary, longing eyes; O let me now receive that gift! My soul without it dies. Topics: Hymns Languages: English Tune Title: MARTYRDOM

Prayer for Africa

Author: Enoch Sontonga; Katherine F. Rohrbough; Ngethe Njroje Hymnal: SOZ1981 #12 (1981) First Line: Bless, O Lord, our country, Africa Lyrics: English: Bless, O Lord, our country, Africa, So that she may waken from her sleep. Fill her horn with plenty, guide her feet. Hear us faithful sons.* Hear us faithful sons. Spirit, descend, Spirit, descend, Spirit, descend, Spirit, descend, Spirit divine. Hear us, faithful sons. Swahili: Bwana, ibariki Afrika, Iliipate kuamka. Maombi ye tu yasikilel. Utubariki. Utubariki. Uje Roho, Uje Roho, Uje Roho, Uje Roho, Utujaze. Utubariki. Zulu: Nkosi, sikelel'i Afrika, Malupakam' upondolwayo; Yiva imitandazo yetu. Usisikelele, Usisikelele, Yihla Moya, Yihla Moya, Yihla Moya, Oying cwele. Usisikelele. Topics: Hymns Languages: English; Swahili; Zulu Tune Title: [Bless, O Lord, our country, Africa]

The Day Is Past and Gone

Hymnal: SOZ1981 #13 (1981) Lyrics: 1 The day is past and gone, The evening shades appear; Oh, may we all remember well The night of death draws near. 2 We lay our garments by Upon our beds to rest; So death will soon disrobe us all of what we now possess. 3 Lord, keep us safe this night, Secure from all our fears; May angels guard us while we sleep 'Til morning light appears. 4 And when we early rise And view unwearied sun, May we set out to win the prize And after glory run. Languages: English Tune Title: [The day is past and gone]

I Will Trust in the Lord

Hymnal: SOZ1981 #14 (1981) Lyrics: 1 I will trust in the Lord, I will trust in the Lord, I will trust in the Lord 'til I die. I will trust in the Lord, I will trust in the Lord, I will trust in the Lord 'til I die. 2 Sister, will you trust in the Lord, Sister, will you trust in the Lord, Sister will you trust in the Lord 'til you die? Sister, will you trust in the Lord, Sister, will you trust in the Lord? Sister will you trust in the Lord 'til you die? 3 Brother, will you trust in the Lord, Brother, will you trust in the Lord, Brother, will you trust in the Lord 'til you die? Brother, will you trust in the Lord, Brother, will you trust in the Lord? Brother, will you trust in the Lord 'til you die? 4 Deacon, will you trust in the Lord, Deacon, will you trust in the Lord, Deacon, will you trust in the Lord 'til you die? Deacon, will you trust in the Lord, Deacon, will you trust in the Lord? Deacon, will you trust in the Lord 'til you die? 5 Preacher, will you trust in the Lord, Preacher, will you trust in the Lord, Preacher, will you trust in the Lord, 'til you die? Preacher, will you trust in the Lord, Preacher, will you trust in the Lord? Preacher, will you trust in the Lord, 'til you die? Topics: Hymns Languages: English Tune Title: [I will trust in the Lord]

When We All Get to Heaven

Author: Eliza Edmunds Hewitt, 1851-1920 Hymnal: SOZ1981 #15 (1981) First Line: Sing the wondrous love of Jesus Lyrics: 1 Sing the wondrous love of Jesus, Sing His mercy and His grace; In the mansions bright and blessed, He'll prepare for us a place. Refrain: When we all get to heaven, What a day of rejoicing that will be! When we all see Jesus, We'll sing and shout the victory. 2 While we walk the pilgrim pathway, Clouds will overspread the sky; But when trav'ling days are over Not a shadow, not a sigh. [Refrain] 3 Let us then be true and faithful, Trusting, serving ev'ry day; Just one glimpse of Him in glory Will the toils of life repay. [Refrain] 4 Onward to the prize before us! Soon His beauty we'll behold; Soon the pearly gates will open; We shall tread the streets of gold. [Refrain] Topics: Hymns; Hymns Languages: English Tune Title: [Sing the wondrous love of Jesus]

It's Real

Author: H. L. C. Hymnal: SOZ1981 #16 (1981) First Line: O how well do I remember how I doubted day by day Refrain First Line: But it's real, it's real Lyrics: 1 O how well do I remember how I doubted day by day. For I did not know for certain that my sins were washed away; When the Spirit tried to tell me, I would not the truth receive. I endeavored to be happy, and to make myself believe. Refrain: But it’s real, it’s real, O I know it’s real; Praise God, the doubts are settled, For I know, I know it’s real. 2 When the truth came close and searching, all my joy would disappear. For I did not have the witness of the Spirit bright and clear; If at times the coming judgment would appear before my mind, O it made me so uneasy, for God’s smile I could not find. [Refrain] 3 But at last I tired of living such a life of fear and doubt. For I wanted God to give me something I would know about; So the truth would make me happy, and the light would clearly shine, And the Spirit gave assurance that I’m His and He is mine. [Refrain] 4 So I prayed to God in earnest, and not caring what folks said. I was hungry for the blessing; my poor soul it must be fed; When at last by faith I touched Him, and, like sparks from smitten steel, Just so quick salvation reached me; O bless God, I know it’s real! [Refrain] Topics: Hymns Languages: English Tune Title: [O how well do I remember how I doubted day by day]

Jesus Loves Me

Author: Anna Warner, 1820-1915 Hymnal: SOZ1981 #17 (1981) 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 gates to open wide! He will wash away my sin, Let His little child come in. [Refrain] 3 Jesus loves me! loves me still, Though I'm very weak and ill; From His shining throne on high, Comes to watch me where I lie. [Refrain] 4 Jesus loves me! He will stay Close beside me all the way; If I love Him when I die, He will take me home on high. [Refrain] Topics: Hymns Languages: English Tune Title: [Jesus loves me! this I know]

Lord, I'm Coming Home

Author: W. J. K. Hymnal: SOZ1981 #18 (1981) First Line: I've wandered far away from God Refrain First Line: Coming home, coming home Lyrics: 1 I've wandered far away from God Now I'm coming home; The paths of sin too long I've trod Lord, I'm coming home. Refrain Coming home, coming home, Nevermore to roam; Open wide Thine arms of love Lord, I'm coming home. 2 I've wasted many precious years Now I'm coming home; I now repent with bitter tears Lord, I'm coming home. [Refrain] 3 I've tired of sin and straying, Lord Now I'm coming home; I'll trust Thy love, believe Thy word Lord, I'm coming home. [Refrain] 4 My soul is sick, my heart is sore Now I'm coming home; My strength renew, my hope restore Lord, I'm coming home. [Refrain] Topics: Hymns Languages: English Tune Title: COMING HOME

Jesus, Keep Me Near the Cross

Author: Fanny J. Crosby, 1820-1915 Hymnal: SOZ1981 #19 (1981) Refrain First Line: In the cross, in the cross Lyrics: 1 Jesus, keep me near the cross; There's a precious fountain, Free to all, a healing stream, Flows from Calv'ry's mountain. Refrain: In the cross, in the cross, Be my glory ever, Till my raptured soul shall find Rest beyond the river. 2 Near the cross, a trembling soul, Love and mercy found me; There the bright and morning star Sheds its beams around me. [Refrain] 3 Near the cross! O lamb of God, Bring its scenes before me; Help me walk from day to day With its shadows o'er me. [Refrain] 4 Near the cross I'll watch and wait, Hoping, trusting ever, Till I reach the golden strand Just beyond the river. [Refrain] Topics: Hymns Languages: English Tune Title: [Jesus, keep me near the cross]

It Is Well with My Soul

Author: Horatio G. Spafford, 1828-1888 Hymnal: SOZ1981 #20 (1981) First Line: When peace, like a river, attedeth my way Refrain First Line: It is well with my soul, Lyrics: 1 When peace, like a river, attendeth my way, When sorrows, like sea billows, roll; Whatever my lot, Thou hast taught me to say, It is well, it is well with my soul. Refrain: It is well with my soul, It is well, it is well with my soul. 2 Tho' Satan should buffet, tho' trials should come, Let this blest assurance control, That Christ has regarded my helpless estate, And has shed His own blood for my soul. [Refrain] 3 My sin - oh, the bliss of this glorious tho't: My sin, not in part but the whole, Is nailed to the cross and I bear it no more, Praise the Lord, praise the Lord, O my soul. [Refrain] 4 And Lord, haste the day when the faith shall be sight, The clouds be rolled back as a scroll, The trump shall resound and the Lord shall descend, "Even so," it is well with my soul. [Refrain] Topics: Hymns Languages: English Tune Title: VILLE DU HAVRE

Nothing Between

Author: C. A. T. Hymnal: SOZ1981 #21 (1981) First Line: Nothing between my soul and the Savior Refrain First Line: Nothing between my soul and the Savior Lyrics: 1 Nothing between my soul and the Savior, Naught of this world's delusive dream: I have renounced all sinful pleasure, Jesus is mine, There's nothing between. Refrain: Nothing between my soul and the Savior, So that his blessed face may be seen; Nothing preventing the least of His favor: Keep the way clear! Let nothing between. 2 Nothing between like worldly pleasure, Habits of life tho' harmless they seem, Must not my heart from Him ever sever, He is my all! There's nothing between. [Refrain] 3 Nothing between like pride or station: Self or friends shall not intervene; Tho' it may cost me much tribulation, I am resolved! There's nothing between. [Refrain] 4 Nothing between e'en many hard trials, Tho' the whole world against me convene; Watching with prayer and much self denial, Triumph at last, with nothing between. [Refrain] Topics: Hymns Languages: English Tune Title: [Nothing between my soul and the Savior]

Almost Persuaded

Author: P. P. B. Hymnal: SOZ1981 #22 (1981) First Line: "Almost persuaded," now to believe Lyrics: 1 “Almost persuaded,” now to believe; “Almost persuaded” Christ to receive. Seems now some soul to say, “Go, Spirit, go Thy way, Some more convenient day, On Thee I’ll call.” 2 “Almost persuaded,” come, come today; “Almost persuaded,” turn not away. Jesus invites you here, Angels are ling’ring near, Prayers rise from hearts so dear; O wand’rer, come! 3 “Almost persuaded,” harvest is past! “Almost persuaded,” doom comes at last! “Almost” cannot avail; “Almost” is but to fail! Sad, sad, that bitter wail, “Almost,” but lost. Amen. Topics: Hymns Languages: English Tune Title: ["Almost persuaded," now to believe]

Leave It There

Author: C. A. T. Hymnal: SOZ1981 #23 (1981) First Line: If the world from you withhold Refrain First Line: Leave it there, leave it there Lyrics: 1 If the world from you withhold, of its silver and its gold, And you have to get along with meager fare, Just remember in His Word, How He feeds the little bird, Take your burden to the Lord and leave it there. Refrain: Leave it there, leave it there, Take your burden to the Lord and leave it there. If you trust and never doubt, He will surely bring you out; Take your burden to the Lord and leave it there. 2 If your body suffers pain, and your health you can’t regain, And your soul is almost sinking in despair, Jesus knows the pain you feel, He can save and He can heal, Take your burden to the Lord and leave it there. [Refrain] 3 When your enemies assail, and your heart begins to fail, Don’t forget that God in heaven answers prayer; He will make a way for you, and will lead you safely through, Take your burden to the Lord and leave it there. [Refrain] 4 When your youthful days are gone, and old age is stealing on, And your body bends beneath the weight of care, He will never leave you then, He’ll go with you to the end, Take your burden to the Lord and leave it there. [Refrain] Topics: Hymns Languages: English Tune Title: [If the world from you withhold]

Battle Hymn of the Republic

Author: Julia Ward Howe, 1819-1910 Hymnal: SOZ1981 #24 (1981) First Line: Mine eyes have seen the glory of the coming of the Lord Refrain First Line: Glory, glory! Hallelujah! Lyrics: 1 Mine eyes have seen the glory of the coming of the Lord; He is trampling out the vintage where the grapes of wrath are stored; He hath loosed the fateful lightning of his terrible swift sword; His truth is marching on. Refrain: Glory, glory! Hallelujah! Glory, glory! Hallelujah! Glory, glory! Hallelujah! His truth is marching on. 2 I have seen Him in the watchfires of a hundred circling camps; They have builded Him an altar in the evening dews and damps; I can read His righteous sentence by the dim and flaring lamps; His day is marching on. [Refrain] 3 He has sounded forth the trumpet that shall never call retreat; He is sifting out the hearts of men before His judgment seat; O be swift, my soul, to answer Him; be jubilant, my feet! Our God is marching on. [Refrain] 4 In the beauty of the lilies Christ was born across the sea, With a glory in His bosom that transfigures you and me; As He died to make men* holy, let us die to make men* free! While God is marching on. [Refrain] Topics: Hymns Languages: English Tune Title: BATTLE HYMN OF THE REPUBLIC

I'll Overcome Someday

Author: C. A. T. Hymnal: SOZ1981 #25 (1981) First Line: This world is one great battlefield Refrain First Line: I'll overcome some day, Lyrics: 1 This world is one great battlefield, With forces all arrayed; If in my heart I do not yield I’ll overcome some day. I’ll overcome some day, I’ll overcome some day; If in my heart I do not yield I’ll overcome some day. 2 Both seen and unseen powers join To drive my soul astray, But with God's Word a sword of mine, I’ll overcome some day. I’ll overcome some day, I’ll overcome some day; But with God's Word a sword of mine, I’ll overcome some day. 3 A thousand snares are set for me, And mountains in my way; If Jesus will my leader be, I’ll overcome some day. I’ll overcome some day, I’ll overcome some day; If Jesus will my leader be, I’ll overcome some day. 4 I fail so often when I try My Savior to obey; It pains my heart and then I cry, Lord, make me strong some day. Lord, make me strong some day, Lord, make me strong some day; It pains my heart and then I cry, Lord, make me strong some day. 5 My mind is not to do the wrong, But walk the narrow way; I’m praying as I journey on, To overcome some day. To overcome some day, To overcome some day; I’m praying as I journey on, To overcome some day. 6 Tho' many a time no signs appear, Of answer when I pray; My Jesus says I need not fear, He’ll make it plain some day. I’ll be like Him some day, I’ll be like Him some day; My Jesus says I need not fear, I’ll be like Him some day. Topics: Hymns Languages: English Tune Title: [This world is one great battlefield]

Jesus Loves the Little Children

Author: Anonymous Hymnal: SOZ1981 #26 (1981) Lyrics: Jesus loves the little children, All the children of the world; Red and yellow, black and white, They are precious in His sight; Jesus loves the little children of the world. Topics: Hymns Languages: English Tune Title: [Jesus loves the little children]

In Times Like These

Author: R. C. J. Hymnal: SOZ1981 #27 (1981) First Line: In times like these you need a Savior Refrain First Line: This Rock is Jesus Topics: Hymns Languages: English Tune Title: [In times like these you need a Savior]

Farther Along

Author: W. B. S. Hymnal: SOZ1981 #28 (1981) First Line: Tempted and tried we're oft made to wonder Refrain First Line: Farther along we'll know all about it Lyrics: 1 Tempted and tried we’re oft made to wonder Why it should be thus all the day long, While there are others living about us, Never molested tho' in the wrong. Refrain: Farther along we’ll know all about it, Farther along we’ll understand why; Cheer up, my brother, live in the sunshine, We’ll understand it all by and by. 2 When death has come and taken our loved ones, It leaves our home so lonely and drear; Then do we wonder why others prosper, Living so wicked year after year. [Refrain] 3 Faithful till death said our loving Master, A few more days to labor and wait; Toils of the road will then seem as nothing, As we sweep thru the beautiful gate. [Refrain] 4 When we see Jesus coming in glory When He comes from His home in the sky; Then we shall meet Him in that bright mansion, We'll understand it all by and by. [Refrain] Topics: Hymns Languages: English Tune Title: [Tempted and tried we're oft made to wonder]

I Know Who Holds Tomorrow

Author: I. F. S. Hymnal: SOZ1981 #29 (1981) First Line: I don't know about tomorrow Refrain First Line: Many things about tomorrow Topics: Hymns Languages: English Tune Title: [I don't know about tomorrow]

He Lives

Author: A. H. A. Hymnal: SOZ1981 #30 (1981) First Line: I serve a risen Savior Refrain First Line: He lives, He lives, Christ Jesus lives today! Topics: Hymns Languages: English Tune Title: [I serve a risen Savior]

He Looked Beyond My Fault

Author: Dottie Rambo Hymnal: SOZ1981 #31 (1981) First Line: Amazing grace shall always be my song of praise Refrain First Line: I shall forever lift mine eyes to Calvary Topics: Hymns Languages: English Tune Title: LONDONDERRY

Lift Every Voice and Sing

Author: James Weldon Johnson, 1871-1938 Hymnal: soz1981 #32 (1981) First Line: Lift ev'ry voice and sing Lyrics: 1 Lift ev'ry voice and sing, till earth and heaven ring, Ring with the harmonies of liberty; Let our rejoicing rise, high as the list'ning skies, Let it resound loud as the rolling sea. Sing a song full of the faith that the dark past has taught us, Sing a song full of the hope that the present has brought us; Facing the rising sun of our new day begun, Let us march on till victory is won. 2 Stony the road we trod, bitter the chast'ning rod, Felt in the days when hope unborn had died; Yet with a steady beat, have not our weary feet, Come to the place for which our fathers sighed? We have come over a way that with tears has been watered, We have come, treading our path thro' the blood of the slaughtered, Out from the gloomy past, till now we stand at last Where the white gleam of our bright star is cast. 3 God of our weary years, God of our silent tears, Thou who hast brought us thus far on the way; Thou who hast by thy might, led us into the light, Keep us forever in the path, we pray. Lest our feet stray from the places, our God, where we met Thee, Lest our hearts, drunk with the wine of the world, we forget Thee; Shadowed beneath Thy hand, May we forever stand, True to our God, true to our native land. Topics: Hymns Languages: English Tune Title: [Lift ev'ry voice and sing]

His Eye Is on the Sparrow

Author: Civilla D. Martin, 1860-1948 Hymnal: SOZ1981 #33 (1981) First Line: Why should I feel discouraged Refrain First Line: I sing because I'm happy Lyrics: 1 Why should I feel discouraged, Why should the shadows come, Why should my heart be lonely And long for heaven and home, When Jesus is my portion? My constant Friend is He: His eye is on the sparrow, And I know He watches me; His eye is on the sparrow, And I know He watches me. Refrain: I sing because I’m happy, I sing because I’m free, For His eye is on the sparrow, And I know He watches me. 2 “Let not your heart be troubled,” His tender word I hear, And resting on His goodness, I lose my doubts and fears; Though by the path He leadeth But one step I may see: His eye is on the sparrow, And I know He watches me; His eye is on the sparrow, And I know He watches me. [Refrain] 3 Whenever I am tempted, Whenever clouds arise, When song gives place to sighing, When hope within me dies, I draw the closer to Him; From care He sets me free: His eye is on the sparrow, And I know He watches me; His eye is on the sparrow, And I know He watches me. [Refrain] Topics: Hymns Languages: English Tune Title: [Why should I feel discouraged]

Is Your All on the Altar?

Author: E. A. H. Hymnal: SOZ1981 #34 (1981) First Line: You have longed for sweet peace Refrain First Line: Is your all on the altar of sacrifice laid? Lyrics: 1 You have longed for sweet peace and for faith to increase, And have earnestly, fervently prayed: But you cannot have rest or be perfectly blest Until all on the altar is laid. Refrain: Is your all on the altar of sacrifice laid? Your heart does the Spirit control? You can only be blest and have peace and sweet rest As you yield Him your body and soul. 2 Would you walk with the Lord in the light of His Word, And have peace and contentment alway? You must do His sweet will to be free from all ill, On the altar your all you must lay. [Refrain] 3 O we never can know what the Lord will bestow Of the blessings for which we have prayed Till our body and soul He doth fully control, And our all on the altar is laid. [Refrain] 4 Who can tell all the love He will send from above, And how happy our hearts will be made: Of the fellowship sweet we shall share at His feet When our all on the altar is laid. [Refrain] Topics: Hymns Languages: English Tune Title: [You have longed for sweet peace]

I Shall Not Be Moved

Hymnal: SOZ1981 #35 (1981) First Line: I shall not, I shall not be moved Lyrics: 1 I shall not, I shall not be moved. I shall not, I shall not be moved, just like a tree that's planted by the water I shall not be moved. 2 Jesus is my captain, I shall not be moved. Jesus is my captain, I shall not be moved, just like a tree that's planted by the water I shall not be moved. 3 On my way to glory, I shall not be moved. On my way to glory, I shall not be moved, just like a tree that's planted by the water I shall not be moved. 4 I'm climbing Jacob's ladder, I shall not be moved. I'm climbing Jacob's ladder, I shall not be moved, just like a tree that's planted by the water I shall not be moved. 5 Old Satan tried to stop me, I shall not be moved. Old Satan tried to stop me, I shall not be moved, just like a tree that's planted by the water I shall not be moved. Topics: Hymns Languages: English Tune Title: [I shall not, I shall not be moved]

Oh, How I Love Jesus

Author: Frederick Whitfield, 1829-1904 Hymnal: SOZ1981 #36 (1981) First Line: There is a name I love to hear Lyrics: 1 There is a name I love to hear, I love to sing its worth; It sounds like music in mine ear, The sweetest name on earth. Refrain: Oh, how I love Jesus, Oh, how I love Jesus, Oh, how I love Jesus, Because He first loved me! 2 It tells me of a Savior's love, Who died to set me free; It tells me of His precious blood, The sinner's perfect plea. [Refrain] 3 It tells me what my Maker hath In store for ev'ry day; And tho' I tread a darksome path, Yields sunshine all the way. [Refrain] 4 It tells of One whose loving heart Can feel my deepest woe, Who in each sorrow bears a part That none can bear below. [Refrain] Topics: Hymns Languages: English Tune Title: [There is a name I love to hear]

God Be with You

Author: Jeremiah E. Rankin, 1828-1904 Hymnal: SOZ1981 #37 (1981) First Line: God be with you till we meet again; Refrain First Line: Till we meet, till we meet Lyrics: 1 God be with you till we meet again; By His counsels guide, uphold you, With His sheep securely fold you: God be with you till we meet again. Refrain: Till we meet, till we meet, Till we meet at Jesus’ feet, Till we meet, till we meet God be with you till we meet again. 2 God be with you till we meet again; ’Neath His wings protecting hide you, Daily manna still provide you: God be with you till we meet again. [Refrain] 3 God be with you till we meet again; When life’s perils thick confound you, Put *His arms unfailing round you: God be with you till we meet again. [Refrain] 4 God be with you till we meet again; Keep love’s banner floating o’er you, Smite death’s threat'ning wave before you: God be with you till we meet again. [Refrain] Topics: Hymns Languages: English Tune Title: [God be with you till we meet again]

No, Not One!

Author: Johnson Oatman, Jr. 1856-1922 Hymnal: SOZ1981 #38 (1981) First Line: There's not a friend like the lowly Jesus Refrain First Line: Jesus knows all about our struggles Lyrics: 1 There's not a friend like the lowly Jesus – No, not one! No, not one! None else could heal all our soul's diseases – No, not one! No, not one! Refrain: Jesus knows all about our struggles, He will guide till the day is done; There's not a friend like the lowly Jesus – No, not one! no, not one! 2 No friend like Him is so high and holy – No, not one! No, not one! And yet, no friend is so meek and lowly – No, not one! No, not one! [Refrain] 3 There's not an hour that He is not near us – No, not one! No, not one! No night so dark but His love can cheer us – No, not one! No, not one! [Refrain] 4 Did ever saint find this Friend forsake Him? No, not one! No, not one! Or sinner find that He would not take him? No, not one! No, not one! 5 Was e'er a gift like the Savior given? No, not one! No, not one! Will he refuse us a home in heaven? No, not one! No, not one! [Refrain] Topics: Hymns Languages: English Tune Title: HARPER MEMORIAL

Higher Ground

Author: Johnson Oatman, Jr., 1856-1922 Hymnal: SOZ1981 #39 (1981) First Line: I'm pressing on the upward way Refrain First Line: Lord, lift me up, and let me stand Lyrics: 1 I’m pressing on the upward way, New heights I’m gaining every day; Still praying as I onward bound, “Lord, plant my feet on higher ground.” Refrain: Lord, lift me up, and let me stand By faith, on heaven’s tableland; A higher plane than I have found, Lord, plant my feet on higher ground. 2 My heart has no desire to stay Where doubts arise and fears dismay; Though some may dwell where these abound, My prayer, my aim is higher ground. [Refrain] 3 I want to live above the world, Though Satan’s darts at me are hurled; For faith has caught a joyful sound, The song of saints on higher ground. [Refrain] 4 I want to scale the utmost height, And catch a gleam of glory bright; But still I’ll pray till heav’n I’ve found, “Lord, lead me on to higher ground.” [Refrain] Topics: Hymns Languages: English Tune Title: HIGHER GROUND

I Do, Don't You?

Author: Melville W. Miller Hymnal: SOZ1981 #40 (1981) First Line: I know a great Savior, I do; don't you? Lyrics: 1 I know a great Savior, I do, don’t you? I live by His favor, I do, don’t you? For grace I implore Him, I worship before Him, I love and adore Him, I do, don’t you? 2 I need Him to lead me, I do, don’t you? Heav’n’s manna to feed me, I do, don’t you? Whatever betide me, I need Him beside me, In mercy to hide me, I do, don’t you? 3 I love to be near Him, I do, don’t you? He speaks and I hear Him, I do, don’t you? For me He is caring, The cross I am bearing, I love Him for sharing, I do, don’t you? 4 I want Him to use me, I do, don’t you? For service to choose me, I do, don’t you? I want Him to bless me, To own and confess me, Completely possess me, I do, don’t you? Topics: Hymns Languages: English Tune Title: [I know a great Savior]

Stand by Me

Author: C. A. T. Hymnal: SOZ1981 #41 (1981) First Line: When the storms of life are raging Lyrics: 1 When the storms of life are raging, Stand by me; When the storms of life are raging, Stand by me. When the world is tossing me, Like a ship upon the sea; Thou who rulest wind and water, Stand by me. 2 In the midst of tribulation, Stand by me; In the midst of tribulation, Stand by me. When the hosts of hell assail, And my strength begins to fail, Thou who never lost a battle, Stand by me. 3 In the midst of faults and failures, Stand by me; In the midst of faults and failures, Stand by me. When I do the best I can, And my friends misunderstand, Thou who knowest all about me, Stand by me. 4 In the midst of persecution, Stand by me; In the midst of persecution, Stand by me. When my foes in battle array Undertake to stop my way, Thou who saved Paul and Silas, Stand by me. 5 When I’m growing old and feeble, Stand by me; When I’m growing old and feeble, Stand by me. When my life becomes a burden, And I’m nearing chilly Jordan, O Thou “Lily of the Valley,” Stand by me. Topics: Hymns Languages: English Tune Title: [When the storms of life are raging]

Where He Leads Me

Author: E. W. Blandy Hymnal: SOZ1981 #42 (1981) First Line: I can hear my Savior calling Refrain First Line: Where He leads me I will follow Lyrics: 1 I can hear my Savior calling, I can hear my Savior calling, I can hear my Savior calling, "Take thy cross and follow, follow me." Refrain: Where He leads me I will follow, Where He leads me I will follow, Where He leads me I will follow, I'll go with Him, with Him all the way. 2 I'll go with Him thru the garden, I'll go with Him thru the garden, I'll go with Him thru the garden, I'll go with Him, with Him all the way. [Refrain] 3 I'll go with Him thru the judgment, I'll go with Him thru the judgment, I'll go with Him thru the judgment, I'll go with Him, with Him all the way. [Refrain] 4 He will give me grace and glory, He will give me grace and glory, He will give me grace and glory, And go with me, with me all the way. [Refrain] Topics: Hymns Languages: English Tune Title: [I can hear my Savior calling]

I Believe It

Author: C. A. T., Sr. Hymnal: SOZ1981 #43 (1981) First Line: I am free from condemnation Refrain First Line: I believe it, I believe it, Lyrics: 1 I am free from condemnation, Jesus' blood has made me free, I am now a new creation, Hallelujah, He saves me. Refrain: I believe it, I believe it, Jesus died to set me free. On the cross He bought my pardon, Hallelujah, He saves me. 2 All the world has been forsaken, Now and evermore shall be, Jesus for my "all" I've taken, Hallelujah, He saves me. [Refrain] 3 All my life has been a failure, Naught but sin and misery, 'Til in Christ I found sweet pleasure, Hallelujah, He saves me. [Refrain] 4 Now if living or if dying, Just as He would have it be, Jesus always satisfying, Hallelujah, He saves me. [Refrain] Topics: Hymns Languages: English Tune Title: [I am free from condemnation]

In the Garden

Author: C. A. M. Hymnal: SOZ1981 #44 (1981) First Line: I come to the garden alone Refrain First Line: And He walks with me, and He talks with me Lyrics: 1 I come to the garden alone, While the dew is still on the roses, And the voice I hear, Falling on my ear, The Son of God discloses. Refrain: And He walks with me, and He talks with me, And He tells me I am His own; And the joy we share as we tarry there, None other has ever known. 2 He speaks, and the sound of His voice Is so sweet the birds hush their singing, And the melody That He gave to me, Within my heart is ringing. [Refrain] 3 I'd stay in the garden with Him Tho' the night around me be falling, But He bids me go; Thro' the voice of woe His voice to me is calling. [Refrain] Topics: Hymns Languages: English Tune Title: [I come to the garden alone]

Lead Me to Calvary

Author: Jennie Evelyn Hussey, 1874-1958 Hymnal: SOZ1981 #45 (1981) First Line: King of my life I crown Thee now Refrain First Line: Lest I forget Gethsemane Lyrics: 1 King of my life I crown Thee now Thine shall the glory be; Lest I forget Thy thorn-crowned brow, Lead me to Calvary. Refrain: Lest I forget Gethsemane, Lest I forget Thine agony, Lest I forget Thy love for me, Lead me to Calvary. 2 Show me the tomb where Thou wast laid, Tenderly mourned and wept; Angels in robes of light arrayed Guarded Thee whilst Thou slept. [Refrain] 3 Let me, like Mary, thru the gloom, Come with a gift to Thee; Show to me now the empty tomb Lead me to Calvary. [Refrain] 4 May I be willing, Lord, to bear Daily my cross for Thee; Even Thy cup of grief to share Thou hast borne all for me. [Refrain] Topics: Hymns Languages: English Tune Title: [King of my life I crown Thee now]

Just a Closer Walk with Thee

Hymnal: SOZ1981 #46 (1981) First Line: I am weak but Thou art strong Refrain First Line: Just a closer walk with Thee; 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 with Thee. Refrain: Just a closer walk with Thee; Grant it, Jesus, if you please, Daily walking close with 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 won't be no more, Guide me gently, safely o'er, To Thy kingdom shore, to Thy shore. [Refrain] Topics: Hymns Languages: English Tune Title: [I am weak but Thou art strong]

Let Jesus Fix It for You

Author: C. A. T. Hymnal: SOZ1981 #47 (1981) First Line: If your life in days gone by Lyrics: 1 If your life in days gone by, Has not been good and true, In your own way no longer try, But let Him fix it for you. Refrain: Let Jesus fix it for you, He knows just what to do; Whenever you pray, let Him have His way, And He will fix it for you. 2 Perhaps your temper is to blame, For many wrongs you do, Take it to God in Jesus’ name, And He will fix it for you. [Refrain] 3 If in your home the trouble is, The course you should pursue, Go talk with God, your hand in His, And He will fix it for you. [Refrain] 4 And if some sin your soul hath bound With cords you can’t undo, At Jesus’ feet go lay it down, And He will fix it for you. [Refrain] 5 Maybe to you the world is dark, And comforts far and few, Let Jesus own and rule your heart, And He will fix it for you. [Refrain] Topics: Hymns Languages: English Tune Title: [If your life in days gone by]

The Name of Jesus

Author: W. C. Martin Hymnal: SOZ1981 #48 (1981) First Line: The name of Jesus is so sweet Refrain First Line: "Jesus," Oh, how sweet the name! Lyrics: 1 The name of Jesus is so sweet, I love its music to repeat; It makes my joys full and complete, The precious name of Jesus. Refrain: “Jesus,” Oh, how sweet the name! “Jesus,” ev'ry day the same; “Jesus,” Let all saints proclaim Its worthy praise forever. 2 I love the name of Him whose heart Knows all my griefs, and bears a part; Who bids all anxious fears depart I love the name of Jesus. [Refrain] 3 That name I fondly love to hear, It never fails my heart to cheer; Its music dries the falling tear: Exalt the name of Jesus. [Refrain] 4 No human word can ever tell How sweet the name I love so well; Oh, let its praises ever swell, Oh, praise the name of Jesus. [Refrain] Topics: Hymns Languages: English Tune Title: [The name of Jesus is so sweet]

Jesus, Savior, Pilot Me

Author: Edward Hopper, 1816-1888 Hymnal: SOZ1981 #49 (1981) Lyrics: 1 Jesus, Savior, pilot me Over life's tempestuous sea; Unknown waves before me roll, Hiding rocks and treacherous shoal; Chart and compass came from Thee, Jesus, Savior, pilot me. 2 As a mother stills her child, Thou canst hush the ocean wild, Boisterous waves obey Thy will When Thou sayest to them, "Be still!" Wondrous Sovereign of the sea, Jesus, Savior, pilot me. 3 When at last I near the shore, And the fearful breakers roar, 'Twixt me and the peaceful rest, Then, while leaning on Thy breast, May I hear Thee say to me, "Fear not, I will pilot thee." Topics: Hymns Languages: English Tune Title: [Jesus, Savior, pilot me]

The Right Hand of God

Author: Patrick Prescod Hymnal: SOZ1981 #50 (1981) First Line: The right hand of God is writing in our land Topics: Hymns Languages: English Tune Title: [The right hand of God is writing in our land]

My Secret of Joy

Author: C. A. T. Hymnal: SOZ1981 #51 (1981) First Line: You ask me where I get the joys Refrain First Line: Hallelujah! I belong to the King Lyrics: 1 You ask me where I get the joys That make my heart so light, Which all the gloom of day destroys And gives me songs at night. Refrain: Hallelujah! I belong to the King, I am saved now, and I have a right to sing, For the light from heaven fills my soul, And the night has passed away. 2 It is not wealth of land or gold, Nor health or honored fame, But joys of heaven in my soul A heav'n in Jesus' name. [Refrain] 3 I once was full of anxious fear, I tried, but failed to see, That all I needed was so near The Christ that died for me. [Refrain] 4 I counted much upon my state Of goodness, sense, and birth, These only added to my fate, They had no place or worth. [Refrain] 5 I then gave up myself and all, And trusted to His care, Who sees the sparrows e'er they fall, And left my burden there. [Refrain] 6 I wish I had the tongue to tell The comfort then was given, How my poor soul was brought from hell, And carried almost to heav'n. [Refrain] Topics: Hymns Languages: English Tune Title: [You ask me where I get the joys]

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