Friends, Not Servants

F. G. Burroughs • English

Primary Scripture: John 15:15

Verse 1

Oh, how blessed is the service We may render to the Lord When all duty glows with pleasure, And our wills with his accord.

Chorus

I’m a child, and not a servant, Of the God whose grace I sing! I’m an heir of life eternal,— I’m the friend of Christ my King!

Verse 2

Oh, how blessed to be trusted With the secret of the Lord, As the Holy Spirit guides us Through the pathways of his Word.

Chorus

I’m a child, and not a servant, Of the God whose grace I sing! I’m an heir of life eternal,— I’m the friend of Christ my King!

Verse 3

Oh, how blessed to be able All his promises to claim, And to bear the royal likeness ‘Mid our service In His Name.

Chorus

I’m a child, and not a servant, Of the God whose grace I sing! I’m an heir of life eternal,— I’m the friend of Christ my King!

Verse 4

Oh, how blessed to be granted Fellowship with him we love, Now to share his night of sorrow,— Then to reign with him above.

Chorus

I’m a child, and not a servant, Of the God whose grace I sing! I’m an heir of life eternal,— I’m the friend of Christ my King!

Verse 5

Oh, how blessed to be growing Daily in his grace divine, Sitting at the King’s own table; Nourished by his bread and wine.

Chorus

I’m a child, and not a servant, Of the God whose grace I sing! I’m an heir of life eternal,— I’m the friend of Christ my King!

Scripture References

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