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I'll Be a Friend to Jesus

Johnson Oatman • English

Primary Scripture: John 15:13-15

Verse 1

They tried my Lord and Master, With no one to defend; Within the halls of Pilate He stood without a friend.

Chorus

I’ll be a friend to Jesus, My life for Him I’ll spend; I’ll be a friend to Jesus, Until my years shall end.

Verse 2

The world may turn against Him, I’ll love Him to the end, And while on earth I’m living, My Lord shall have a friend.

Chorus

I’ll be a friend to Jesus, My life for Him I’ll spend; I’ll be a friend to Jesus, Until my years shall end.

Verse 3

I’ll do what He may bid me; I’ll go where He may send; I’ll try each flying moment To prove that I’m His friend.

Chorus

I’ll be a friend to Jesus, My life for Him I’ll spend; I’ll be a friend to Jesus, Until my years shall end.

Verse 4

To all who need a Savior, My Friend I’ll recommend; Because He brought salvation, Is why I am His friend.

Chorus

I’ll be a friend to Jesus, My life for Him I’ll spend; I’ll be a friend to Jesus, Until my years shall end.

Scripture References

Reference 1

  • john 15:13-15