Jesus is My Friend
Eliza E. Hewitt • English
Primary Scripture: John 15:13
Verse 1
Jesus is my Friend, and Oh, what joy it is to know That He will ne’er forsake me, nor cease His love to show; In Him I find sweet rest; I lean upon His loving breast, For Jesus is my Friend.
Chorus
Jesus is my Friend, Jesus is my Friend, Tho’ friends may come and go, ‘tis sweet, this blessed truth to know, That Jesus is my Friend.
Verse 2
Jesus is my Friend, and Oh, how sweet it is to dwell Within His blessed shadow, who doeth all things well; Beneath His wing I hide, In peace I ever there abide, For Jesus is my Friend.
Chorus
Jesus is my Friend, Jesus is my Friend, Tho’ friends may come and go, ‘tis sweet, this blessed truth to know, That Jesus is my Friend.
Verse 3
Jesus is my Friend, and may this daily life of mine Reflect His gracious image and in His likeness shine; May I to others show The grace He freely will bestow, For Jesus is my Friend.
Chorus
Jesus is my Friend, Jesus is my Friend, Tho’ friends may come and go, ‘tis sweet, this blessed truth to know, That Jesus is my Friend.
Scripture References
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