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Jesus Loves the Little Ones

Jennie Wilson • English

Primary Scripture: Matthew 4:19

Verse 1

When in days long passed away, Jesus walked by Galilee, Eager listners heard Him say: “Let the children come to me.”

Chorus

Jesus loved the little ones, When He made this world His home; Still He loves the little ones, And to Him He bids them come.

Verse 2

Now from His exalted place, Still the Savior kind and mild, To the kingdom of His grace, Fain would welcome ev’ry child.

Chorus

Jesus loved the little ones, When He made this world His home; Still He loves the little ones, And to Him He bids them come.

Verse 3

Souls of Children glorified, Sinless lambs in heaven’s fold, Dwelling where the blest abide, E’er the Father’s face behold.

Chorus

Jesus loved the little ones, When He made this world His home; Still He loves the little ones, And to Him He bids them come.

Verse 4

As they reach His throne above, Sweetest music to the Lord, Are the songs of praise and love, Children sin in glad accord.

Chorus

Jesus loved the little ones, When He made this world His home; Still He loves the little ones, And to Him He bids them come.

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