Lord Jesus Christ, My Savior Blest

Verse 1

Lord Jesus Christ, My Savior blest, My Hope and my Salvation! I trust in Thee; Deliver me From misery; Thy Word's my consolation.

Verse 2

As Thou dost will, Lead Thou me still That I may truly serve Thee, My God, I pray, Teach me Thy way, To my last day In Thy true faith preserve me.

Verse 3

Most heartily I trust in Thee; Thy mercy fails me never. Dear Lord, abide; My Helper tried, Thou Crucified, From evil keep me ever.

Verse 4

Now henceforth must I put my trust In Thee, O dearest Savior. Thy comfort choice, Thy Word and voice, My heart rejoice Despite my ill behavior.

Verse 5

When sorrows rise, My refuge lies In Thy compassion tender. Within Thine arm Can naught alarm; Keep me from harm, Be Thou my strong Defender.

Verse 6

I have Thy Word, Christ Jesus, Lord; Thou never wilt forsake me. This will I plead In time of need. Oh, help me speed When troubles overtake me!

Verse 7

Grant, Lord, we pray, Thy grace each day That we, Thy Law revering, May live with Thee And happy be Eternally, Before Thy throne appearing.