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Now Just a Word for Jesus

Fanny J. Crosby • English

Primary Scripture: Psalm 71:15

Verse 1

Now just a word for Jesus; Your dearest Friend so true, Come, cheer our hearts and tell us What He has done for you.

Chorus

Now just a word for Jesus 'Twill help us on our way; One little word for Jesus, O speak, or sing, or pray.

Verse 2

Now just a word for Jesus; You feel your sins forgiv'n, And by His grace are striving To reach a home in heav'n.

Chorus

Now just a word for Jesus 'Twill help us on our way; One little word for Jesus, O speak, or sing, or pray.

Verse 3

Now just a word for Jesus; A cross it cannot be To say, "I love my Saviour Who gave His life for me"

Chorus

Now just a word for Jesus 'Twill help us on our way; One little word for Jesus, O speak, or sing, or pray.

Verse 4

Now just a word for Jesus; Let not the time be lost; The heart's neglected duty Brings sorrow to its cost.

Chorus

Now just a word for Jesus 'Twill help us on our way; One little word for Jesus, O speak, or sing, or pray.

Verse 5

Now just a word for Jesus; And if your faith be dim, Arise in all your weakness, And leave the rest to Him.

Chorus

Now just a word for Jesus 'Twill help us on our way; One little word for Jesus, O speak, or sing, or pray.

Scripture References

Reference 1

  • psalms 71:15

Reference 2

  • ezekiel 24:19