Only Jesus
Daniel Otis Teasley • English
Primary Scripture: Proverbs 18:24
Verse 1
Only Jesus, precious Jesus, Can our every sorrow know; He alone can truly help us Through life’s journey here below.
Chorus
Other friends may bless and comfort, Speak a kind and cheering word; But the balm to heal the heartache Only Jesus can afford.
Verse 2
Only Jesus, precious Jesus, When life’s thorns have pierced the heart, Can relieve the wounded spirit, Needful help and grace impart.
Chorus
Other friends may bless and comfort, Speak a kind and cheering word; But the balm to heal the heartache Only Jesus can afford.
Verse 3
Only Jesus, precious Jesus, When temptation’s billows roll, Can command the angry tempest, Strengthen, soothe the trembling soul.
Chorus
Other friends may bless and comfort, Speak a kind and cheering word; But the balm to heal the heartache Only Jesus can afford.
Verse 4
Only Jesus, precious Jesus, He alone in life and death, Can support me and I’ll trust Him, Till my life’s last fleeting breath.
Chorus
Other friends may bless and comfort, Speak a kind and cheering word; But the balm to heal the heartache Only Jesus can afford.
Scripture References
Reference 1
- proverbs 18:24