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Precious words that Jesus said

Bertha Mason • English

Primary Scripture: Matthew 5:8

Verse 1

Precious words that Jesus said, When on earth He taught so kindly; Blest the pure in heart, said He, For their eyes the Lord shall see.

Chorus

O the precious words of Jesus That on earth He so kindly taught; May we love and hallow every one, May we prize them as we ought.

Verse 2

Blessed they in spirit poor, For His kingdom they inherit; Blessed they that mercy show, Unto them shall mercy flow.

Chorus

O the precious words of Jesus That on earth He so kindly taught; May we love and hallow every one, May we prize them as we ought.

Verse 3

Blessed they that follow peace, They are called God’s faithful children; Blessed they that sorrow here, They shall feel His comfort near.

Chorus

O the precious words of Jesus That on earth He so kindly taught; May we love and hallow every one, May we prize them as we ought.

Verse 4

Blessed they that hunger now, And for righteousness are thirsting; From the loving streams that glide, Shall their souls be satisfied.

Chorus

O the precious words of Jesus That on earth He so kindly taught; May we love and hallow every one, May we prize them as we ought.

Scripture References

Reference 1

  • matthew 5:8