The church of God believes it right

Verse 1

The Church of God believes it right, To think and do as Jesus bade, When on that dark and doleful night He gave His law, and plainly said:—

Verse 2

Mark the example which I give: Keep it, and show your mutual love My precepts do, and you shall live, In bliss below, and heaven above.

Verse 3

Then, do we love our brethren now? And are we bound in union sweet? If so, like Jesus, let us bow, And let us wash each other's feet.

Verse 4

Let no one be ashamed of this,— Or, Peter-like, turn, and say, no; But as we aim for heav'nly bliss, We'll in our Master's footsteps go.

Verse 5

Now, Lord, we'll wash Thy people's feet, And here enjoy their fond embrace; Each with a kiss of friendship greet; And hope in love to see thy face.

Verse 6

And then we'll feast on heav'nly love, And find our joys to be complete: Yes, then we'll sing thy praise above, And bow, with angels, at thy feet,