The Name of Jesus
W. C. Martin (1901) • English
Primary Scripture: Psalm 72:19
Verse 1
The name of Jesus is so sweet, I love its music to repeat; It makes my joys full and complete, The precious name of Jesus.
Chorus
“Jesus,” oh, how sweet the name! “Jesus,” ev'ry day the same; “Jesus,” let all saints proclaim Its worthy praise forever.
Verse 2
I love the name of Him whose heart Knows all my griefs and bears a part; Who bids all anxious fears depart, I love the name of Jesus.
Chorus
“Jesus,” oh, how sweet the name! “Jesus,” ev'ry day the same; “Jesus,” let all saints proclaim Its worthy praise forever.
Verse 3
That name I fondly love to hear, It never fails my heart to cheer, Its music dries the falling tear; Exalt the name of Jesus.
Chorus
“Jesus,” oh, how sweet the name! “Jesus,” ev'ry day the same; “Jesus,” let all saints proclaim Its worthy praise forever.
Verse 4
No word of man can ever tell How sweet the name I love so well; Oh, let its praises ever swell, Oh, praise the name of Jesus.
Chorus
“Jesus,” oh, how sweet the name! “Jesus,” ev'ry day the same; “Jesus,” let all saints proclaim Its worthy praise forever.
Scripture References
Reference 1
- psalms 72:19
Reference 2
- luke 1:31
Reference 3
- acts 2:30
Reference 4
- acts 4:12
Reference 5
- 1-corinthians 5:4
Reference 6
- ephesians 1:21
Reference 7
- philippians 2:9-10
Reference 8
- hebrews 13:8
Reference 9
- 1-john 3:23