We thank Thee, Jesus, dearest Friend

Verse 1

We thank you, Jesus, dearest friend, that into heav'n you did ascend. Emmanuel, in whom we live, your strength to soul and body give! Alleluia!

Verse 2

Ascended to his throne on high, hid from our sight, yet always nigh, he rules and reigns at God's right hand and has all pow'r at his command. Alleluia!

Verse 3

The one who trusts in him is blest and finds in him eternal rest. This world's allurements we despise; on Christ alone we fix our eyes. Alleluia!

Verse 4

With deepest joy our voice we raise and sing our grateful song of praise; our brother, flesh and bone and blood, is Lord and King, our highest good! Alleluia!

Verse 5

He soon will bring us near his throne; O brother Jesus, help your own to firmly trust that we will be your own through all eternity. Alleluia!