Author: Anon. Hymnal: Journeysongs (2nd ed.) #815 (2003) Meter: 7.7.7.7 with refrain Topics: Discipleship; Discipleship; Discipleship First Line: Jesus said: I am the Bread Lyrics: Refrain:
I received the living God,
and my heart is full of joy.
I received the living God,
and my heart is full of joy.
1 Jesus said: "I am the Bread
Kneaded long to give you life;
You who will partake of me
Need not ever fear to die." [Refrain]
2 Jesus said: "I am the Way,
And my Father longs for you;
So I come to bring you home
To be one with us anew." [Refrain]
3 Jesus said: "I am the Truth;
If you follow close to me,
You will know me in your heart,
And my word shall make you free." [Refrain]
4 Jesus said: "I am the Life
Far from whom no thing can grow,
But receive this living bread,
And my Spirit you shall know." [Refrain] Languages: English Tune Title: LIVING GOD
I Received the Living God