Author: John Ernest Bode, 1816-1874 Hymnal: The Book of Praise #569 (1997) Meter: 7.6.7.6 D Topics: Sacraments and Ordinances Profession of Faith Lyrics: 1 O Jesus, I have promised
to serve thee to the end;
be thou for ever near me,
my Saviour and my friend:
I shall not fear the struggle
if thou art by my side,
nor wander from the pathway
if thou wilt be my guide.
2 Oh let me feel thee near me:
the world is ever near;
I see the sights that dazzle,
the tempting sounds I hear.
My foes are ever near me,
around me and within,
but, Jesus, draw thou nearer,
and shield my soul from sin.
3 O let me hear thee speaking
in accents clear and still,
above the storms of passion,
the murmurs of self-will;
oh speak to reassure me,
to hasten or control;
oh speak, and make me listen,
thou guardian of my soul.
4 O Jesus, thou hast promised
to all who follow thee,
that where thou art in glory
there shall thy servant be,
and, Jesus, I have promised
to serve thee to the end;
oh give me grace to follow
my Saviour and my friend.
Scripture: Matthew 8:19 Languages: English Tune Title: ANGEL'S STORY
O Jesus, I have promised