American Lutheran Hymnal ‎#616

616. Little Baby Jesus

1 Little Baby Jesus, born today,
Come into my heart and with me stay,
Fill my soul with love and trust in Thee,
Evermore abide with me!

2 In a manger lowly Thou wast laid,
Tho' Thy hands the heav'ns and earth have made;
Son of God eternal and my Lord,
Keep me ever by Thy Word!

3 Little Baby Jesus, Savior dear,
Let me feel Thy presence ever near,
Cleanse me with Thy blood from all my sin,
Make me pure and whole within!

4 All my help alone in Thee is found,
All my trust alone in Thee I ground,
Clothe me wholly in Thy righteousness
As my glorious, perfect dress.

5 Little Baby Jesus, born today,
Let me walk forever in Thy way;
Fill my heart with strength and love divine,
Let Thy favor on me shine!

6 Thou who hast my soul so dearly bought
Without Thee, my Strength, I can do naught,
Come into my heart and live in me
Now and in eternity!

Amen.

Text Information

• First Line: Little Baby Jesus, born today
• Title: Little Baby Jesus
• Author: Paul E. Kretzmann
• Meter: 9 9 9 7 D.
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1930
• Topic: Carols and Spiritual Songs: Christmas

Tune Information

• Name: DETROIT
• Composer: William Fishwick (1930)
• Meter: 9 9 9 7 D.
• Key: E♭ Major