The Christian Sunday School Hymnal ‎#39

39. Follow Thou Me

1 If I, like Galilee fishers,
Were mending my nets by the main,
And Jesus, coming, should call me,
He never should call in vain.

Refrain:
We'll follow the summons of Jesus,
Wherever, however it falls;
When high up the pathway he sees us,
And "Follow thou me!" he calls.

2 If I were dwelling in pleasure,
Or sitting in places of gain,
And Jesus, passing, should call me,
He never should call in vain. [Refrain]

3 If I were sinking in sadness,
Or dreading the cross and the pain,
And Jesus tenderly called me,
He never should call in vain. [Refrain]

Text Information

• First Line: If I, like Galilee fishers
• Title: Follow Thou Me
• Author: Mrs. M. B. C. Slade
• Refrain First Line: Then follow the summons of Jesus
• Publication Date: 1883
• Scripture:
  Matthew 4:19

Tune Information

• Name: [If I, like Galilee fishers]
• Composer: Dr. A. B. Everett