The Little Minstrel ‎#32

32. Cling to Jesus

1 I will ever cling to Jesus,
Gracious teacher, all divine!
May his word of truth be treasured,
Richly in this heart of mine;
In his works of love and mercy,
In compassion shown for me,
May I find the true example,
What a Christian ought to be.

2 I will ever cling to Jesus,
He shall be my prop and stay.
Though in perils and temptations,
He will guide me on my way.
Though the storm-cloud gather darkly,
Though the lamp of life grow dim,
Yet, amid the gloom of dying,
I will ever cling to him.

3 I will ever cling to Jesus,
Prophet, Priest, and mighty King;
By his wondrous condescension,
Be my heart inspired to sing.
I will ever cling to Jesus,
Hastening on my pilgrim way,
Till the dawning of the morning
Ushers in eternal day.

Text Information

• First Line: I will ever cling to Jesus
• Title: Cling to Jesus
• Author: A. D. Fillmore
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1867

Tune Information

• Name: CLING TO JESUS
• Composer: A. D. Fillmore
• Meter: 8s & 7s
• Key: G Major or modal