
Author: John E. Bode, 1816-1874 Hymnal: African Methodist Episcopal Church Hymnal #280 (2011) Meter: 7.6.7.6 D Lyrics: 1 O Jesus, I have promised
To serve Thee to the end;
Be Thou forever near me,
My Master and my Friend:
I shall not fear the battle
If Thou art by my side;
Nor wander from the pathway
If Thou wilt be my guide.
2 O 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;
O speak to reassure me,
To hasten or control;
O 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;
O give me grace to follow,
My Master and my Friend.
Amen. Topics: The Christian Life Dedication and Consecration; Baptism; Consecration; Processionals Scripture: John 12:26 Languages: English Tune Title: ANGEL'S STORY
O Jesus, I Have Promised