Author: Gregory Norbet, OSB; Weston Priory Hymnal: Singing the New Testament #95 (2008) Scripture: John 14:27 First Line: The Fathers' love I came to give Refrain First Line: Peace I leave with you, my friends Lyrics: Refrain:
Peace I leave with you, my friends,
peace the world cannot give.
Peace I leave with you, my friends,
so that your joy be ever full.
1 The Father's love I came to give,
to be the hope for all who live. [Refrain]
2 Take his gift and be at peace;
the Spirit of our love I bring. [Refrain]
3 By this love which you should have,
all will know you are my friends. [Refrain]
4 Take my words of life to heart,
and you will live with hope and joy. [Refrain]
5 All I have I give to you;
I share with you the Father's love. [Refrain]
6 I came so that you may have life,
and have it to the full. [Refrain]
7 If you love me, keep my word,
and our home we'll make with you. [Refrain]
Peace I leave with you, my friends,
so that your joy be ever full. Topics: Comfort and Encouragement; Jesus Christ Teaching of; Love Us for God; Love God for Us; Marriage; Sending/Commission Languages: English Tune Title: [The Father's love I came to give]
Peace