Author: M. Alice Metcalf Appears in 2 hymnals First Line: Only a messenger, yet ready am I Refrain First Line: Hear now the ringing call, Shine, brightly shine Lyrics: 1 Only a messenger, yet ready am I
Sweetly to answer with the prompt reply,
Master, the message that Thou givest me,
Gladly will I carry, blessèd Lord, for Thee.
Refrain:
Hear now the ringing call, "Shine, brightly shine,
Bearing the light of love, kindled above."
Though but a messenger, yet I am Thine,
Savior, with all my heart, I’ll do my part.
2 Only a messenger, yet bravely I go,
Scattering brightness just the best I know;
Smiling and happy as the day is long,
Driving back the tear-drops with some happy song. [Refrain]
3 Only a messenger, yet honored am I
Serving the King of kings, the Lord most high;
Faithful I’ll try to be until the end,
For the God of love is my dear Lord and friend. [Refrain] Used With Tune: [Only a messenger, yet ready am I] Text Sources: Bible Study Songs for Junior Societies, Junior and Primary Schools by Bertha F. Vella and Daniel B. Towner (Boston: Pilgrim Press, 1899)
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