Jesus Is a Friend of Mine

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I am trusting in the goodness of my Lord and King

Author: Neal A. McAulay
Tune: [I am trusting in the goodness of my Lord and King]
Published in 1 hymnal

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1 I am trusting in the goodness of my Lord and King;
For a full and free salvation to His cross I cling;
Since He pardoned my transgressions I can sweetly sing,
For Jesus is a friend of mine.

Refrain:
Jesus is a friend of mine,
Yes, Jesus is a friend of mine;
Since His grace hath made me whole
There is glory in my soul,
For Jesus is a friend of mine.

2 I can calmly face the tempter on the battle field,
For the blessed gospel armor is my strength and shield;
With His precious love sustaining I shall never yield,
For Jesus is a friend of mine. [Refrain]

3 I shall do my Father’s bidding till my race is run,
When this earthly cross will vanish and my crown is won;
Angels then will give me welcome, work will all be done,
For Jesus is a friend of mine. [Refrain]

Source: Progressive Sunday School Songs #29

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Author: Neal A. McAulay

McAulay, Neal A. (Nova Scotia, March, 1854--?). Born of Scottish parents "in the English town of Nova Scotia." At age 21 he moved to Boston and from there to Portland, Maine, in 1876. Converted in 1877; went to Chicago in 1882, and entered McCormick Theological Seminary in 1883 (B.D., 1886). Pastorates in Presbyterian churches in Wilton, Iowa (1886-1907) and Lyons, Louisiana (1907-?). In 1889 began writing gospel hymns. --Gabriel, Charles H. (1916). Singers and Their Songs. Chicago: The Rodeheaver Company. Go to person page >

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First Line:	I am trusting in the goodness of my Lord and King
Title:	Jesus Is a Friend of Mine
Author:	Neal A. McAulay
Refrain First Line:	Jesus is a friend of mine
Copyright:	Public Domain