I have a Friend, a loving Friend,
He’s not like any other;
This Friend I’ve tried and proved Him oft,
He’s closer than a brother.
He never disappoints my hopes,
He never has deceived me,
I know He never will forsake,
He says He’ll never leave me.
I want you all to know this Friend,
And in Him to find favor;
To yield your hearts and lives to Him;
And let Him be your Saviour.
And then whate’er your pathway be:
Through trial or temptation,
In danger or perplexity,
You’ll find in Him salvation.
He’ll save you from the guilt of sin,
He’ll save you from its power;
And having Jesus for your Friend,
You nothing then need fear.
ML 11/04/1917