A friend of Jesus, oh what bliss
That one so weak as I
Should ever have a friend like this
To lead me to the sky.

Refrain
Friendship with Jesus, Fellowship divine;
Oh, what blessed Sweet communion,
Jesus is a friend of mine.

A friend when other Friendships cease,
A friend when others fail;
A friend Who gives me joy and peace,
A friend Who will prevail.

A friend to lead me in the dark,
A friend Who knows the way;
A friend to steer my weak, frail bark,
A friend my debts to pay.

A friend when sickness lays me low,
A friend when death draws near;
A friend as thro' the vale I go,
A friend to help and cheer.

A friend when life's Rough voyage is o'er,
A friend when death is past;
A friend to greet on heaven's shore,
A friend when home at last.