First Line: Now just a word for dearest Friend so true,

Now just a word for dearest Friend so true
Come, cheer our hearts and tell what He hath done for you.

Now just a word for Jesus, 'twill help us on our way ! [or pray !
One little word for Jesus, oh speak, or sing,

2 Now just a word for Jesus ; you feel your sins forgiven,
And by His grace are striving to reach a home in heaven.

3 Now just a word for Jesus ; a cross it cannot be
To say, I love my Saviour, who gave His life for me.

4 Now just a word for Jesus; let not the time be lost ;
The heart's neglected duty brings sorrow, to its cost.

5 Now just a word for Jesus ; and if your faith be dim,
Arise in all your weakness, and leave the rest to Him.