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54. Like Fishermen Who Left Their Boats

1 Like fishermen who left their boats
and nets beside the sea,
may we too answer Jesus’ call
when we hear “Follow me.”

2 Like that brave soldier who believed
his slave would be made well,
may our belief in Jesus’ power
all fear and doubt dispell.

3 Like people on that seaside hill
who came to hear him preach,
may we still learn from Jesus now
all that he has to teach.

4 Like one small boy who shared his food,
may we give Jesus leave
to work such miracles through us,
that we may all believe.

5 Like all who heard that Jesus lives,
may we, with every breath,
sing Alleluias to our God,
whose love has conquered death.

Text Information
First Line: Like fishermen who left their boats
Title: Like Fishermen Who Left Their Boats
Author: Mary Nelson Keithahn (2015)
Meter: CM
Language: English
Publication Date: 2017
Scripture: ; ; ;
Topic: Eastertide
Tune Information
Name: BY THE SEA
Composer: John D. Horman (2015)
Meter: CM
Key: F Major
Source: Faith That Lets Us Sing
Copyright: Wayne Leupold Editions, Inc.



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