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22. Jesus Knows

1 Jesus knows my greatest trial,
And He knows my slightest care;
Not a shadow on life’s dial,
But is traced by Jesus there.

Refrain:
Jesus knows, yes, Jesus knows!
Heav’nly comfort for our woes!
Jesus knows, yes, Jesus knows!
And from Him my comfort flows.

2 Jesus knows when I am lonely,
And when earthly friendships cease;
Then it is that “Jesus only”
Is my deepest, sweetest peace. [Refrain]

3 Jesus knows my need of meekness
Patiently to suffer wrong;
And becomes my strength in weakness,
Till my moaning ends in song. [Refrain]

4 Jesus knows when I am weary
And my feet are travel-stained;
Thus the way is never dreary,
Till the journey’s end is gained. [Refrain]

Text Information
First Line: Jesus knows my greatest trial
Title: Jesus Knows
Author: James M. Gray
Refrain First Line: Jesus knows, yes, Jesus knows
Publication Date: 1921
Topic: Comfort
Notes: Public Domain.
Tune Information
Name: [jesus_knows_my_greatest_trial]
Composer: E. O. Sellers
Notes: Public Domain.



Media
MIDI file: MIDI

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