HYMNAL PRIMARY CLASSES. A COLLECTION OF "tmh leriialluns and luirftei, BEING A MANOAL FOR PRIMARY MDAY-SGHOOLS. COMPILED BY A TEACHER OF MANY years' EXPERIENCE. WORD EDITION. PHILADELPHIA : THE AMERICAN SUNDAY-SCHOOL UNION, 1122 Chestnut Street. New York Branch: ill Fifth Avenue. Sc3 S^7 E<^^G^ n HYMNAL FOR PRIMARY CLASSES. A COLLECTION OF Hymns and Tnnes, Recitations, and Exercises, BEING A MANUAL FOR PRIMARY SUNDAY-SCHOOLS. COMPILED BY A TEACHER OF MANY years' EXPERIENCE. WORD EDITION. PHILADELPHIA : THE AMERICAN SUNDAY-SCHOOL UNION, 1 122 Chestnut Street. New York Branch: hi Fifth Avenue. [Copyright, 1896, by The American Sunday-School Union.] PUBLISHER'S PREFACE. This Hymnal and Manual is the fruit of many years of painstaking and successful experience in Primary Class teaching. The process of sifting, se- lecting, composing and arranging the hymns and tunes has gone on slowly, by subjecting the pieces and exercises generally to the test of actual and pro- longed use in a large Primary School. The original purpose, therefore, was not " to make a book for publication," but to bring together a choice selection of the best hymns, Scriptural truths and ex- ercises that proved most suitable and helpful in per- sonal work among Primary Classes. A guiding purpose in making the selection was to have every hymn and exercise teach the love of Jesus, some Scriptural truth, some important moral principle, which, when once fixed in the minds of children, might ever influence their lives. The material has been patiently gleaned from all available sources, without stint of cost or time. Many of the hymns and tunes are original, and have never before been published. This music is written especially to suit young children's voices, and is not arranged for four-part singing, but is to be sung in unison. The harmony is arranged as a pleasing ac- companiment to aid in holding the attention of children. To promote a true spirit of reverence in the Sun- (3) 4 PUBLIBHER'S PREFACE. day-school and its services, it is suggested that before prayer the children rise, clasp their hands, bow their heads, and repeat after the leader the words of the prayer. This has long been tried and found effect- ive. The hymns, tunes and exercises in this work are copyrighted, and should not be reprinted except by written permission of the publishers. Thanks are due to many composers, hymn writers and publishers for kindly granting permission to use selections from their works. Particular acknowledgments are given throughout the book. The Manual containing questions, answers, and simple prayers and orders of service should prove an important aid to Primary Class teachers, in their high and holy work. Edwin W. Rice. I^^^Warning. — As many of the hymns, recita- tions, etc., are copyrighted, they cannot be reprinted unless permission is received from owners. HYMNAL FOR PRIMARY CLASSES. Holy Bible ! book divine ! Precious treasure I thou art mine 1 Mine, to tell me whence I came ; Mine, to teach me what I am. Cho. — Holy Bible ! book divine ! Precious treasure ! thou art mine ! Mine art thou to guide my feet ; Mine to judge, condemn, acquit; Mine, to show a Saviour's love ; Mine, to chide me when I rove. Mine, to tell of joys to come, And the rebel sinner's doom ; Mine, to show by living faith, Man can triumph over death. (5) 2. HYMNAL FOB Precious Bible ! how I love thee, Thy sweet truth is my delight; Like the rays of Heaven's sunshine, Thou art many a pathway's light. Infant lips thy truths have whisper'd, Infant voices sung thy praise ; Gracious blessings cheer us onward, As we walk in wisdom's ways. In the homes of rich and lowly. In far distant lands and climes ; Where God's people meet to worship, Call'd by ringing Sabbath chimes ; There we find thy precious precepts, As reveal'd by God to man ; Gracious news of our redemption. And of Calv'ry's wondrous plan. Heathen nations long in darkness. Now behold the promised light; As they seek thy hidden treasures. Found within each page so bright. Book of promise ! psalm of praises ! Light and life to wand'rers given ; Be with us while life is passing, Guide our footsteps up to Heav'n. We'll not give up the Bible, God's holy Book of truth ; The blessed staff of hoary age, The guide of early youth ; PBIMABY CLASSES. The sun that sheds a glorious light O'er every dreary road, The voice that speaks a Saviour's love And calls us home to God. Cho. — We'll not give up the Bible, God's holy Book of truth ; The blessed staff of hoary age, The guide of early youth. We'll not give up the Bible, For pleasure or for pain ; We'll buy the truth, and sell it not, For all that we might gain. Though man should try to take our prize By guile, or cruel might, We'll suffer all that man could do, And, God defend the right. We'll not give up the Bible, But spread it far and wide ; Until its saving voice be heard Beyond the rolling tide ; 'Till all shall know its gracious pow'r, And with one voice and heart, Resolve that from God's sacred word, We'll never, never part. Who made the sky so bright and blue ? Who made the fields so green ? Who made the flow'rs that smell so sweet, In pretty colors green? Answer : — 'Twas God our Father and our King; Oh, let us all His praises sing. HYMNAL FOR Who made the birds to soar so high, And taught them how to sing ? Who made the pretty butterfly, And painted her bright wing ? Who made the sun that shines so bright, And gladdens all we see, Which comes to give us light and heat. That happy we may be ? Who made the moon and stars so high, The darksome night to cheer. That shine so bright in yonder sky. Oft as the heav'ns are clear ? As the buds their leaves unfolding, Tender buds that early bloom, Looking up to meet the sunshine, Waft to God their sweet perfume ; So may we in life's bright springtime Hearty thanks to Jesus give, Sending forth in pure devotion Sweetest praises while we live. As the buds are trained and cultured. By a skillful loving hand, May our hearts be trained for Jesus, And a fairer, brighter land ; Thus remembering our Creator, In the spring and morn of youth, We may yet unfold our blossoms At the fount of Life and Truth. Copyright, 1883, by Biglow & Main, used by permission. PRIMARY CLASSES. 6. The pretty flow'rs have come again, The roses and the daisies; And from the trees, oh, hear how plain The birds are singing praises ! Cho. — How charming now our walks will be, By meadows full of clover. Thro' shady lanes, where we can see The branches bending over. The flow'rs are blooming fresh and bright In just the same old places ; And oh, it fills me with delight To see their charming faces. The air is sweet, the sky is blue. The woods with songs are ringing; And I'm so happy, that I, too, Can hardly keep from singing. Lifting up each chalice bright, Buttercups and daisies; In the grand and joyous light. Buttercups and daisies ; We love your bonny eyes to greet. That smile so fondly at our feet. For then fair Spring and Summer meet — Buttercups and daisies. King and Queen among the flow'rs ! Buttercups and daisies ; How you gild the noontide hours ! Buttercups and daisies ; And when your simple charms you wield, Just like an army on the field ; Oh ! then what joy your blossoms yield ! Buttercups and daisies. 10 HYMNAL FOB 8. All over the valleys so green and fair. The lily buds soft are sleeping ; He spoke through the rays of the sun, and lo ! The lily buds forth came peeping. Chorus : — He sprinkled the rain from His great white cloud. He scattered the dew on the clover; He painted the lilies by brooks that flow All over the meadows, and over. He cares for the lily, and cares for me, His love will forsake me never ; The mercy that foldeth the evening flower. Will tenderly shield me ever. Copyright, 1883, by Biglow & Main, used by permission. 9. Summer days are coming, coming, Smiling o'er the hills ; Ev'ry little brook that ripples, Some sweet task fulfills ; So may we, some duty finding Still in joy or song, Make some pathway greener, brighter, As we pass along. Cho. — Summer days are coming. Smiling o'er the hills; Ev'ry little brook that ripples, Some sweet task fulfills. Copyright, 1883, by Biglow & Main, used by permission. 10. 11. PRIMARY CLASSES. 11 It is God's mercy gives us The sunshine and the rain, That paints in verdant beauty The mountain and the plain. By Him were all things fashioned Around us and afar ; He made the earth and ocean. And ev'ry shining star. He made the pleasant Springtime, The Summer bright and warm, The golden days of Autumn, The Winter and the storm. He makes the glorious sunset. The moon to sail on high ; He bids the breezes fan us And thunder clouds to fly. He gives us ev'ry blessing, To Him our lives we owe ; He sent His Son to save us From sin and death and woe. I SING the mighty power of God, That made the mountains rise ; That spread the flowing seas abroad. And built the lofty skies. I sing the wisdom that ordained The sun to rule the day ; The moon shines full at His command, And all the stars obey. 12 HYMNAL FOR I sing the goodness of the Lord, That filled the earth with food ; He formed the creatures with His word And then pronounced them good. There's not a plant or flower below But makes His glories known ; And clouds arise and tempests blow By order from His throne. 12. I OUGHT to be a happy child, For Ifttle though I be, I have a Friend who loves me so. He even died for me. But though He lives in heaven so high. That seems so far away ; Yet from His throne above the sky He smiles on me to-day. Cho. — I ought to be a happy child. For little though I be, I have a Friend who loves me so, He even died for me. He guides me all the way that leads, To Canaan's happy land ; And I shall never lose the road, Whilst Jesus holds my hand. Oh, yes, I am a happy child. For little though I be, I have a Friend who loves me so, He even died for me. 13. 14. PRIMARY CLASSES. 13 O SING to me of Jesus And of His dying love ; Sing how He came to save us, And raise our souls above. Sing of the great salvation, He purchased on the tree; Oh, glorious welcome tidings, He died for you and me. He left the starry mansions, His Father's home on high. And came to earth to seek us. While doom'd in sin to die. Oh, tell the wondrous story, How Jesus came to save ; And wretched, guilty sinners, To ransom from the grave. Ye children bow and worship, With angels sing His praise ; And 5K)und aloud the anthems. Of his redeeming grace. O sing to me of Jesus, Tell His amazing love; He came to earth to save us. And raise our souls above. Only little children. Yet the Saviour knows All our little sorrows, All our childish woes ; 14 HYMNAL FOB Knows that we are helpless, Frail and sinful too ; Knows if we have striven, To be good and true. Only little children, Yet the Saviour hears, When the children tell Him, All their hopes and fears ; Hears our songs of praises, As to Him we sing ; Though He lives in heaven, As our Lord and King. Only little children, Yet the Saviour said, When He laid His hands in Blessing on their head. Suffer little children, Unto me to come ; There are many like them, In my Father's home. Only little children, Do not us despise ; Only come and help us, To be good and wise. More like gentle Jesus, Father, let us be Till we rest forever, Jesus Lord, with thee. 15. How loving is Jesus who came from the sky. In tenderest pity for sinners to die; His hands and His feet were nailed to the tree, And all this He suffered for you and for me. PRIMARY CLASSES. 15 How gladly does Jesus, free pardon impart, To all who receive Him by faith in the heart, No evil befalls them, their home i^ above. And Jesus throws round them, the arms of His love. How precious is Jesus to all who believe. And out of His fullness what grace they receive. When weak He supports them, when erring He guides. And ev'rything needful, He kindly provides. O, give them to Jesus your earliest days. They only are happy who walk in His ways ; In life and in death, He will still be your friend, For whom Jesus once loves. He loves to the end. 16. There's a Friend for little children Above the bright blue sky, A Friend that never changes, Whose love will never die. Unlike our friends by nature, Who change with changing years ; The Friend is always worthy The precious name He bears. There's a rest for little children Above the bright blue sky. Who love the blessed Saviour, And Abba, Father cry. A rest from every trouble. From sin and danger free, W^here every little pilgrim Shall rest eternally. 16 HYMNAL FOR There's a home for little children Above the bright blue sky, Where Jesus reigns in glory, A home of peace and joy. No home on earth is like it. Nor can with it compare, For every one is happy, Nor can be happier there. There's a crown for little children Above the bright blue sky. And all who look to Jesus, Shall wear it by and by : A crown of brightest glory. Which He shall sure bestow. On all who love the Saviour And walk with Him below. 17. 'Tis wonderful love in Christ we see, The love of God for you and me ; Love which shines free as the sun's bright rays, And wonderful too, in all its ways. Chorus : — Do you know ? Do you know ? Know of this wonderful love to man ? Do you know ? Do you know ? Know of this wonderful love ? This wonderful love to our fallen race, Who can its measures fitly trace ? For down from His home the Saviour came. To bleed and die on the cross of shame. PRIMARY CLASSES. High as the Heaven extends above, So is the height of this great love ; The love which the Father has bestovi^ed, That we should be called the sons of God. Copyright, 1883, by Biglow & Main, used by permission. 18. Softly sing the love of Jesus ! For our hearts are full of tears, As we think how, walking humbly This low earth for weary years, Without riches, without dwelling, Wounded sore by foe and friend. In the garden, and in dying, Jesus loved us to the end ! Gladly sing the love of Jesus ! Let us lean upon His arm. If He loves us, what can grieve us ? If He keeps us, what can harm ? Still He lays His hands in blessing On each timid little face. And in heaven the children's angels Near the throne have always place. Ever sing the love of Jesus ! Let the day be dark or clear, Ev'ry pain and ev'ry sorrow Bring Him to His own more near. Death's cold wave need not affright us. When we know that He has died. When we see the face of Jesus Smiling from the other side ! 18 HYMNAL FOR 19. They crowned our Saviour's brow with thorns, They pierced and made it bleed ; And not content they mocked Him then, And struck Him with a reed. Refrain : — Oh, what a kind, forgiving Lord, Such cruel pain to bear, That we who trust Him as we ought, A crown of life might wear ! Our hands shall gather roses sweet For Him our Saviour King, And gladly in our Sabbath home, "We'll crown Him while we sing. He trod for us a thorny path; He died for you and me; Our love, the purest we can give. That rosy crown shall be. Copyright, 1882, by H. P. Main. Used by per. 20. One there is above all others Well deserves the name of Friend ; His is love beyond a brother's, Costly, free, and knoM's no end. Which of all our friends, to save us. Could or would have shed his blood ? But this Saviour died to have us Reconciled, in Him, to God. 21. PRIMARY CLASSES. 19 When He lived on earth abased, Friend of sinners was His name ; Now, above all glory raised, He rejoices in the same. Oh, for grace our hearts to soften ! Teach us, Lord, at length to love ; We, alas, forget too often What a Friend we have above. How precious is the story Of our Redeemer's birth, Who left the realms of glory, And came to dwell on earth ! He saw our sad condition. Our guilt, and sin, and shame ; To save us from perdition. The blessed Jesus came. He came to earth from heaven, To weep, and bleed, and die, That we might be forgiven, And raised to God on high. His kindness and compassion To children then were shown ; The heirs of His salvation. He claimed them for His own. Oh, may I love this Saviour, So good, so kind, so mild ! And may I find His favor, A young but sinful child ; And in His blissful heaven May I at last appear. With all my sins forgiven. To know and praise him there. 20 HYMNAL FOR 22. I THINK when I read that sweet story of old, When Jesus was here among men, How He called little children as lambs to His fold, I should like to have been with them then. I wish that His hands had been placed on my head, That His arm had been thrown around me, And that I might have seen His kind look when He said, *' Let the little ones come unto Me." Yet still to His footstool in prayer I may go, And ask for a share in His love. And if I thus earnestly seek Him below, I shall see Him and hear Him above ; In that beautiful place He is gone to prepare For all who are washed and forgiven ; And many dear children are gathering there, " For of such is the kingdom of heaven." 23. Alas ! and did my Saviour bleed, And did my Sovereign die, Would He devote that sacred head For such a worm as I ? Was it for crimes that I had done He groaned upon the tree ? Amazing pity ! grace unknown ! And love beyond degree ! 24. PRIMARY CLASSES. 21 Well might the sun in darkness hide, And shut His glories in, When God the mighty Maker died For man the creature's sin. Thus might I hide my blushing face While His dear cross appears, Dissolve my heart in thankfulness, And melt mine eyes to tears. But drops of grief can ne'er repay The debt of love I owe ; Here, Lord, I give myself away,— 'Tis all that I can do. Jesus loves me ! this I know, For the Bible tells me so ; Little ones to Him belong, They are weak but He is strong. Chorus : — Yes, Jesus loves me. Yes, Jesus loves me. Yes, Jesus loves me. The Bible tells me so. Jesus loves me ! He will stay. Close beside me, all the way ; If I love Him, when I die He will take me home on high. 22 HYMNAL FOR Jesus loves me ! He who died, Heaven's gate to open wide ; He will wash away my sin, Let His little child come in. Jesus loves me ! loves me still, Tho' I'm very weak and ill ; From His shining throne on high. Comes to watch me where I lie. Copyright, 1883, by Biglow & Main, used by permission. 25. Questions and Answers. QUES. — Who came from heaven to ransom me ? Ans. — Jesus, who died upon the tree. QuES. — Why did He come from heaven above ? Ans. — He came because His name was Love. QuES. — And did He die — the Son of God ? Ans. — Yes, on the cross, He shed His blood. QuES. — Why did my Lord and Saviour bleed ? Ans. — That we from evil might be freed. QuES. — When He had died, what happened then ? Ans. — On the third day He rose again. QUES. — Where did He go, when He had risen? Ans. — He went to God's right hand in heaven. QuES. — Where is He now ? Is He still there ? Ans. — Yes, and He pleads with God in prayer. QuES. — What does He pray for, and for whom ? Ans. — He prays, that we to Him, might come. QuES. — Should we not come? Should we not come ? Ans. — Oh, yes, Christ is the sinner's home. QuES. — Christ is the weary sinner's home ! -Ans. — Oh, let us come ! Oh, let us come ! PRIMARY CLASSES. 23 26. It is not far to Jesus, If you only knew how near, You would reach Him in a moment, And banish all your fear. He is standing close beside you. If only you could see, And saying, — could you hear Him, " Let the children come to me ! " Cho. — It is not far to Jesus, If you only knew how near. You would reach Him in a moment, And banish all your fear. You know He never changes, As your little friends do here ? He is always kind and ready, To comfort and to cheer. It matters not how little. How very young or weak ; And if you have been sinful, It was you He came to seek. You really must love Jesus, When you think of all His love In coming down from heaven, That happy home above. And lying in a manger, And suffering so much woe ; That you and all dear children. To that bright world might go. 24 HYMNAL FOR 27. Hark ! I hear the Saviour calling : '< Little children, come to me ; I will bless you, save you, keep you, I from sin will set you free." Cho. — He calls again : O let us, then, With one united cry. The call obey, and humbly say — " Dear Jesus, here am I." " Come," says Jesus, " in the morning Of your bright and tender youth ; I will be your guide and helper, I'm the Way, the Life, the Truth." " Come without a moment's waiting, In your want and weakness come ; I will take you, I will love you, I will bring you to my home." " Come, for 'twas to seek and save you, I to earth from heaven came down ; Come, that I may have and hold you In my everlasting crown." " Come, there's nothing now to hinder. Little child who e'er thou art ; I for thee myself have given ; Give me back thyself— thy heart." By- permission of Asa Hull, owner of Copyright. 28. PRIMARY CLASSES. 25 Come to Jesus, come to Jesus, Come to Jesus to-day; To-day come to Jesus, Come to Jesus to-day. He will save you. He will save you. He will save you to-day ; To-day He will save you. He will save you to-day. Don't reject Him, don't reject Him, Don't reject Him to-day ; To-day don't reject Him, Don't reject Him to-day. He is ready, He is ready, He is ready to-day ; To-day He is ready. He is ready to-day. Oh, believe Him, oh, believe Him, Oh, believe Him to-day ; To-day, oh, believe Him, Oh, believe Him to-day. Do not tarry, do not tarry, Do not tarry to-day ; To-day do not tarry. Do not tarry to-day. Hallelujah, hallelujah, Hallelujah, Amen; Amen, hallelujah. Hallelujah, Amen. The •wordsjust nozu can be used for to-day. 26 HYMNAL FOR 1. "Come unto me, all ye that labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest." — Matt, i i : 28. Chorus. — Come to Jesus. 2. " Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ, and thou shall be saved." — Acts 16 : 31. Chorus. — He will save you. 3. " God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life." — John 3:16. Chorus. — Oh, believe Him. 4. " Him that cometh to me I will in no wise cast out." — John 6 : 37. Chorus. — He'll receive you. 5. " The blood of Jesus Christ his Son cleanseth us from all sin." — i John i : 7. Chorus. — He will cleanse you. 6. " Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends." — JOHN 15 : 13- Chortis. — Jesus loves you. 7. He is waiting, etc. 8. He'll forgive you, etc. • 9. He'll renew you, etc. :io. Hallelujah, Amen, etc. PRIMARY CLASSES. 29. Oh, many, many children In Zion shall be found } We hear their happy voices, And pleasant is the sound ; For children can be Christians, And while at work, or play, Be gentle like the Master, And all His words obey. Chorus. — Oh, children, come to JesHs! His service is a joy; Oh, come within the city. Yes, ev'ry girl and boy. Oh, who will be the children Within the city bright ? Will you be one to enter, And come by morning light ? Oh, do not wait till older — The shadows may appear — You may not see to enter When night is almost here. Then come and bring a playmate, Perchance a brother dear ; Let sisters come together. Oh, never, never fear ; For Zion must have children Upon her golden street. Then come, and bring in with you Whoever you may meet. From Infant Praises by per. of John J. Hood. 28 HYMNAL FOR 30. What tender words ! how sweet a voice I 'Tis Christ the Lord who speaks : " Come unto Me, come and rejoice, The child shall find, who seeks." Come unto Me, with words of prayer, With trusting hearts, oh, come ! I'll make your souls my loving care, To heaven I'll lead you home." " There many mansions waiting stand, Prepared for those I love ; Oh, child, give Me thy trusting hand, Then dwell with Me above." Blest is the child, whose youthful heart Shall hear the Saviour's call ; And choosing now the better part, Escape sin's bitter thrall. Thro' earth's dark way he'll safely pass, Held by that blessed hand; And, shouting victory at last. Reach heaven's thrice happy land. 31. Jesus* voice my name is calling, Seeks my heart to win ; Hardened is my heart with sinning, Shall I let Him in ? PRIMARY CLASSES. 29 Shall I hear His tender pleading — Can I tell Him nay ? Can I close the door upon Him, See Him turn away? Refrain: — Hark, I hear my Saviour gently knocking, knocking — While with fear my guilty heart is throbbing, throb- bing ; Jesus stands without it, gently knocking, knocking — Christ, my Saviour, knocking at the door. Patiently the Lord is waiting, Waiting at the door ; Pierced for me the hand that's knocking. Knocking ever more. Wide the door with joy I'll open, Bid the Lord come in ! In my heart forever dwelling, Casting out my sin. Refrain : — I will open to His gentle knocking, knocking — While with joy my gladdened heart is throbbing, throbbing ; Jesus stands without, no longer knocking, knocking — Christ, my Saviour, enters at the door. Used by permission of Dr. H. R. Palmer, owner of the copy- right. 32. Jesus is knocking at the door, I know He oft has knocked before ; And now He comes this blessed day, I must invite Him in to stay. 30 HYMNAL FOB I think I would let Jesus in, But He will find so much of sin ; I fear He will not love to stay, What shall I do, say yea, or nay ? Say yes, my child, and open wide The door, that He may here abide ; He'll cleanse your heart from self and sin, And keep it too, all pure and clean. He'll make His home within your soul. And ev'ry thought and wish control ; You will be happy, little one, When Jesus Christ your heart has won. {For last verse only ; rise at singing.) I will ! I will ! come, Jesus, come. And make my heart Thy happy home ; Thou wilt love me, I will love Thee, And Thy obedient child will be. 33. See, the kind Shepherd Jesus stands. With all engaging charms ; Hark, how He calls His tender lambs. And folds them in His arms. Permit them to approach He cries. Nor scorn their humble name ; For 'twas to bless such souls as these The Lord of angels came. He'll lead us to the heavenly streams, Where living waters flow. And guide us to the fruitful fields. Where trees of knowledge grow. PRIMARY CLASSES. 31 The feeblest lamb amid the flock, Shall be its shepherd's care ; While folded in the Saviour's arms We're safe from ev'ry snare. 34. Jesus, the water of life will give Freely, freely, freely, Jesus, the water of life will give Freely to those who love Him. Come to that fountain, Oh drink and live, Freely, freely, freely, Come to that fountain, Oh drink and live, Flowing for those that love Him. Duet : — The Spirit and the Bride say, come Chorus : — Freely, freely, freely, Duet : — And he that is thirsty let him come Chorus : — And drink of the water of life. Full Chorus : — The fountain of life is flowing, Flowing, freely flowing. The fountain of life is flowing, Is flowing for you and for me. Jesus has promised a home in heaven, Freely, freely, freely, Jesus has promised a home in heaven. Freely to those that love Him. HYMNAL FOR Treasures unfading will there be given, Freely, freely, freely, Treasures unfading will there be given, Freely to those that love Him. The Spirit and the Bride, etc. Jesus has promised a robe of white, Freely, freely, freely, Jesus has promised a robe of white, Freely to those that love Him. Kingdoms of glory and crowns of light. Freely, freely, freely, Kingdoms of glory and crowns of light, Freely to those that love Him. The Spirit and the Bride, etc. Jesus has promised eternal day, Freely, freely, freely, Jesus has promised eternal day. Freely to those that love Him ; Pleasure that never shall pass away, Freely, freely, freely, Pleasure that never shall pass away. Freely to those that love Him. The Spirit and the Bride, etc. Jesus has promised a calm repose, Freely, freely, freely, Jesus has promised a calm repose, Freely to all that love Him ; PBIMARY CLASSES. 33 Come to the water of life that flows, Freely, freely, freely. Come to the water of life that flows, Freely to all that love Him. The Spirit and the Bride, etc. Copyright, 1883, by Biglow & Main, used by permission. 35. Good news for little children, Whoever they may be, To them the loving Saviour Has said, " Come unto Me ; " However poor and needy. However weak and small. The boundless love of Jesus Encircles one and all. None are too young to love Him, None are too young to know The name of Him who saves them From endless death and woe ; Oh, children, seek Him early. Now in your youthful day ; He will forsake you never. But guard you in all your ways. Words used by arrangement with Oliver Ditson Co., owners of the copyright. 36. Little children, come to Jesus ; Hear Him saying, " Come to Me ! " Blessed Jesus, who to save us, Shed His blood on Calvary ! 34 HYMNAL FOR Little souls were made to serve Him, All His holy law fulfill ; Little hearts were made to love Him, Little hands to do His will. Chorus: — Little children, come to Jesus ; Hear Him saying, " Come to Me ! " Blessed Jesus, who to save us, Shed His blood on Calvary ! Little eyes to read the Bible, Given from the heaven above ; Little ears to hear the stoiy Of the Saviour's wondrous love ; Little tongues to sing His praises, Little feet to walk His ways; Little bodies to be temples Where the Holy Spirit, stays. 37. I HEARD the voice of Jesus say, " Come unto me and rest ; Lay down, thou weary one, lay down Thy head upon my breast." I came to Jesus as I was, Weary, and worn, and sad ; I found in Him a resting place, And He has made me glad. I heard the voice of Jesus say, " Behold, I freely give The living water ; thirsty one. Stoop down and drink, and live." PRIMARY CLASSES. 35 I came to Jesus, and I drank Of that life-giving stream ; My thirst was quenched, my soul revived, And now I live in Him. I heard the voice of Jesus say, " I am this dark world's light ; Look unto me : thy morn shall rise, And all thy day be bright," I looked to Jesus, and I found In Him my star, my sun ; And in that light of life I'll walk Till traveling days are done. Amen. Used by arrangement with S. A. Ward, owner of the copy- right. 38, When little Samuel woke, And heard his Maker's voice, At ev'ry word He spoke. How much did he rejoice ! Oh, blessed, happy child ! to find The God of heaven so near and kind. If God would speak to me. And say He was my friend. How happy should I be ! Oh, how would I attend ! The smallest sin I then should fear, If God Almighty were so near. And does He never speak ? Oh, yes ; for in His word. He bids me come and seek. The God whom Samuel heard : In almost ev'ry page I see. The God of Samuel calls to me. 39. HYMNAL FOR And I beneath His care, May safely rest my head, I know that God is there, To guard my humble bed ; And ev'ry sin I well may fear, Sinee God Almighty is so near. Like Samuel, let me say, When e'er I read His word, Speak, Lord ; I would obey The voice that Samuel heard, And when I in Thy house appear. Speak, for Thy servant waits to hear. Lord, a little tired child. Comes to Thee this day for rest ; Take it, fold it in Thine arms, Soothe its head upon Thy breast ; Through a night of wind and storm, Lo, it leans on Thee for rest ; Take it, fold it in Thine arms. Soothe its head upon Thy breast. Whisper, as it sleepeth there, Tenderest, sweetest lullabies, Till it smiles as infants do. Dreaming of the happy skies ; Then, dear Lord, thus comforted, Rested with Thy perfect rest; It shall sing to weary hearts. What it learned upon Thy breast. PRIMARY CLASSES. 37 Tho' dark fhe night, and clouds look black And stormy overhead, And trials of almost ev'ry kind Across my path are spread ; How soon I conquer all, As to the Lord I call, A little talk with Jesus Makes it right, all right. And thus by frequent little talks I gain the victory. And march along with cheerful song. Enjoying liberty ; With Jesus as my friend I'll prove until the end, A little talk with Jesus Makes it right, all right. If Jesus Christ was sent. To save us from our sin, And kindly teach us to repent, We should at once begin. He says He loves to see A broken-hearted one. He loves that sinners such as we, Should mourn for what we've done. *Tis not enough to say We're sorry and repent Yet still go on from day to day Just as we always went. 42. HYMNAL FOR Repentance is to leare The sins we loved before, And show that we in earnest grieve By doing so no more. Lord, make us thus sincere To watch as well as pray. However small, however dear, Take all our sins away. Jesus, Thy blood and righteousness My beauty are, my glorious dress ; 'Midst flaming worlds, in these arrayed, With joy shall I lift up my head. Bold shall I stand in thy great day. For who aught to my charge shall lay ? Fully absolved through these I am. From sin and fear, from guilt and shame. When from the dust of death I rise. To claim my mansion in the skies, E'en this shall then be all my plea — Jesus hath lived, hath died, for me. This spotless robe the same appears When ruined nature sinks in years ; No age can change its glorious hue : The robe of Christ is ever new. Oh, let the dead now hear Thy voice ! Bid, Lord, Thy mourning ones rejoice : Their beauty this, their glorious dress, Jesus, the Lord our Righteousness. 43. 44. PRIMARY CLASSES. Rock of Ages, cleft for me, Let me hide myself in Thee ! Let the water and the blood From Thy wounded side that flowed Be of sin the perfect cure, Save from wrath, and make me pure. Should my tears forever flow, Should my zeal no languor know, This for sin could not atone : Thou must save, and Thou alone ; In my hand no price I bring, — Simply to Thy cross I cling. While I draw this fleeting breath. When my eyelids close in death. When I rise to worlds unknown. And behold Thee on Thy throne, — Rock of Ages, cleft for me. Let me hide myself in Thee ! I LAY my sins on Jesus, The spotless Lamb of God; He bears them all, and frees us From the accursed load. I bring my guilt to Jesus, To wash my crimson stains White in His blood most precious, Till not a spot remains. 40 HYMNAL FOR I lay my wants on Jesus, All fullness dwells in Him ; He healeth my diseases, He doth my soul redeem. I lay my griefs on Jesus, My burdens and my cares ; He from them all releases. He all my sorrows shares. I long to be like Jesus, Meek, loving, lowly, mild ; I long to be like Jesus, The Father's holy child. I long to be with Jesus, Amid the heavenly throng, To sing with saints His praises, And learn the angels' song. 45. There is a fountain filled with blood, Drawn from Immanuel's veins ; And sinners plunged beneath that flood, Lose all their guilty stains. Chorus : — Oh, how I love Jesus ! Oh, how I love Jesus ! Oh, how I love Jesus, Because He first loved me. The dying thief rejoiced to see That fountain in his day ; And there may I, as vile as he, Wash all my sins away. 46. PRIMARY CLASSES. 41 Dear dying Lamb, Thy precious blood Shall never lose its power Till all the ransomed church of God Be saved, to sin no more. E'er since by faith, I saw the stream Thy flowing wounds supply, Redeeming love has been my theme, And shall be till I die. Then in a nobler, sweeter song, I'll sing Thy power to save. When this poor lisping, stammering tongue Lies silent in the grave. According to Thy gracious word, In meek humility, This will I do, my dying Lord, — I will remember Thee ! Can I Gethsemane forget. Or there Thy conflict see. Thine agony and bloody sweat, And not remember Thee ? When to the Cross I turn mine eyes. And rest on Calvary, O Lamb of God ! my Sacrifice ! I must remember Thee. Remember Thee, and all Thy pains, And all Thy love to me ! Yes, while a breath, a pulse remains, I will remember Thee ! 42 HYMNAL FOR And when these failing lips grow dumb, And mind and memory flee, When Thou shalt in Thy kingdom come, Jesus ! remember me. 47. My faith looks up to Thee, Thou Lamb of Calvary, Saviour divine : Now hear me while I pray. Take all my guilt away ; Oh let me from this day Be wholly thine. May Thy rich grace impart Strength to my fainting heart. My zeal inspire : As thou hast died for me. Oh may my love to Thee Pure, warm and changeless be, A living fire. While life's dark maze I tread. And griefs around me spread. Be Thou my Guide ; Bid darkness turn to day. Wipe sorrow's tears away, Nor let me ever stray From Thee aside. When ends life's transient dream. When death's cold, sullen stream Shall o'er me roll, Blest Saviour, then in love. Fear and distrust remove ; Oh bear me safe above, A ransomed soul. 48. PRIMARY CLASSES. 43 Just as I atn without one plea But that Thy d/ood was shed for me, And that Thou dzd's^ me come to Thee, O Lamd of God, I come ! Just as I am, and waiting not To rid my soul of one dark blot. To Thee, whose blood can cleanse each spot, O Lamb of God, I come ! Just as I am, though tossed about With many a conflict, many a doubt. Fightings within, and fears without, O Lamb of God, I come ! Just as I am, poor, wretched, blind; Sight, riches, healing of the mind. Yea, all I need, in Thee to find, O Lamb of God, I come ! Just as I am. Thou wilt receive, Wilt welcome, pardon, cleanse, relieve Because Thy promise I believe, O Lamb of God, I come ! Just as I am — Thy love unknown Has broken every barrier down — Now, to be Thine, yea. Thine alone, O Lamb of God, I come ! Amen. 44 HYMNAL FOR 49. I WANT to be like Jesus, So lowly and so meek, For no one marked an angry word That ever heard Him speak; I want to be like Jesus, So frequently in prayer, Alone upon the mountain top, He met His Father there. I want to be like Jesus, I never, never find That He though persecuted was To any one unkind ; I want to be like Jesus, Engaged in doing good. So that of me it may be said. She hath done what she could. I want to be like Jesus, So lowly and so meek, For no one marked an angry word That ever heard Him speak; Alas ! I'm not like Jesus As any one may see, O gentle Saviour, send Thy grace, And make me like to Thee. 50. Jesus, when a little child Taught us what we ought to be- Holy, harmless, undefiled Was the Saviour's infancy ; All the Father's glory shone In the person of His Son. PRIMARY CLASSES. 45 As in age and strength He grew, Heavenly wisdom filled His breast; Crowds attentive, round Him drew. Wondering at their infant guest ; Gazed upon His lovely face. Saw Him full of truth and grace. In His heavenly Father's house Jesus spent His early days; There He paid His solemn vows, There proclaimed His Father's praise, Thus it was His lot to gain, Favor both with God and man. Father, guide our steps aright In the way that Jesus trod; May it be our great delight To obey Thy will, O God! Then to us shall soon be given Endless bliss with Christ in heaven. The Author of salvation. The Saviour, meek and mild ; Once took a lowly station, Became a little child. In infancy, a stranger. How mean was His abode ! His cradle was a manger, Himself the Son of God. Cho. — The Author of salvation. The Saviour, meek and mild ; Once took a lowly station, Became a little child. 52. HYMNAL FOB His earthly parents found Him, Submissive, day by day ; So meek to all around Him, So ready to obey. No stain of sin or folly, Could ever cloud His brow ; His heart, so pure and holy, With love would ever glow. And when His foes assailed Him, He sought but to forgive ; When to the cross they nailed Him, He died that they might live. This bright example shows us. What duties to fulfill ; Oh, let it now arouse us. To hear and do His will. The foxes have their dwelling, The little birds their nest, But God's own Son, that blessed One, Had not a place for rest ; A lonely mountain pillow His sleeping place might be, And kneeling there in nightly prayer His own remembered He. A thousand tongues are calling This loyal heart of mine. And gilded toys and fleeting joys Around my pathway shine ; But, oh, they seem as nothing Since Christ my heart has won; I'll walk His ways and sing His praise Till traveling days are done. PRIMARY CLASSES. 47 53. Whene'er my angry passions rise, And tempt my heart and tongue to strife, To Jesus let me lift mine eyes, Bright pattern of the Christian's life. Oh, how benevolent and kind. How mild and ready to forgive ; Be this the temper of our mind. And these the rules by which we live. To do His Heavenly Father's will Was His employment and delight ; Humility and holy zeal. Shone through His life supremely bright. But oh, how blind, how weak we are. How frail, how apt to turn aside ! Lord, we depend upon Thy care. We ask Thy Spirit for our guide. Thy fair example may we trace To teach us what we ought to be ; Make us by Thy transforming grace, O Saviour, daily more like Thee. 54. More like Jesus would I be. Let my Saviour dwell in me ; Fill my soul with peace and love, Make me gentle as the dove. 48 HYMNAL FOR More like Jesus while I go, Pilgrim in this world below ; Poor in spirit would I be, Let my Saviour dwell in me. If He hears the raven's cry, If His ever watchful eye, Marks the sparrows when they fall, Surely He will hear my call. He will teach me how to live, All my sinful thoughts forgive ; Pure in heart, I still would be — Let my Saviour dwell in me. 55, This day belongs to God alone This day He chooses for His own. And we must neither work nor play. Because it is God's holy day. 'Tis well to have one day in seven, That we may learn the way to heaven. Then let us spend it as we should. In serving God and being good. We ought to-day to learn and seek, What we may think of all the week, And be the better ev'ry day. For what we hear our teachers say. Then let us ever watch and pray. And holy keep the Sabbath day. That we may Jesus learn to love, And dwell with Him in heaven above. 56, PRIMARY CLASSES. We must not work on Sunday, On Sunday, on Sunday, We must not work on Sunday, Because it is a sin. But we may work on Monday, On Tuesday, on Wednesday, On Thursday, Friday, Saturday, 'Till Sunday comes again. We must not play on Sunday, On Sunday, on Sunday, We must not play on Sunday, Because it is a sin. But we may play on Monday, On Tuesday, on Wednesday, On Thursday, Friday, Saturday, 'Till Sunday comes again. We must not buy on Sunday, On Sunday, on Sunday, We must not buy on Sunday, Because it is a sin. But we may buy on Monday, On Tuesday, on Wednesday, On Thursday, Friday, Saturday, 'Till Sunday comes again. We must not sell on Sunday, On Sunday, on Sunday, We must not sell on Sunday, Because it is a sin. But we may sell on Monday, On Tuesday, on Wednesday, On Thursday, Friday, Saturday 'Till Sunday comes again. 50 HYMNAL FOR We must do wrong on no day, On no day, on no day. We must do wrong on no day, Because it is a sin. But serve the Lord on Monday, On Tuesday, on Wednesday, On Thursday, Friday, Saturday, 'Till Sunday comes again. 67. Ring, Sabbath bells, ring merrily And fill our hearts with praise, Ring on, we'll sing so cheerily To God, our thoughts we'll raise; From far and near, from everywhere Bring little children home, Into this happy house of God, 'Tis Jesus bids them come. Ring, joyful bells, ring merrily. And sound your loudest chime, Ring out your music joyfully In sweet and tuneful rhyme ; For though our Christ was humbly born And in a manger lay. Yet He is God, the King of kings To whom we all should pray. Ring, Sabbath bells, ring merrily, While childish voices swell. In this our song of loving praise To Christ we love so well ; Upon the cross He gave His life That we might be forgiven. He shows us all the pathway bright That leads from earth to heaven. PRIMARY CLASSES. 51 58. How sweet is the Sabbath, the morning of rest ; The day of the week which I surely love best ; The morning my Saviour arose from the tomb, And took from the grave all its terror and gloom. Oh let me be thoughtful and prayerful to-day, And not spend a minute in trifling or play ; Remembering these seasons were graciously given, To teach me to seek, and prepare me for heaven. In the house of my God, in His presence and fear; When I worship to-day may it all be sincere ; In the school when I learn, may I do it with care. And be grateful to those who watch over me there. Instruct me, my Saviour, a child though I be.; I am not too young to be noticed by Thee ; Renew all my heart, keep me firm in Thy ways, I would love Thee and serve Thee, and give Thee the praise. (^Recite.-) FIRST COMMANDMENT. Thou shalt have no other gods before me. SECOND COMMANDMENT. Thou shalt not make unto thee any graven image, or any likeness of any thing that is in heaven above, or that is in the earth beneath, or that is in the water under the earth : thou shalt not bow down thyself to them, nor serve them : for I the Lord thy God am a jealous God, visiting the iniquity of the fathers upon 52 HYMNAL FOR the children unto the third and fourth generation of them that hate me ; and shewing mercy unto thou- sands of them that love me, and keep my command- ments. THIRD COMMANDMENT. Thou shalt not take the name of the Lord thy God in vain : for the Lord will not hold him guiltless that taketh his name in vain, {Sing.) 59. Oommandment Hymn. One God I must worship supreme, And ne'er before images bow ; I must not speak light of His name, But pay to Him every vow. I'm bound to remember with care The Sabbath so hallowed and pure ; To honor my parents so dear. That my life may the longer endure. I never must steal, nor consent To what is impure or untrue ; I must not indulge discontent, Or covet my neighbor his due. Now help me, O Father in heaven, To keep these commandments with zeal, In the strength that through Jesus is given, To those who are doing Thy will. PRIMARY CLASSBS. 53 {Recite.) FOURTH. COMMANDMENT. Remember the Sabbath day, to keep it holy. Six days shalt thou labour, and do all thy work : but the seventh day is the Sabbath of the Lord thy God : in it thou shalt not do any work, thou, nor thy son, nor thy daughter, thy manservant, nor thy maidservant, nor thy cattle, nor thy stranger that is within thy gates : for in six days the Lord made heaven and earth, the sea, and all that in them is, and rested the seventh day : wherefore the Lord blessed the Sabbath day, and hallowed it. FIFTH COMMANDMENT. Honor thy father and thy mother : that thy days may be long upon the land which the Lord thy God giveth thee. {Sing-.) I'm bound to remember with care, The Sabbath so hallowed and pure ; To honor my parents so dear. That my life may the longer endure. {Recite.) SIXTH COMMANDMENT. Thou shalt not kill. SEVENTH COMMANDMENT. Thou shalt not commit adultery. EIGHTH COMMANDMENT. Thou shalt not steal. NINTH COMMANDMENT. Thou shalt not bear false witness against thy neighbor. 54 HYMNAL FOR TENTH COMMANDMENT. Thou shalt not covet thy neighbour's house, thou shalt not covet thy neighbour's wife, nor his manserv- ant, nor his maidservant, nor his ox, nor his ass, nor anything that is thy neighbour's. (Sing.) I never must steal, nor consent, To what is impure or untrue ; I must not indulge discontent. Or covet my neighbor his due. (J^ecit^.) THE TWO GREAT COMMANDMENTS. Thou shalt love the Lord thy God with all thy heart, and with all thy soul, and with all thy mind, and with all thy strength : this is the first command- ment. And the second is like, namely this. Thou shalt love thy neighbour as thyself. — Mark 12 : 30, 31. (^Sing.) Now help me, O Father in heaven, To keep these commandments with zeal. In the strength that through Jesus is given, To those who are doing Thy will. 60. From sinful words I must refrain ; I must not take God's name in vain I must not work, I must not play. Upon God's holy Sabbath day. And if my parents speak the word, I must obey them in the Lord ; Nor steal, nor lie, nor waste my days In idle tales and foolish plays. PRIMARY CLASSES. 55 The deadly cup while others drink, We'll never, never taste it; It lures us on to ruin's brink, And thousands have confessed it ; Come, boys and girls, the pledge we'll sign, Be temperance sons and daughters ; We'll banish brandy, rum, and wine, And drink the crystal waters. We'll never take God's name in vain. And never will profane it ; The virtuous heart shall ne'er complain Our oaths alarm and pain it ; No words profane our lips shall move, No words untrue defile them ; And swearers we'll entreat in love, And pray for, not revile them. We'll never use the filthy weed We taste at first with loathing. Which pales the cheek all blooming red. And scents the breath and clothing : If we beneath its power should fall, 'Twill prove a cruel master. Around us throws its iron thrall And bind the captive faster. Then come, a war we'll nobly wage With all that would degrade us; The foe may meet us in his rage. But God will surely aid us : No tyrant habit e'er shall sit Enthroned and crowned within us; True life these things but ill befit, 'Tis love divine shall win us. 56 HYMNAL FOB 62. Of all the tints the light looks on, However bright their hue, There's none that speaks of better things Than does the bit of blue. Refrain : — The bonnie bit of blue, my friends, The bonnie bit of blue. It tells of hope, it tells of joy, The bonnie bit of blue. Come, wear the blue — you cannot know The good that you may do. By joining in a noble cause. The Army of the blue. Then wear the blue above the heart That's brave, and warm and true, And never be ashamed to show The bonnie bit of blue. 63. A Recitation. There is a boy (perhaps you know his name) — Who tried to shun the way that leads to shame : The way that tipplers go, and drunkards love, The way uncheered by blessing from above. From jacket front a ribbon blue depends, To show that he and Temperanct are good friends. It is a badge, more worthy to be worn Than many emblems that a prince adorn. A generous leader — Temperance takes great care Of all her followers — precious gifts they share : PRIMARY CLASSES. 57 Health, happy homes , and self-respect ; how true Their wealth, who wear the '■^Bonnie bit of Blue" The " Bonnie bit of Blue " long may it wave, Our girls and boys from Demon Drink to save ! Do you not wear it ? Then begin to now, With which advice, I close, and make my bow. Song. Bonnie bit of blue. [Children waving blue streamers.] 64. In the ways of true temperance see children delight- ing, So joyful and happy wherever we go ; If firm to the purpose in which we're uniting. We shall never be drunkards, Oh, never, oh, no ! Chorus : — Oh, never, oh, never, oh, never, oh, never. We shall never be drunkards, oh, never, oh, no ! The first little drop of strong drink that is taken, Is the first step to ruin, e'en children may know ; If the first little drop be in earnest forsaken. We shall never be drunkards, Oh, never, oh, no ! Then free from the ruin strong drink would occa- sion. We'll stand by our temperance wherever we go. If evil ones tempt, we'll resist their persuasion, And never be drunkards. Oh, never, oh, no ! From Gathered Jewels No. 2, by per. of W. W. Whitney Co. 58 HYMNAL FOR «5. Come children come, join the Temperance band, Now in your day of youth, Dark hang the clouds o'er our native land, Come tight for right and truth. Many the children, weeping to-day, Sorrowing for loved ones now gone. Slain by the cruel tyrant Rum, Leaving their sad ones to mourn. Refrain :— Come children come, join the Temperance fight. Bright gleams our banner to-day, Be not dismayed we are marching in might, Soon will the mist roll away. Children are gathering over the land. Gathering to help fight the foe, Satan is arming his mighty band, To bring our nation low. Then, oh, dear children, drive Rum away, And if you have touched it before. Let not the Tempter, lead you astray. But watch and pray evermore. 66. Don't drink it, boys, don't drink it Put the tempting glass away ; 'Twill surely be your ruin, boys ; Remember what I say ; Now promise from this moment, boys. You'll never drink again : Come out in God's own sunshine, boys. And sign the pledge like men. PRIMARY CLASSES. 59 Don't drink it, boys, don't drink it ; It's the source of every crime ; It biteth like a serpent, boys ; Beware ! be warned in time ; Perchance the voice that warns you now, You'll never hear again ; Come out in God's own sunlight, boys, And sign the pledge like men. Don't drink it, boys, don't drink it ; You will rue it if you do ; Oh ! think how many loving hearts Are praying now for you : Now promise in the fear of God, You'll never drink again ; Come, join the temperance army, boys, And sign the pledge like men. Copyright, 1874, by Hubert P. Main. Used by per. 67. Mourn for the thousands slain. The youthful and the strong ; Mourn for the wine-cup's fearful reign, And the deluded throng. Mourn for the ruined soul — Eternal life and light Lost by the fiery, maddening bowl, And turned to hopeless night. HYMNAL FOR Mourn for the lost — but call, Call to the strong, the free ; Rouse them to shun that dreadful fall, And to the refuge flee. Mourn for the lost — but pray, Pray to our God above, To break the fell destroyer's sway, . And show His saving love. 68. " Wine is a mocker, strong drink is raging : and whosoever is deceived thereby is not wise." — Prov. 20 : i. A PLEDGE we make No wine to take ; Nor brandy red, To turn the head ; Nor whiskey hot, That makes the sot; Nor fiery rum. That ruins home. Nor will we sin. By drinking gin ; Hard cider, too. Will never do ; Nor brewer's beer, Our hearts to cheer. To quench our thirst, we always bring Cold water, from the well or spring ; So here we pledge perpetual hate To all that can intoxicate. PRIMARY CLASSES. 61 69. Away from the dusty highway, Afar from the crowded street, There sparkled a cooHng fountain, Which murmured in music sweet. Duett. — Its melody so enchanting, As through the air it rung, Methought as I staid to listen. That these were the words it sung : Cho. — O come ye and drink of the nectar Which health and prosperity brings. For the foam of the sparkling wine-cup, At last like an adder it stings. Though death and destruction lieth Concealed in the drunkard's bowl, Yet thousands have lost their manhood, And bartered away the soul. Duett. — For a drink of the fiery cordial Which leads to the drunkard's grave, Which maketh the man a demon, And maketh the king a slave. Oh, turn from the path of evil, That seemeth so fair and broad. For, surely, no drunkard ever, Can enter the kingdom of God, Duett. — We'll drink of thy water, sweet fountain. Till, free from contention and strife, We'll dwell in the beautiful Eden, And drink of the river of life. 62 HYMNAL FOR 70. Come all ye little children, And heaken unto me ; While now I teach you all the way, To find true liberty. Cho. — Children ! Children ! Won't you join the band of Temp'rance, Temp'rance, Marching through the land ! With beer, and ale and cider, We'll nothing have to do ; Or brandy, or rum, or whisky. And neither too should you. If you wish to be happy At home and full of cheer ; You must banish all the brandy, And wine, and gin, and beer. For those who early learn to drink. Can never happy be ; But walk the way that leads to death, And endless misery. To touch not, taste not, handle not, Must ever be our rule ; And this we all are learning, In our dear Sabbath-school. PRIMARY CLASSES. 63 And God who lives in heaven, Is ever pleased to see ; Our efforts to lead others, To walk in wisdom's way. Copyright, 1896, by E. Revere. Note. — Gather the children around the platform who are about to take the pledge. Have them re- peat the pledge in concert, then pin a badge upon each child's bosom. Sing the Temperance Hymn. Explain the pledge, and march the children to sign their names in the book. Give also each child a card pledge to keep. 71. Touch not the cup it is death to thy soul, Touch not the cup, touch not the cup. Many I know who have quaffed from that bowl, Touch not the cup, touch it not. Little they thought that the demon was there Blindly they drank and were caught in the snare, Then of that death dealing bowl, oh beware ; Touch not the cup, touch it not. Touch not the cup when the wine glistens bright, Touch not the cup, touch not the cup. Though like the ruby it shines in the light, Touch not the cup, touch it not. Fangs of the serpent, are hid in the bowl, Deeply the poison may enter thy soul. Soon will it plunge thee beyond thy control, Touch not the cup, touch it not. 64 HYMNAL FOB Touch not the cup, oh, do not drink a drop, Touch not the cup, touch not the cup, All that thou lovest entreat thee to stop. Touch not the cup, touch it not. Stop ! for the home that to thee is so dear. Stop ! for the friends that to thee, are so near, Stop ! for thy country in trembling and fear. Touch not the cup, touch it not. 72. We are coming, we are coming. Make us room throughout the land ; Children strong, and happy children, Who have joined the Temperance Band. We have promised not to handle. Touch or taste the cup of woe ; We will fight with God against it, This our country's deadliest foe. If our fathers and our mothers Drink, they know not what they do ; We are taught a better lesson, And we'll heed it brave and true. If we never learn to love it. Grown to women and to men ; Older, stronger, nobler, purer. We shall never want it then. 73. I PROMISE Thee, sweet Lord, that I Will never cloud the light Which shines from Thee within my soul. And makes my reason bright ; PRIMARY CLASSES. Nor ever will I lose the power To serve Thee by my will, Which Thou hast set within nay heart, Thy precepts to fulfill. Oh, let me drink as Adam drank, Before from Thee he fell, Oh, let me drink as Thou, dear Lord, When faint by Sychar's well, That from my childhood, pure from sin Of drink and drunken strife. By the clear fountains, I may rest, Of everlasting life. 74. Do unto others what we would expect. They should do unto us, never neglect Each other's grief to share, and we shall gain Kindness and pity when we are in pain. Let all our actions be guided by love. This is the law of God, sent from above, And if we daily try, with all our might. We with His help can do, just what is right. Jesus our loving Lord gave us this text. Love first thy God in heav'n, thy neighbor next, So shall earth's kingdom be like that above, Love is the law of God, for God is love. 5 75. 70. HYMNAL FOB Little children love each other, Is the blessed Saviour's rule, Ev'ry little one is brother, To his mates in Sabbath-school. We're all children of one Father, The great God who lives above, Shall we quarrel ? no, much rather. We would be like Him, all love. Selfish children's bad behavior. Shows they love themselves alone. But the children of the Saviour, Say not anything is their own. All they have, they share with others, Give kind looks and gentle words,^ Thus they live like happy brothers. And are known to be the Lord's. To do to others as I would That they should do to me. Will make me honest, kind and good, As children ought to be. I know I should not steal nor use The smallest thing I see. Which I should never like to lose If it belonged to me. And this plain rule forbids me quite To strike an angry blow, Because I should not think it right If others served me so. But any kindness they may need I'll do, whate'er it be ; As I am very glad indeed When they are kind to me. 77. PRIMARY CLASSES. Oh, the sweet, sweet words of Jesus, Silver, silver bells ! Listen, children, for their music Wondrous tidings tells ; How to make this world of ours Blossom as the rose ; How a child may carry sunshine Wheresoe'er it goes. " Little children, love each other," This is one sweet chime ; Then a little longer message Comes another time. Do you know it ? " Do to others As ye would that they Should do unto you," comes sounding Through your work and play. Let the sweet, sweet bells of Jesus Ring through all your life ; They shall soothe its ev'ry trouble. Calm its ev'ry strife. Oh, the sweet, sweet words of Jesus, Silver, silver bells ! Listen, children, for their music Wondrous tidings tells. 78. Our Heav'nly King, from His throne above, Sends down to us His law of Love, A silken cord our hearts to bind. In brotherhood with all mankind. HYMNAL FOR A silken cord our hearts to raise, To Him who merits all our praise, A silken cord our hearts to raise, To Him who merits all our praise. Our Heav'nly King, from His throne above, Sends down to us His law of Love, Like perfume from the fragrant flow'r. Will be our lives beneath its power. Yes, like the fragrant flow'rs perfume. That gladdens all within its room. Yes, like the fragrant flow'rs perfume. That gladdens all within its room. Our Heav'nly King, from His throne above, Sends down to us His law of Love : A royal law from the King's own hand, A message kind from Fatherland. The King's own children day by day, Best honor Him, who best obey, The King's own children day by day, Best honor Him, who best obey. 79. God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life. — John 3 : 16. A new commandment I give unto you, That ye love one another. — John 13 : 34. My little children, let us not love in word, neither in tongue ; but in deed and in truth. — I John 3 : 18. PRIMARY CLASSES. 69 LOVE. 1. Charity sufifereth long and is kind; — 2. Charity envieth not. 3. Charity vaunteth not itself, is not puffed up. 4. Doth not behave itself unseemly. 5. Seeketh not her own. 6. Is not easily provoked. 7. Thinketh no evil. 8. Rejoiceth not in inquity, but rejoiceth in the truth. 9. Beareth all things. 10. Believeth all things. 11. Hopeth all things, endureth all things. 12. Charity never faileth. — i Cor. 13 : 4-8. Now abideth faith, hope, charity, these three ; but the greatest of these is charity. — i COR. 13 : 13. Reprinted by per. from " The Pansy." 80. There is beauty all around, "When there's love at home ; There is joy in ev'ry sound, "When there's love at home. Peace and plenty here abide, Smiling sweet on ev'ry side ; Time doth softly, sweetly glide, "When there's love at home, Love at home. Love at home, Time doth softly, sweetly glide, "When there's love at home. 70 HYMNAL FOR In the cottage there is joy, When there's love at home ; Hate and envy ne'er annoy, When there's love at home. Roses blossom 'neath our feet. All the earth's a garden sweet, Making life a bliss complete. When there's love at home. Love at home, Love at home, Making life a bliss complete. When there's love at home. Kindly heaven smiles above, When there's love at home ; All the earth is filled vi'ith love. When there's love at home. Sweeter sings the brooklet by. Brighter beams the azure sky : Oh, there's One who smiles on high, When there's love at home. Love at home, Love at home, ' Oh, there's One who smiles on high, When there's love at home. Jesus, show Thy mercy mine. Then there's love at home ; Sweetly whisper I am Thine, Then there's love at home. Source of love, Thy cheering light Far exceeds the sun so bright — Can dispel the gloom of night ; Then there's love at home. Love at home, Love at home. Can dispel the gloom of night, Then there's love at home. Used by per, of O. Ditson Co., owners of copyright. 81. 82. PRIMARY CLASSES. 71 Words are things of little cost, Quickly spoken, quickly lost; We forget them ; but they stand Witnesses at God's right hand. And their testimonies bear, For us or against us there. Oh, how often ours have been Idle words and words of sin. Words of anger, scorn, or pride, Or deceit, or faults to hide, Envious tales, or strife unkind. Leaving bitter thoughts behind ! Grant us, Lord, from day to day, Strength to watch and grace to pray ; May our lips, from sin kept free, Love to speak and sing of Thee — Till in heav'n we learn to raise Hymns of everlasting praise. One step and then another, And the longest walk is ended ; One stitch and then another, And the largest rent is mended. One brick upon another. And the highest wall is made. One flake upon another, And the deepest snow is laid. 72 HYMNAL FOR Then do not look disheartened On the work you have to do, And say that such a mighty task You never can get through. But just endeavor day by day, Another point to gain. And soon the mountain which you fear Will prove to be a plain. Rome was not builded in a day, The ancient proverb teaches ; And nature by her trees and flowers. The same sweet lesson preaches. Think not of far-off duties, But of duties which are near. And having once begun to work, Resolve to persevere. 83. Here's a lesson all should heed. Try again, try again ; If at first you don't succeed. Try, oh, try again. Let your courage well appear, Only persevere, You will conquer, never fear, Try, oh, try again. Chorus. — Here's a lesson all should heed, Try again, try again ; If at first you don't succeed, Try, oh, try again. 84. PRIMARY CLASSES. 73 Twice or thrice, tho' you should fail, Try again, try again ; If at last you would prevail, Try, oh, try again. "When you strive there's no disgrace. Though you fail to win, Bravely then in such a case, Try, oh, try again. Let the thing be e'er so hard. Try again, try again ; Time will surely bring reward, Try, oh, try again. That which other folks can do. Why may not you ? Why with patience may not you? Try, oh, try again. Never be afraid to speak for Jesus, Think how much a word can do ; Never be afraid to own your Saviour, He, who loves and cares for you. Cho. — Never be afraid, never be afraid, Never, never, never, Jesus is your loving Saviour, Therefore never be afraid. Never be afraid to work for Jesus, In His vineyard day by day ; Labor with a kind and willing spirit, He will all your toil repay. 74 HYMNAL FOR Never be afraid to bear for Jesus, Keen reproaches when they fall ; Patiently endure your ev'ry trial, Jesus meekly bore them all. Copyright, 1883, Biglow & Main, used by permission. 85. ~ I WAS but a little lamb From the Shepherd straying. When I heard within my heart Some One softly saying : — Chorus : — " Follow Me, follow Me, I will safely guide thee Through the stormy ways of life, Walking with thee." Into danger I would go But for His protection ; I should miss of heaven, I know, But for this direction : — Never turning from that voice, Never disobeying. Let me know that unto me Christ is always saying : — Early to His loving care Shall my heart be given, For each step I take with Him Brings me nearer heaven. Chorus for last verse. " Follow Me, follow Me," Is the Saviour saying Unto ev'ry little lamb Straying away. 86. PRIMARY CLASSES. 75 Whene'er you see a schoolboy Who climbs the orchard fence. Or sneaks around the corner To steal the apple and quince. Refrain Tell him to halt ! tell him to halt ! Whatever may be his fault. Tell him to halt ! tell him to halt ! Whatever may be his fault ; Play up the little Captain, The brave and gallant Captain, And tell him to halt ! Halt! halt! halt! Whene'er you see him loafing. Who ought to be at school. Or playing the idle truant Against the teacher's rule. Whene'er you see him fighting. Or brawling in the street, Or playing the schoolboy bully, The meanest thing you meet. Wliene'er you hear him swearing, Or saying the naughty word, Or telling a lie or tattling Of something he has heard. Don't let the devil lead him In ways of burning shame, Speak up, ye gallant Captain, And call him by his name. HYMNAL FOR But when you see him doing The thing he ought to do, And when you hear him speaking, The word so good and true. For last stanza. Tell him to march ! tell him to march ! Right under the Christian arch. Tell him to march ! tell him to march ! Right under the Christian arch ; Play up the little Captain, The brave and gallant Captain, And tell him to march ! March ! march ! march ! Used by permission of Dr. H. R. Palmer, owner of copyright. 87, My soul, be on thy guard ; Ten thousand foes arise, And hosts of sin are pressing hard To draw thee from the skies. Oh, watch and fight and pray. The battle ne'er give o'er; Renew it boldly ev'ry day, And help divine implore. Ne'er think the victory won, Nor once at ease sit down ; Thine arduous work will not be done Till thou hast got thy crown. PRIMARY CLASSES. Tl 88. Yield not to temptation, For yielding is sin, Each victory will help you Some other to win ; Fight manfully onward, Dark passion subdue. Look ever to Jesus, He'll carry you through. Chorus, — Ask the Saviour to help you, Comfort, strengthen, and keep you ; He is willing to aid you. He will carry you through. Shun evil companions, Bad language disdain, God's name hold in reverence, Nor take it in vain ; Be thoughtful and earnest. Kind hearted and true, Look ever to Jesus, He'll carry you through. To him that o'ercometh God giveth a crown. Through faith we shall conquer, Though often cast down ; He who is our Saviour, Our strength will renew. Look ever to Jesus, He'll carry you through. Used by permission of Dr. H. R. Palmer, owner of copyright. 78 HYMNAL FOB 89. As the soft, departing rays Of the sun fade in the west, Hear, O Lord, our hymn of praise, For this holy day of rest. Through our lives may we retain The blest lessons we have heard. And in sorrow, sin or pain. Teach us to turn to Thy Word. When our journey here is o'er, May our souls in heaven awake, Safely on the shining shore. And all we ask for Jesus' sake. Amen. 90. Softly whisper, softly speak, Little children, still and meek; Hush and listen, do not play, Hear what Teacher has to say. When we sing, and when we pray, When from sin we turn away ; When our hearts to Jesus rise, Jesus answers from the skies. Father, Spirit, now would we With our spirits worship Thee ; Thine own Spirit may we share, Love and serve Thee everywhere. 91 PRIMARY CLASSES. 79 I. I BELIEVE in God the Father (Raise the right hand.) Who made the Heaven and earth, (Both hands raised and then pointing down.) The sea, and all that is therein ; (Moving the hands like water.) In Him we have our birth. (Cross hands on the breast.) The Sun, and Moon, the Stars and sky (Raise hands and twinkle with fingers.) Were made by Hira above, In prayer we lift our hearts to Him (Place the hands together as in prayer, and look up.) And trust in His great love. I believe in Christ the Saviour, (Raise both hands.) The blessed Son of God ; Who came on earth to save us, (Lowar the hands slowly.) And shed His precious blood. To take from us all sin and woe, Upon the cross He died, (Raise both hands palms out, as though nailed to cross.) That all our sins might be forgiven, (Hand on heart.) Our Lord was crucified. 1 believe in God the Spirit, (Raise the hand, pointing up.) Sent to us from on high. Who by His grace, renews our hearts (Hand on the heart.) 80 HYMNAL FOR And hears our humble cry. Dear Father ! help us day by day (Hands together as in prayer.) To grow in faith and love, That we at last may dwell with Thee In Thy blest home above. (Look up and raise hands to Heaven.) Copyright, 1896, by E. Revere. 92. Saviour ! when in dust to Thee Low we bow th' adoring knee ; When, repentant, to the skies Scarce we lift our streaming eyes, — Oh ! by all Thy pain and woe, Suffered once for man below. Bending from Thy throne on high. Hear our solemn litany. By Thy birth and early years, By Thy human griefs and fears. By Thy fasting and distress In the lonely wilderness. By Thy victory in the hour Of the subtle tempter's power, — Jesus ! look with pitying eye ; Hear our solemn litany. By Thy conflict with despair, By Thine agony of prayer. By Thy purple robe of scorn. By Thy wounds, Thy crown of thorn. By Thy cross, Thy pangs and cries. By Thy perfect sacrifice, — Jesus ! look with pitying eye ; Hear our solemn litany. 93. 94. 95. PRIMARY CLASSES. 81 Now I lay me down to sleep, I pray Thee, Lord, my soul to keep : If I should die before I wake, I pray Thee, Lord, my soul to take. Jesus, Saviour, pity me. Hear me when I cry to Thee ; I've a very wicked heart. Full of sin in ev'ry part. I can never make it good ; Wilt Thou wash me in Thy blood ? Jesus, Saviour, pity me. Hear me when I pray to Thee. When I try to do Thy will. Sin is in my bosom still, And I soon do something bad ; Then my heart is dark and sad. Now I come to Thee for aid. All my hope on Thee is stayed ; Thou hast bled and died for me, I will give myself to Thee. When daily I kneel down to pray. As I am taught to do, God does not care for what I say. Unless I feel it, too. 6 HYMNAL FOB Yet foolish thoughts my heart beguile. And when I pray or sing, , I'm often thinking all the while About some other thing. Oh, let me never, never dare To act a trifler's part. Or think that God will hear a prayer That comes not from the heart. But if I make His ways my choice, As holy children do. Then while I seek Him with my voice, My heart will love Him too. 96. Lord Jesus, I long to be perfectly whole ; I want Thee for ever to live in my soul ; Break down ev'ry idol, cast out ev'ry foe ; Now wash me, and I shall be whiter than snow. Chorus : Whiter than snow, yes, whiter than snow ; Now wash me, and I shall be whiter than snow. Lord Jesus, look down from Thy throne in the skies, And help me !o make a complete sacrifice; I give up my:^jf, and whatever I know; Now wash me, and I shall be whiter than snow. Dear Jesus, for this I most humbly entreat; I wait, blessed Lord, at Thy crucified feet; By faith, for my cleansing, I see Thy blood flow ; Now wash me, and I shall be whiter than snow. Used by arrangement with W. G. Fischer, owner of the copy- right. 97, 98. PRIMARY CLASSES. 83 A SINNER, Lord, behold I stand. In thought and word and deed ; But Jesus sits at thy right hand, For such to intercede. From early infancy, I know, A rebel I have been; And daily as I older grow, I fear I grow in sin. But God can change this evil heart, And give a holy mind, And His own heavenly grace impart, Which those who seek shall find. Then let me all my sins confess. And pardoning grace implore, That I may learn Thy righteousness, And love my Saviour more. Into her chamber went A little child one day, And by her chair she knelt. And thus began to pray : Jesus, my eyes are closed. Thy form I cannot see — If Thou art near me. Lord, Wilt Thou not speak to me ? I pray Thee, Lord, she said, That Thou wilt condescend To stay within my heart, And ever be my Friend ; 84 HYMNAL FOR The path of life looks dark — I would not go astray ; Oh, let me have Thy hand To lead me in the way. Words used by permission of Fletcher Osgood, owner of copy- right. 99. Almighty God, Thy piercing eye Strikes through the shades of night, And our most secret actions lie All open to Thy sight. There's not a sin that we commit, Nor wicked word we say, But in Thy dreadful book 'tis writ Against the judgment day. Lord, at Thy feet ashamed I lie, Upward I dare not look ; Pardon my sins before I die. And blot them from Thy book. Remember all the dying pains That my Redeemer felt, And let His blood wash out my stains And answer for my guilt. 100. Nearer, my God, to Thee, Nearer to Thee ! E'en though it be a cross That raiseth me ; Still all my song shall be Nearer, my God, to Thee, Nearer to Thee. PRIMARY CLASSES. 86 Though like a wanderer, The sun gone down, Darkness be over me, My rest a stone ; Yet in my dreams I'd be Nearer, my God, to Thee, Nearer to Thee ! There let the way appear Steps unto heaven ; All that Thou sendest me In mercy given; Angels to beckon me Nearer, my God, to Thee, Nearer to Thee ! Then, with my waking thoughts Bright with Thy praise, Out of my stony griefs Bethels I'll raise; So by my woes to be Nearer, my God, to Thee, Nearer to Thee ! Or, if on joyful wing, Cleaving the sky, Sun, moon and stars forgot, Upward I fly, Still all my song shall be Nearer, my God, to Thee, Nearer to Thee ! 86 HYMNAL FOR 101. Our Father who in Heaven art, All hallowed be Thy name : Thy will be done on earth in love, As 'tis in heaven the same : Give us this day our daily bread, That we on earth may live ; And teach us to forgive all ill ; As Thou dost pardon give ; Help us when tempted to resist, All aid must come from Thee ; For Thine the kingdom and the power, And glory evermore shall be. Amen. Copyright, 1896, by E. Revere. 102. Our Father, which art in heaven, | hallowed | be Thy name: II Thy kingdom come, Thy will be done on | earth, as it I is in heaven. II Give us this | day our | daily | bread ;|| And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive | them that I trespass a- | gainst us.|| And lead us not into temptation, but de- | liver | us from I evil ; || For Thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, for | ever. | Amen,|| 103. Jesus, tender Shepherd, hear me. Bless Thy little lamb to-night ; Through the darkness be Thou near me, Keep me safe till morning light. PRIMARY CLASSES. 87 All this day Thy hand hath led me, And I thank Thee for Thy care; Thou hast clothed me, warmed me, fed me. — Listen to my evening prayer. Let my sins be all forgiven ; Bless the friends I love so well ; Take me, when I die, to heaven, Happy there with Thee to dwell. Amen. 104. God is in Heaven, can He hear A feeble prayer like mine? Yes, little child, thou need'st not fear. He listeneth to thine. God is in Heaven, can He see When I am doing wrong ? Yes, that He can, He looks at thee, All day and all night long. God is in Heaven, would He know If I should tell a lie ? Yes, if thou saidst it very low. He'd hear it in the sky. God is in Heaven, can I go To thank Him for His care ? Not yet, but love Him here below, And thou shalt praise Him there. Repeat after ist verse, — " I love them that love me ; and those that seek me early shall find me." — Prov. 8 : 17. 88 HYMNAL FOB Repeat after 2d verse. — " The eyes of the Lord are in every place." — Prov. 15: 3. Repeat after ^d verse. — «* Lying lips are abomination to the Lord." — Prov. 12: 22. Repeat after 4th verse. — " If ye love me, keep my commandments." — John 14: 15. 105. Jesus, lover of my soul, Let me to Thy bosom fly, While the nearer waters roll, While the tempest still is high. Hide me, O my Saviour, hide. Till the storm of life is past ; Safe into the haven guide, Oh, receive my soul at last. Other refuge have I none. Hangs my helpless soul on Thee; Leave, oh ! leave me not alone, Still support and comfort me. All my trust on Thee is stayed. All my help from Thee I bring ; Cover my defenceless head With the shadow of Thy wing. Plenteous grace with Thee is found, Grace to pardon all my sin ; Let the healing streams abound. Make and keep me pure within. 106. 107. PRIMARY CLASSES. Thou of life the fountain art, Freely let me take of Thee ; Spring Thou up within my heart, Rise to all eternity. The morning bright with rosy light, Has waked me from my sleep ; Father, I own Thy love alone Thy little one doth keep. All through the day I humbly pray. Be Thou my guard and guide ; My sins forgive, and let me live, Blest Jesus near Thy side. Oh, make Thy rest within my breast, Great Spirit of all grace; Make me like Thee, then shall I be Prepared to see Thy face. I LOVE Thee, Jesus, Oh, be my friend ; Watch me, and guide me To my life's end. Jesus, my Saviour, Dwell in my heart, And never let me From Thee depart. 90 HYMNAL FOR Keep me, dear Saviour, True to Thy ways ; Tune my voice sweetly. To sing Thy praise. When it shall please Thee Call me above, Let me forever Dwell in Thy love. Copyright, 1896, E. Revere. 108, Come, Holy Spirit, heavenly Dove, With all Thy quickening powers, Kindle a flame of sacred love In these cold hearts of ours. Look, how we grovel here below, Fond of these trifling toys ! Our souls can neither fly nor go, To reach eternal joys. In vain we tune our lifeless songs. In vain we strive to rise ; Hosannas languish on our tongues. And our devotion dies. Come, Holy Spirit, heavenly Dove, With all Thy quickening powers Come, shed abroad a Saviour's love. And that shall kindle ours. 109. He's come ! let ev'ry knee be bent. All hearts new joy resume ; Sing, ye redeemed, with one consent, " The Comforter is come." no. PRIMARY CLASSES. 91 What greater gift, what greater love, Could God on man bestow ? Angels for this rejoice above ; Let man rejoice below. Hail, blessed Spirit ! may each soul Thy sacred influence feel ; Do Thou each sinful thought control, And fix our wavering zeal. Thou to the conscience dost convey Those checks which we should know ; Thy motions point to us the way; Thou givest us strength to go. Holy Ghost, with light divine Shine upon this heart of mine ; Chase the shades of night away, Turn the darkness into day. Holy Ghost, with power divine Cleanse this guilty heart of mine; Long has sin, without control. Held dominion o'er my soul. Holy Ghost, with joy divine Cheer this saddened heart of mine Bid my many woes depart. Heal my wounded, bleeding heart. Holy Spirit, all divine. Dwell within this heart of mine ; Cast down ev'ry idol throne — Reign supreme, and reign alone. 111. 112, HYMNAL FOR There is a happy land, Far, far away, Where saints in glory stand, Bright, bright as day. Oh, how they sweetly sing, •* Worthy is our Saviour King; " Loud let His praises ring, Praise, praise for aye. Come to that happy land. Come, come away. Why will ye doubting stand, Why still delay? Oh, we shall happy be. When, from sin and sorrow free, Lord, we shall dwell with Thee, Blest, blest for aye. Bright, in that happy land, Beams ev'ry eye: Kept by a Father's hand. Love cannot die. Oh, then to glory run ; Be a crown and kingdom won; And bright, above the sun, We'll reign for aye. I WANT to be an angel. And with the angels stand, A crown upon my forehead, A harp within my hand ; PRIMARY CLASSES. There, right before my Saviour, So glorious and so bright, I'd wake the sweetest music, And praise Him day and night. I never should be weary, Nor ever shed a tear. Nor ever know a sorrow, Nor ever feel a fear; But blessed, pure and holy, I'd dwell in Jesus' sight. And with ten thousand thousands Praise Him both day and night. I know I'm weak and sinful. But Jesus will forgive ; For many little children Have gone to Heaven to live. Dear Saviour, when I languish. And lay me down to die, Oh, send a shining angel To bear me to the sky. Oh, there I'll be an angel. And with the angels stand, A crown upon my forehead, A harp within my hand ; And there before my Saviour, So glorious and so bright, I'll join the heavenly music, And praise Him day and night. 94 HYMNAL FOB 113. Safe in the arms of Jesus, Safe on His gentle breast, There by His love o'ershaded, Sweetly my soul shall rest. Hark ! 'tis the voice of angels, Born in a song to me. Over the fields of glory. Over the jasper sea. Cho. — Safe in the arms of Jesus, Safe on His gentle breast, There by His love o'ershaded. Sweetly my soul shall rest. Safe in the arms of Jesus, Safe from corroding care. Safe from the world's temptations. Sin cannot harm me there. Free from the blight of sorrow. Free from my doubts and fears ; Only a few more trials, Only a few more tears. Jesus, my heart's dear refuge, Jesus has died for me ; Firm on the Rock of Ages, Ever my trust shall be. Here let me wait with patience. Wait till the night is o'er; "Wait till I see the morning Break on the golden shore. Copyright, 1870, by W. H. Doanc, used by per. PRIMARY CLASSES. 95 114. There's a land that is fairer than day, And by faith we can see it afar ; For the Father waits over the way, To prepare us a dwelling place there. Chorus : — In the sweet by-and-by. We shall meet on that beautiful shore, In the sweet by-and-by, We shall meet on that beautiful shore. We shall sing on that beautiful shore. The melodious songs of the blest, And our spirits shall sorrow no more, Not a sigh for the blessing of rest. To our bountiful Father above. We will offer our tribute of praise. For the glorious gift of His love, And the blessings that hallow our days. Used by arrangement with Oliver Ditson Co., owners of the copyright. 116. Around the throne of God in heaven Thousands of children stand, — Children whose sins are all forgiven, A holy, happy band, Singing glory, glory, glory be to God on high. 96 HYMNAL FOR In flowing robes of spotless white See ev'ryone arrayed, Dwelling in everlasting light And joys that never fade, Singing, etc. What brought them to that world above, That heaven so bright and fair, Where all is joy and peace and love ? How came those children there ? Singing, etc. Because the Saviour shed His blood To wash away their sin ; Bathed in that pure and precious flood, Behold them white and clean, Singing, etc. On earth they sought the Saviour's grace, On earth they loved His name ; So now they see His precious face, And stand before the Lamb, Singing, etc. 116. Over the ocean wave, far, far away. There the poor heathen live, waiting for day; Groping in ignorance, dark as the night. No blessed Bible to give them the light. Chorus :- Pity them, pity them, Christians at home. Haste with the bread of life, hasten and come. PRIMARY CLASSES. 97 Here in this happy land we have the light Shining from God's own word, free, pure, and bright ; Shall we not send to them Bibles to read, Teachers, and preachers, and all that they need ? Then, while the mission ships glad tidings bring, List ! as that heathen band joyfully sing, " Over the ocean wave, oh, see them come. Bringing the bread of life, guiding us home." Copyright, 1883, by Biglow & Main, used by permission. 117. Throw out the Life-Line across the dark wave, There is a brother whom some one should save ; Somebody's brother ! oh, who then, will dare To throw out the Life-Line, his peril to share? Chorus : — Throw out the Life-Line ! Throw out the Life-Line ! Some one is drifting away; Throw out the Life-Line ! Throw out the Life-Line ! Some one is sinking to-day. Throw out the Life-Line with hand quick and strong : Why do you tarry, why linger, so long? See I he is sinking; oh, hasten to-day — And out with the Life-Boat ! away, then, away ! Throw out the Life-Line to danger-fraught men, Sinking in anguish where you've never been : Winds of temptation and billows of woe Will soon hurl them out where the dark waters flow. 7 98 nYMNAL FOR Soon will the season of rescue be o'er, Soon will they drift to eternity's shore, Haste then, my brother, no time for delay. But throw out the Life-Line and save them to-day. Copyright, 1890, by Biglow & Main, used by permission. 118. I'VE thought of little children, Far off in heathen lands, Taught how to worship idols And suffer at their hands. I've heard them tell how mothers Would take their children dear, And cast them in the water, Without a falling tear. I've thought of little children, Far off in heathen lands, Taught how to worship idols And suffer at their hands. I'm told they have no Bible — No holy Sabbath day : No teacher, friend, disciple. To teach them how to pray. I'm told that they are ready To hear the gospel sound. And I must give my penny. To send it all around, I've thought of little children, Far off in heathen lands. Taught how to worship idols And suffer at their hands. 119. PRIMARY CLA8SE8. I'm happy here, in concert With other children dear, To send my offerings onward, To place a Bible there. And may some friendly teacher, With Bible in his hand, Be unto them a leader To Canaan's happy land. I've thought of little children, Far off in heathen lands, Taught how to worship idols And suffer at their hands. Little builders all are we, Builders for eternity, Children of the mission bands Working with our hearts and hands. Building temples for our King By the offerings we bring; Living temples He doth raise, Filled with life, and light, and praise. One by one the stones we lay. Building slowly day by day. Building by our love are we In the lands beyond the sea. Building by each thought and prayer. For the souls that suffer there ; Building in the Hindoo land, Where the idols are as sand. 100 HYMNAL FOB Building in Pacific Isles, 'Mid ruins wrought by Satan's wiles, Building with our Father king "While our lips His praises sing. And one day our eyes shall see In a glad eternity ; Living stones, we helped to bring. For the palace of our King. 120, I HEAR the voices of children Calling from over the seas ; The wail of their pleading accents Comes borne upon ev'ry breeze. And what are the children saying, Away in those heathen lands, As they plaintively lift their voices. And eagerly stretch their hands ? Refrain : — Oh, listen ! oh, listen ! Oh, hear the children's cry ! ' We grope in the midst of darkness — With none who can guide aright ! Oh, share with us. Christian children, A spark of your living light ! " This, this is the plaintive burden Borne hitherward on the breeze ; These, these are the words they are saying, Those children beyond the seas! PRIMARY CLASSES. 101 121. Go forth, ye heralds ! in My name ; Sweetly the gospel trumpet sound ; The glorious jubilee proclaim, Where'er the human race is found. The joyful news to all impart. And teach them where salvation lies; With care bind up the broken heart, And wipe the tears from weeping eyes. Be wise as serpents, where you go, But harmless as the peaceful dove ; And let your heaven-taught conduct show That you're commissioned from above. Freely from Me ye have received, Freely, in love, to others give ; Thus shall your doctrines be believed. And, by your labors, sinners live. 122. I AM but a penny. From a little hand. Can I bear glad tidings Over all the land ? Youthful love goes with me, So a penny's blest ; God's love joined with children*: Will do all the rest. Chorus : — Dropping, dropping, dropping. Hear us as we fall ; Crowding in the mite-chest. Offerings great and small. 102 HYMNAL FOR I'm a piece of silver, Worth ten cents they say, Well that boy worked for me, Giving up his play, Digging in the garden, Though he longed to run Where his young companions Joined in boyish fun. I'm a silver quarter, Little stitches neat, And full many an errand Run by childish feet, Earned me very bravely; Little girls can do Noble work for missions. When they're good and true. I'm a bright gold dollar, Ah ! the child who died Loved me 'mid her treasures, More than all beside ; One sad, mourning mother Held me very dear. And my bright face glistens With her parting tear. Surely God will bless us, As we gently fall ; Many prayers rise upward, For His help they call; Till we form together Such a mighty band, As to bear salvation Over all the land. 123. PRIMARY CLASSES. 103 Far out upon the prairie How many children dwell, Who never read the Bible, Or hear the Sabbath bell ; And when the holy morning Wakes us to sing and pray, They spend the precious moments In idleness and play. Chorus : — Far out upon the prairie How many children dwell, Who never read the Bible, Or hear the Sabbath bell. For they have no kind pastor, Whose loving words have told Of Jesus, the good Shepherd, And called them to His fold; No Sabbath-school inviting Its pleasant doors within. No teacher's voice entreating To leave the way of sin. I wish that I could tell them How Jesus came to die. When He for little children Left His bright throne on high; And all the sad, sad story Of sorrow which He bore. When for His crown of glory A crown of thorns He wore. 104 HYMNAL FOR And so each morn and evening, Whene'er I kneel in prayer, I'll ask the gracious Saviour To send His gospel there ; That in the glorious city In which He dwells above, We all may sing together Of His redeeming love. 124. Have you ever brought a penny to the missionary box — A penny which you might have spent like other lit- tle folks ? When it falls among the rest, have you ever heard a ring Like a pleasant sound of welcome which the other pennies sing? This is missionary music, and it has a pleasant sound, For pennies make a shilling, and the shillings make a pound ; And many pounds together the Gospel news will send; Which will tell the distant heathen that the Saviour is their Friend. Oh ! what happy, joyous music is the missionary song, When it seems to come from ev'ry heart, and sounds from ev'ry tongue ; When happy Christian little ones all sing with one accord Of the time when realms of darkness shall be king- doms of the Lord ! PRIMARY CLASSES. 105 Oh, but sweeter far than all which Jesus dearly loves to hear, Are children's voices when they breathe a missionary prayer ; And many a one from distant lands will reach his Heavenly home In answer to the children's prayer, " O Lord, Thy Kingdom come." Then, missionary children, let this music never cease ; Work on, work on in earnest for the Lord, the Prince of Peace, There is praying work and paying work for every heart and hand. Till the Missionary chorus shall go forth through all the land. 125. I AM a little Hindoo girl, Of Jesus never heard ; Oh, pity me, dear Christian child, Oh, send to me His word. Oh, pity me, for I have grief So great I cannot tell. And say if truly there's a heaven. Where such as I can dwell. That pleading voice was borne across The rolling ocean wide, Forthwith the children touched with love. Of Him who bled and died. Said, here's our money, little girl, To buy God's word for you ; We wish 'twere more, a thousand fold. And you should have it too. HYMNAL FOR We've heard of Jesus, and we know The way of life full well ; Let children come to Me, He said, And they shall with Me dwell. Ever with Him, with hearts renewed. And badness all forgiven ; For He who never fails has said. Of such the realm of heaven. We'll speed the gospel o'er the earth, To each dear child so sad ; If one soul saved gives angels joy. Then will all heaven be glad. And when at last we reach the shore, Where sorrow is unknown, We hope to greet thee, Hindoo girl. Safe, safe before the throne. 126. Should you wish to be told the best use of a penny, I'll tell you a way that is better than any ; Not on apples, or cakes, or playthings to spend it, But over the seas to the heathen to send it ; . Come, listen to me, and I'll tell, if you please, Of some poor little children far over the seas. Their color is dark, for our God made them thus. But He made them with bodies and feelings like us ; A soul too, that never will die has been given. And there's room for these children with Jesus in heaven ; But who will now tell of such good things as these, To the poor little heathen far over the seas. PRIMARY CLASSES. 107 Oh, think then of this, when a penny is given, 'Twill help a poor child on his way home to heaven ; Then give it to Jesus, and He will approve, Nor scorn e'en the mite, if 'tis offered in love ; And oh, when in prayer you to Him bend your knees. Remember the children far over the seas. 127. Hear the pennies dropping, Listen while they fall, Ev'ry one for Jesus, He will get them all. Refrain. (Clap hands.) Dropping, dropping, dropping, dropping, Hear the pennies fall ; Ev'ry one for Jesus, — He will get them all. Dropping, dropping ever, From each little hand, 'Tis our gift to Jesus, From His little band. Now, while we are little, Pennies are our store, But, when we are older. Lord, we'll give Thee more. Though we have not money, We can give Him love. He will own our offering, Smiling from above. From Dew Drops, by permission of John J. Hood. 108 HYMNAL FOR 128. Oh, send forth the Bible, more precious than gold ! Let no one presume, the best gift to withhold ; It speaks to all nations in language so plain That he who will read it, true wisdom may gain. It points us to heaven, where the righteous will go, It warns us to shun the dark regions of woe : It shows us the evil and dangers of sin, And opens a fountain for cleansing within. It tells us of one who is mighty to save, Who died on the cross, and arose from the grave ; Who dwelleth on high, in that holy abode. Interceding for man with a pardoning God. It tells us that all will awake from the tomb, Bid sinners reflect on a judgment to come ; It tells us that mansions of bliss are prepared, The hope of believers, — their glorious reward. Oh, who would neglect such a volume as this That warns us from danger, invites us to bliss ? Send forth the blest Bible, earth's regions around, Wherever the footsteps of man shall be found. 129. Sing a song of jugs to-night, Nickel, dime and penny, When we count the nickels o'er We hope there will be many. Cho. — Jingle ! jingle ! jingle ! jugs, See the money flying Hurrah ! hurrah ! for ev'ry one, Who's for missions trying. PRIMARY CLASSES. 109 We have worked like busy bees When they gather honey, And we thank our friends to-night For all their help and money. Break the jugs, with right good-will, 'Tis the time of clover; When our teacher said, that we Should count the money over. When we count the money o'er. And the jugs are broken, Missions then, will surely have Of our good-will, a token. Copyright, 1896, by E. Revere. 130. Out in the western wild Roams the poor Indian, Without a teacher kind To tell him of salvation ; No blessed Bible there. Speaking of the Saviour Who died that we might live In happiness forever. Oh, send the Bible then To those poor Indian children. Preachers and teachers dear, To lead their souls to heaven ; Then when we reach that home. Where we shall live forever, We may meet those children there. And praise the Lord together. no HYMNAL FOR 131. Only a single penny, 'Tis all I have to give, But yet, when more are added, 'Twill help some one to live. Chorus :— Only the little pennies, Dropping one by one, Gather them in the mite-box, Till Christ's kingdom's won. Only a single penny. Saved from a slender store. Will truly be accepted, If we can give no more. Only a single penny. Yet now with comfort sweet, Fearing no scorn we lay it Down at the Saviour's feet. From Bud & Blossoms, copyrighted by the Emma Pitt Pub. Co., Baltimore, Md. 132. There is something on earth for the children to do, For the child that is striving to be Like the One who once murmured in accents of love, " Let the little ones come unto Me." Full Chorus : — There is something to do, there is something to do; -There is something for children to do ; On the beautiful earth where the Saviour had birth. There is something for children to do. PRIMARY CLASSES. Ill There are sweet winning words to the weary and sad, By their glad loving lips to be said ; There are hearts that are waiting by some little hand, Unto Jesus, the Lord to be led. There are lessons to learn both at home and at school ; There are battles to fight for the right ; There's a watch to be kept over temper and tongue, And God's help to be asked day and night. There are smiles to be given, kind deeds to be done, Gentle words to be dropped by the way — For the child that is seeking to follow the Lord, There is something to do ev'ry day. Copyright, 1883, by Biglow & Main, used by permission. 133. I CANNOT do great things for God, Who did so much for me. But I would like to show my love, Dear Jesus, unto Thee ; Faithful in ev'ry little thing, O Saviour, may I be. There are small crosses I may take. Small burdens I may bear. Small acts of faith and deeds of love, Small sorrows I may share ; And little bits of work for Thee, I may do ev'rywhere. 112 HYMNAL FOR And so I ask Thee give me grace, My little place to fill, That I may ever walk with Thee, And ever do Thy will ; And in each duty, great or small, I may be faithful still. 134. «« Give," said the little stream, (Give, oh give, give, oh give,) " Give," said the little stream, As it hurried down the hill ; " I am small, I know, but wherever I go, (Give, oh give, give, oh give,) I am small, I know, but wherever I go, The fields grow greener still." Refrain : — Singing, singing all the day, Give away, oh, give away, Singing, singing all the day, Give, oh, give away. " Give," said the little rain, (Give, oh give, give, oh give,) " Give," said the little rain. As it fell upon the flowers ; " I will raise the drooping heads again, (Give, oh give, give, oh give,) I will raise the drooping heads again. And freshen the summer bowers." PRIMARY CLASSES. 113 ■< Give," said the violet sweet, (Give, oh give, give, oh give,) " Give," said the violet sweet, In its gentle, springlike voice ; « From cot and hall they will hear my call, (Give, oh give, give, oh give,) From cot and hall they will hear my call, They will find me and rejoice." Give then, for Jesus give, (Give, oh give, give, oh give,) Give then, for Jesus give, There is something all can give ; Oh, do as the streams and the blossoms do, (Give, oh give, give, oh give,) Oh, do as the streams and the blossoms do. And for God and others live. Copyright, 1883, by Biglow & Main, used by permission. 135. To our dear Sabbath-school there ought many to come, Who spend Sunday wandering or trifling at home ; So I'll try to bring one, or I'll try to bring two. Yes, all that I can I'm determined to do. God meant all the people who live in this place, To hear of His goodness and join in His praise ; So I'll try to bring one, or I'll try to bring two, Yes, all that I can I'm determined to do. Out there in the lot that I pass ev'ry day. How many spend Sunday in frolic or play; If I could get one of those boys now, or two, To come here next Sabbath, what good it might do. 114 HYMNAL FOR Perhaps up to heaven some day I may go, What glory and blessedness then I shall know ; But I want in that glory that many may share, That one, two, yes, all I can take may be there. 136. Give to Jesus, give to Jesus, Give to Jesus just now ; Just now give to Jesus, Give to Jesus just now. Give your pennies, give your pennies, Give your pennies just now ; Just now give your pennies. Give your pennies just now. Give to others, give to others. Give to others just now; Just now give to others. Give to others just now. 4. Give all freely. 5. Send the Bible. 6. Send the teachers. 7. Save the heathen. 8. Tell of Jesus. 9. Jesus loves them. 10. Died to save them. 11. Ask His blessing. PBIMABY CLASSES. 115 137. (The ist verse should be sung by six children, other verses are sung by whole school.) Dear little children, please give to me Some of your pennies, that 1 may see, And read the Bible, God's holy word. Oh, send us tidings of His dear love ! Yes, little children, we want to send The gospel tidings to the world's end ; We know that Jesus from His bright home Still cares for you, though from Him you roam. We hope to greet you in Heaven above. Resting with Jesus where all is love ; When we send pennies we'll breathe a prayer That you will love Him and meet us there. Copyright, 1896, by E. Revere. 138. Softly, softly through the midnight, Let the bells their message ring ; All the earth is hushed and silent, 'Tis the birth-night of the King. In a manger poor and lowly. Was the Christ child's cradle nest ; He, the Ruler, Lord, and Saviour, In no royal robe was drest. Only Bethlehem shepherds watching, By their flocks upon the hill, Heard the hosts of angels singing, " Peace on earth, on earth good will." 116 HYMNAL FOB Strange the silent world could slumber, Strange that city, quaint and stilJ, Felt no deeper pulse awaken, Felt no higher, holier thrill ! And the busy throng moved onward, Knowing not, and heeding less, Now the world kneels, trusting, prayerful. Knowing that He came to bless. Gladly, gladly through the stillness, Let the joyful message ring ; He hath loved us, He hath saved us. He through endless time is King. 139. And there were in the same country shepherds abid- ing I in the | field, || Keeping watch over their flock by | night, || And, lo ! the angel of the Lord came upon them, | ajtd the glory of the Lord shone round about them; and they were | sore a- | fi-aid.|| And the angel said unto them, | Fear not : \ for, behold, I bring you good | tidings of great | joy, | which shall be to | all | people. || For unto you is born this day in the city of | David a I Saviour, which is | Christ the Lord.|| And this shall be a sign \ unto | you;|| Ye shall find the babe wrrt'// Little hands are clapping now, Oh, how glad are we ! In our pleasant Sabbath school Friends and flow'rs to see ; 2 Little eyes are lifted now Up above the sky ; "While our voices join to sing 3 Praise to God on high. 4 Little hands are folded now 5 Gently on our breast ; Thus our Shepherd takes us all In His arms to rest ; 6 Little heads are bending now. Bending while we pray ; ' Asking God to fill our hearts With His love to-day. 8 Little eyes must read His word, 9 Ears must hear His truth ; "* Willing feet must follow Him In the morn of youth ; PRIMARY CLASSES. 157 " Cheerful givers we must be, He has told us so ; '2 But the gift the right hand holds, '3 Left hand must not know. Motions. — i. Clap hands. 2. Raise the eyes upward. 3. Point upward. 4. Fold hands. 5. Cross on breast. 6. Bend the head. 7. Hand on heart. 8. Hold hands as though hold- ing an open book. 9. Touch ears. 10. Point to feet. 11. Hold out both hands. 12. Still holding out right JiaiKl. 13. Place left hand behind the back. Copyright, 1888, by Biglow & Main, used by permission. 190. The snow comes down so pure and white, (Wave the hands gentlj'.) Soft and light and gentle ; 'Tis God's message from the sky, Therefore, little children, try, — If in anger you reply, Remember the soft answer. {Repeat.) — <* A soft answer turneth away wrath : but grevious words stir up anger." — Prov. 15:1. {Sini^.) The rain comes pattering down so fast, (Move the hand quickly up and down.) Quickly, quickly falUng ; Thus God sends the welcome rain To freshen the flowers and fields of grain. All nature may drink from the fount again, And thirsty creatures praise Him. (^Repeat.) — "Whosoever will, let him take of the water of life freely." — Rev. 22 : 17. 158 HYMNAL FOR {Sing.) After the darksome cloud has passed, (Spread the hands out before the face.) Like a gloomy curtain ; Then the sunshine's coming light, Like God's smile, makes all things bright, 'Tis His love that cheers the night. And rests the weary-hearted. {Repeat.) — " Be of good courage, and he shall strengthen your heart, all ye that hope in the Lord." — Psalm 31 : 24. {Sing.) And then the rainbow of the Lord, (Raise both hands and form an arch over the head,) Like a promised token ; Brightens all the world anew, — 'Tis His promise shining through; Showing us in sign so true, Our Father's loving mercy. {Repeat.) — " And there was a rainbow round about the throne." — Rev. 4 : 3. {Sing.) Thus all the worTcs of God, the Lord, (Spread the hands.) Are so great and glorious ; Heaven and earth shall sing in praise, Of His great and perfect ways ; Till in heaven at last we gaze (Raise both hands and look up.) Upon the King eternal. PRIMARY CLASSES. 159 {Repeat.) — "Thine eyes shall see the King in his beauty : they shall behold the land that is very far off." — IsA. 33 : 17. *( If preferred, a few children might stand in front of the school, and after each verse is sung, repeat the accompanying text.) Copyright, 1896, by E. Revere. 191. Little drops of water. Little grains of sand, Make the mighty ocean II : And the beauteous land. And the little moments, Humble though they be, Make the mighty ages II : Of eternity. : || So our little errors Lead the soul away From the paths of virtue, II : Oft in sin to stray. : || Little deeds of kindness, Little words of love, Make our earth an Eden II : Like the heaven above. : Little seeds of mercy, Sown by youthful hands. Grow to bless the nations II : Far in heathen lands. : || 160 HYMNAL FOR 192. 1 Oh, how brightly, how brightly, the Sitn moves along, From the East to the West through the sky, 2 Oh, how lovely, how lovely, the Moon looks among 3 All those stars as they sparkle on high. These glorious lights the Lord hath given * To raise our thoughts from earth to heaven ; Oh, how brightly, how brightly He moves them along, 6 Shedding light o'er the world from on high. Motions. — i. Raise right hand and move it along. 2. Raise left hand. 3. Raise both hands and move the fingers. 4. Raise both hands. 5. Spread both hands. 193. 1 We'll all rise up together, 2 We'll all sit down together; We'll mind the rule in Sabbath-school, 3 And all rise up together. * We'll raise our hands together, 5 We'll fold our arms together ; We'll mind the rule in Sabbath-school, 6 And all sit down together. ^ We'll turn our heads together, 8 We'll bend our heads together ; We'll mind the rule in Sabbath-school, And all sit still together. PRIMARY CLASSES. 161 We'll all love one another, Our sister and our brother ; We'll mind God's rules in Sabbath-school, And all love one another. Motions. — i. All rise. 2. All sit down. 3. All rise. 4. Raise hands. 5. Fold arms. 6. Sit down. 7. Turn heads from side to side. 8. Bend heads back and forth. 194. Two little eyes to look to God, (Look up.) Two little ears to hear His word, (Touch ears.) Two little feet to walk in His ways, (Point to feet.) Two little hands to work for Him all my days. (Hold out hands.) One little tongue to speak His truth, (Point to tongue.) One heart to give Him now in my youth, (Hand on heart.) Take them, dear Jesus, and let them be, Always obedient, and true to Thee. (Hold up hands.) 195. I ASKED the little joyous bird, iWho taught him how to fly, And sing such pretty little songs. In the bright morning sky ? 2 He told me it was God Who had given to him his wing, 3 And taught him how to build his nest, And taught him how to sing. 11 162 HYMNAL FOB I asked the little lovely flower, *Who gave her perfume sweet, And dressed her in her velvet coat, 5 So beautiful and neat? 6 She told me it was God "Who had clothed her with such care, ' And taught her how to breathe so sweet Upon the evening air. 8 1 asked the little twinkling star. Who taught him how to shine. And run with such a steady pace Along his proper line ? 9 He told me it was God Who had bid him shine so bright, 10 And trim his little tiny lamp, To cheer the winter night. 11 Since all things then, look up to God, The flower, the star, the bird. And all obey His holy laws, 12 And listen to His word; 13 I too, although a child, will try His bidding to obey; That I may learn to please Him, too. And serve as well as they. Words used by arrangement with Oliver Ditson Co,, owners of copyright. Motions. — i. Imitate the flapping of wings. 2. Point up- ward. 3. Hold the hands together in form of a nest. 4. Imi- tate inhaling the perfume of a flower, 5. Pass both hands down on the clothes, as though smoothing them. 6. Point up- ward. 7. Pass the hand back and forth from the mouth, as though breathing. 8. Raise both hands, imitate the twinkling by moving the fingers. 9, Point upward. 10. Hold left hand as a lamp, with right hand imitate trimming the lamp. 11. Look up. 12. Point to the ear. 13. Point to the breast. 196. PRIMARY CLASSES. 163 Come, let us join our cheerful songs With angels round the throne ; Ten thousand thousand are their tongues, But all their joys are one. Worthy the Lamb that died, they cry, To be exalted thus ; Worthy the Lamb, our lips reply, For He was slain for us. Jesus is worthy to receive Honor and power divine ; And blessings more than we can give Be, Lord, forever thine. Let all that dwell above the sky. And air, and earth, and seas ; Conspire to lift Thy glories high, And speak Thine endless praise. 197. 1 God made the sky that looks so blue, 2 He made the grass so green ; 3 He made the flowers that smell so sweet, In pretty colors seen. * God made the sun that shines so bright, ' And gladdens all I see ; It comes to give us heat and light, 6 How thankful should we be ! 164 HYMNAL FOR ' God made the pretty bird to fly, How sweetly has she sung ! 8And though she flies so very high, She won't forget her young. 9 God made the water for my drink, 10 He made the fish to swim. He made the trees to bear nice fruit, 11 Oh, how should I love Him ! Motions.— I. Raise both hands. 2. Point down with both hands. 3. Imitate smelling flowers. 4. Spread right hand. 5. Spread both hands. 6. Cross hands on breast. 7. Imitate fly- ing by waving both hands. 8. Raise the hands still waving, then lower them. 9. Wave hands like moving water. 10. Turn hands, and imitate fish swimming. 11. Cross hands on breast, and look up. 198. Oh, tell us how our bread is made, Bread is made, bread is made ; Oh, tell us how our bread is made. That we eat ev'ry morning. 1 The farmer comes and sows the seed. Sows the seed, sows the seed ; 2 With harrow then he covers the seed, Both afternoon and morning. 3 Our Father makes the rain come down, Rain come down, rain come down ; ^He makes the glorious sun to shine, Both afternoon and morning. 5 Spring is come and the grain is up, 6 Grain is up, grain is up ; Summer comes and the grain grows up Both afternoon and morning. PRIMARY CLASSES. 168 ' The reapers come and cut the grain, Cut the grain, cut the grain ; 8 They bind it up and sing harvest home. Both afternoon and morning. 9 The thrashers come and beat the grain. Beat the grain, beat the grain ; 10 With fan in hand they clean the grain. Both afternoon and morning. H The water turns and the mill goes round. Mill goes round, mill goes round ; And soon the rye and wheat ar« ground. Both afternoon and morning. 12 The flour and yeast are kneaded well, Kneaded well, kneaded well ; 13 Then in the oven we bake it well. Both afternoon and morning. 1* We thank Thee, Lord, for this good food. This good food, this good food ; 15 And pray to Him to make us good, Both afternoon and morning. Motions. — r. Imitate sowing seed with right hand. 2. With right hand make a smoothing motion. 3. Raise and lower hands rapidly, imitating falling rain. 4. Raise and move the right hand for the sun shining. 5. With both hands show how the grain peeps above the ground. 6. Raise the hands to show how the grain grows up. 7. With right hand imitate the cutting of the grain. 8. Imitate the binding up, then cross the hands on the breast. 9. With right hand imitate the beating of the grain. 10. With a fanning motion imitate the cleansing of the grain. 11. Turn right hand to imitate a wheel turning. 12. With both hands imitate the kneading of flour. 13. With both hands imitate the placing of the pan of bread in the oven. 14. Raise right hand. 15. Place hands together in the attitude of prayer and look up. 166 HYMNAL FOR 199. 1 1 AM so young, O Jesus, I do not understand The way my soul must journey 2 To reach the better land. 'Oh, tell me how to love Thee, And what my " faith " must be: * Dear, gentle, patient teacher, 5 Explain it all to me. « Is it to trust Thy promise, ' And simply to believe. Like trusting in my mother, Whose love I would not grieve ? Her word is very precious, 8 And all in all to me ; Is this the " faith," dear Saviour, 9 That I may bring to Thee ? Thou lovest little children, 10 May I that love receive ? I long to be Thy dear one, 11 Wilt Thou my sin forgive ? 12 1 seem to hear a whisper, "Yes, darling, come to Me." 13 Reach down Thy hand, dear Jesus, i*And draw me close to Thee. Motions. — i. Spread the hands. 2. Raise both hands. 3. Right hand on the heart. 4. Hands together as in prayer. 5. Hands clasped. 6. Finger on the Jips. 7. Hand on the heart. 8. Hands crossed on breast. 9 Hands spread upward. 10. Hands spread out. 11. Hands on breast. 12. Sung in low voice, with finger raised. 13. Right hand raised toward heaven. 14. Hands crossed on breast. Copyright, 1883, by Biglow & Main, used by permission. PRIMARY CLASSES. 167 200. Have a clock dial. At each question move the hand to the hour mentioned. The children repeat the answer. T'EXcnY.Yi.— {Moving- hand to i.) What says the clock when it strikes one ? School. — Watch, says the clock, oh watch, little one. Teacher. — What says the clock when it strikes two? School. — Love God, little darling, for God loves you. Teacher. — Tell me now softly, what it whispers at three ? School. — (/;/ whisper.) Suffer little children to come unto me. Teacher. — What says the Good Shepherd, when the clock is at four ? School. — Come, gentle lambs, come and wander no more. Teacher. — What is the word, when the clock is at five? School. — To enter the straight gate, we surely must strive. Teacher. — What says it at six, at the close of the day ? School. — Our life is so short, 'twill soon pass away. Teacher. — What is the message when the clock is at seven ? School. — Little children may enter the kingdom of heaven. 168 HYMNAL FOR Teacher. — What is the warning when the clock is at eight ? School. — Seek Jesus early, before 'tis too late. Teacher. — And louder still louder, what says it at nine ? School. — Give me my son, that proud heart of thine. Teacher. — What sweet song of praise, shall we echo at ten ? School. — Hosanna in the highest, hosanna. Amen. Teacher. — What chorus of praise, shall we sing at eleven ? School. — Praise be to the Father, the Father in heaven. Teacher. — And last of the hours, what says it at twelve ? school all rise and repeat iogether. 'Tis the hour of midnight. From darkness arise ; And haste thee, O sinner, Oh, haste to be wise. CLOSING RECITATION. WITH CLASPED HANDS. As the hours pass swiftly by, Help us. Lord, to look to Thee ; So that we our days may spend In serving Thee, the children's Friend. 201. 202. PRIMARY CLASSES. IfiO Lord, teach a little child to pray, (Hands together in the attitude of prayer.) Give me the \rords I ought to say ; (Touch the lips with the hand.) For I am young, and very weak. And know not how I ought to speak. The words of prayer, I've often said (Touch lips with right hand.) With eyelids closed and bowed head, (Hands on the eyes, head bowed.) But, oh, I'm very much afraid That with my heart I've never prayed. (Right hand on heart.) But now, O God, be pleased to take Away this heart, for Jesus' sake ; (Wave the hand away from heart.) Oh, give me one that loves to pray, (Hands together in the attitude of prayer.) And read the Bible every day. ' Little gentle breath. Coming and going away Who keeps you coming, coming By night as well as by day ? * Little busy heart, 3 Beating, beating away, Who keeps you beating, beating By night as well as by day ? * God moves each busy heart, 6 God sends each gentle breath ; « God watches us night and day, ' And keeps us safe from death. 170 HYMNAL FOR 8 Little merry child, 9 Sporting, sporting away, 10 God keeps you living, breathing, By night as well as by day. Motions. — i. Move the hand back and forth from the mouth. 2. Lay right hand on the heart. 3. Make a patting motion with the hands on the heart to imitate its beating. 4. Raise right hand and point upward. 5. Point to the mouth. 6. Raise both hands. 7. Fold the arms together. 8. Spread out the hands. 9. Wave the hands. 10. Right hand moving back and forth from the mouth. Copyright, 1875, by Biglow & Main, used by permission. 203. The Lord has made me, yet sometimes, (Point upward.) I greatly wonder why, He should have formed with wondrous skill, So small a child as I. (Hands on shoulders.) My head, so filled with wondrous thoughts (Point to the head.) My eye so quick and keen, (Point to the eye.) My listening ear, my speaking tongue; (Point to the ear.) (Point to mouth.) How marvelous they seem ! My havd so curiously made (Hold out the hand.) That I can move at will ; (Move hand back and forth.) My agile limbs, my nimble feet^ (Move feet alternately.) Are wonders, wonders still. PRIMARY CLASSES. 171 The pulses quick that beat and beat, (Place right finger on left wrist, mark the beats of the pulse with finger.) And never, never rest ; My heart, that little life clock there (Hand on heart.) That ticketh in my breast. (Move hand up and down — like the beating of heart.) O what am I, that God the Lord (Raise hand.) Should form a child like me ; (Hand on breast.) So humble in my low estate. So great and glorious He. (Both hands raised.) Let me devote my life to Thee, (Hand on breast.) My Maker and my God Oh, take me, make me Thine own child, (Hold out both hands.) Through Jesus Christ our Lord. 204. 1 I've two little hands to work for Jesus, 2 One little tongue His praise to tell; 3 Two little ears to hear His counsel, 4 One little voice a song to swell. Chorus : — 9 Lord we come. Lord we come. In our childhood's early morning, >o Lord we come. Lord we come, Come to learn of Thee. 172 HYMNAL FOR * I've two little feet to tread the pathway 6 Up to the heavenly courts above ; 'Two little eyes to read the Bible, Telling of Jesus' wond'rous love. 8 I've one little heart to give to Jesus, One little soul for Him to save ; One little life for His dear service, One little self that He must have. Motions. — i. Hold out hands. 2, Point to tongue. 3. Touch the ears 4. Point to mouth. 5. Point to feet. 6. Point up. 7. Touch eyes. 8. Hand on heart. 9. Spread hands. 10. Spread hands. Used by permission of D. C. Cook Publishing Co., owners of the copyright. 205. Little knees should lowly bend (Kneel with clasped hands.) At the time of prayer ; Little thoughts to heaven ascend (Point to heaven, and rise.) To our Father there. Little hands should usefully (Hands spread.) In employment move ; Little feet should cheerfully ' (Point to the feet.) Run on works of love. Little tongues should speak the truth, (Point to the tongue.) As by Scripture taught ; Little lips should ne'er be loth (Point to the lips.) To confess a fault. 206. PRIMARY CLASSES. 173 Little ears should listen to (Point to the ears.) All the Bible says ; Little bosoms throb to do (Cross hands on bosom.) What the Lord will please. Little spirits should be glad Jesus died to save ; (Spread out the hands.) Oh, how cold and dark and sad Else would be the grave ! Little children sinners are ; But the Saviour says All that seek Him now by prayer (Bow the head and clasp hands together.) Shall obtain His grace. Little infants dying go (Raise the hands.) To the world above ; And our souls shall join them too, (Clasp hands over the breast, and look up.) If we Jesus lore. I We'll all stand up together, 2 And ask God's blessing here ; To rest on ev'ry scholar, And on our teacher dear. 3 Oh take our hearts, dear Saviour, And wash them with Thy blood: Help us, as we walk through life, * To keep God's holy word. 174 HYMNAL FOR 5 Dear Father, take our bodies And keep them undefiled ; 6 In praise let us sing to Thee, ' For Thou dost love each child. 8 We'll look straight at our teacher, And help her all we can ; By learning well the precious word 9 That God has given to man. 10 Now we will all be seated, 11 Our hands together fold ; We'll all try to remember, To do as we are told. Motions — i. Rise. 2. Hands as in prayer. 3. Hand on heart. 4. Point up. 5. Hands on chest. 6. Point up. 7. Hand on chest. 8. Look at teacher. 9. Point up. 10. Sit down. II. Fold hands. 207. 1 Rise up, rise up so promptly, Rise up, rise up so promptly. Rise up, rise up so promptly, 2 And fold your arms like me, like me. 3 Wave your hands, wave your hands so gently, etc. * And fold your arms like me, like me. 6 Clap your hands, clap your hands so brightly, etc. 6 And fold your arms like me, like me. ' Roll your hands, roll your hands so softly, etc. 8 And fold your arms like me, like me. PRIMARY CLASSES. 176 9 Sit down, sit down so quietly, etc. JO And fold your arms like me, like me. 11 Do not speak, do not speak in schooltirae, etc. 12 And fold your arms like me, like me. Motions. — i. Rise. 2, Fold arms. 3. Wave hands. 4. Fold arms. 5. Clap hands. 6. Fold arms. 7. Roll hands. 8. Fold arms. 9. Sit down. 10. Fold arms. 11. Point to the lips. 12. Fold arms. 208. I. — " He shall build a house for my name." — 2 Sam. 7:13. 2. — " Therefore now let it please thee to bless the house of thy servant, . . . and with thy blessing let the house of thy servant be blessed forever." — 2 Sam. 7 : 29. (Here place the foundation.) 3. — " The foundation of the house of the Lord was laid." — Ezra 3:11. 4. — " For other foundation can no man lay than that is laid, which is Jesus Christ." — i Cor. 3:11. 5. — " Jesus Christ himself being the chief corner stone.*' — Eph. 2 : 20. (Here build the walls.) 6. — " Do good in thy good pleasure unto Zion : build thou the walls of Jerusalem." — Ps. 51 : 18. (Here place the door.) 7. — " I am the door : by me if any man enter in, he shall be saved." — John 10 : 9. 176 HYMNAL FOR 8. — " Enter into his gates with thanksgiving, and into his courts with praise." — Ps. lOO :4. (Here place the pillars.) 9. — " And he reared up the pillars before the temple, one on the right hand and the other on the left." — 2 Chron. 3 : 17. 10. — " Him that overcometh will I make a pillar in the temple of my God." — Rev. 3: 12. II. — " I had rather be a doorkeeper in the house of my God, than to dwell in the tents of wickedness." — Ps. 84^ 10. (Here plaee the tower.) 12. — "The name of the Lord is a strong tower; the righteous runneth into it, and is safe." — Prov. 18: 10. 13. — " Looking unto Jesus the author and finisher of oiir faith ; who ... is set down at the right hand of the throne of God." — Hebrew 12:2. * (Have a miniature church, to be put together in parts ; the texts are to be repeated as each part is laid.) (^Sing the hymn at the close of the building.) 209. The church of God through ages past, Has grown by work and prayer. And children should not be the last To take their offerings there. Though small " church builders " few and weak. Our efforts may be seen. By here a brick and there a brick. With earnest prayers between. PRIMARY CLASSES. 177 God never calls a child to do The work He gives a man ; He says, My grace will see you through, If you do what you can. So, step by step, the church of God Will rise to heights serene, If here a brick and there a brick, With earnest prayers between. But we, ourselves, are temples too, Wherein God's spirit dwells ; So lay foundations firm and true. Just as the Bible tells. God's measuring rod of righteousness Will make the walls four-square. Then here a brick and there a brick. And in between, a prayer. 210. J 'Tis in the Bible that we read, A sower went forth to sow his seed; He flung it broadcast over the land With liberal heart and open hand. Chorus :— We are sowing the gospel seed, (Imitate sowing seed.) On which the hungry soul may feed ! Let us do it with cheerful hand, We little lambs of Jesus' band. *And as he sowed some fell by the way 3 On the hard, cold ground and there it lay ; *The people trod it under their feet, *And birds of the air, the seed did eat. 12 178 HYMNAL FOR 6 Some seed on stony ground was flung, ' And very soon it upward sprung ; So little earth was where it lay 8 That, when the sun rose, it withered away. Some seed among the thorns did fall, 9 Which grew up too, and choked it all ; No truth with God will e'er be found. When thorns and weeds infest the ground. And other seed on good ground fell, 10 The sun and rain, the seed did swell ; 11 Firm rooted too, first blade, then ear, A hundredfold for God did bear. 12 Now, let each one that hath an ear. Lend it to Christ, and for Him hear — 13 In each heart may God's word take root, 1* Tongue, is hands and i^ feet, for Him bear fruit. Motions. — i. Imitate the sowing of seed. 2. Sow seed. 3. Point to ground. 4. Move feet up and down. 5. Spread the hands like wings, 6. Sow seed, 7, Raise the hands. 8. Raise the hands with fingers touching, and spread apart over the head. 9. Clasp the hands one over the other, 10. Raise the hands, then lower for the rain. 11. Begin low with one finger then hands — then raise both hands. 12, Point to the ear. 13. Hand over heart and point above, 14. Point to tongue. 15. Spread hands. 16. Point to feet. 211. Begin the day with God, (Kneel.) Kneel down to Him in prayer; Lift up thy heart to His abode. And seek His love to share. PRIMARY CLASSES. 179 Open the Book of God (Spread the hands like an open book.) And read a portion there, That it may hallow all thy thoughts, And sweeten all thy care. Go through the day with God : (Cross hands on bosom.) Whate'er thy work may be ; Where'er thou art, at home, abroad, He still is near to thee. Conclude the day with God : (Clasp hands as in prayer.) Thy sins to Him confess ; Trust in the Lord's atoning blood And plead His righteousness. Lie down at night with God, (Lean head on hand and close the eyes.) Who gives His servants sleep ; And when thou tread'st the vale of death He will thee guard and keep. (Clasp hands on the heart.) " My voice shall Thou hear in the morning, O Lord ; in the morning will I direct my prayer unto Thee and will look up." — Ps. 5 :3. (Look up.) "Commit thy way unto the Lord; trust also in Him ; and He shall bring it to pass." — Ps. 37 : 5. (Spread hands toward God, then clasp hands.) 180 HYMNAL FOR 212. 1. Lift up your hands in the sanctuary and bless the Lord. (Hands raised.) 2. O clap your hands, all ye people. (Clap hands.) 3. Thy word have I hid in mine heart. (Cross hands on breast.) 4. Stand up and bless the Lord. (Rise.) 5. His banner over us is love. (Join tips of fingers over the head.) 6. Happy is the man that tindeth wisdom. (Hands at the side.) 7. Length of days is in her right hand. (Right hand extended.) 8. And in her left hand riches and honor. (Left hand extended.) 9. Her ways are ways of pleasantness, and all her paths are peace. (Clap hands three times.) 10. Him that overcometh will I grant to sit with me in my throne. 213. Brightly gleams our banner. Pointing to the sky, Waving wanderers onward To their homes on high. Journeying o'er the desert, Gladly thus we pray, And, with hearts united. Take our heavenward way. Chorus : — Brightly gleams our banner, Pointing to the sky. Waving wanderers onward To their homes on high. PRIMARY CLASSES. Jesus, Lord and Master, At thy sacred feet, Here with hearts rejoicing See Thy children meet; Often we have left Thee, Often gone astray ; Keep us, mighty Saviour, In the narrow way. All our days direct us In the way we go ; Lead us on victorious Over ev'ry foe : Bid Thine angels shield us When the storm-clouds lower, Pardon Thou and save us In the last dread hour. 214. Now who are these, whose little feet Are marching bravely on, With faces bright, with cheerful hearts, And voices raised in song ? These are the children of the King, And walking in His way ; They're journeying in the narrow path, To realms of endless day. What is the song these children sing With voices sweet and clear, That gives the weary traveler hope. And angels bend to hear ? It is a hymn of humble praise. To God the Father given ; Of trust in Him who shows the road, That leads them on to Heaven. 182 HYMNAL FOR Who is the Captain of this band, Who makes their pathway bright ? He guides their steps, He clears their way, And makes their burdens light. 'Tis Jesus Christ, the children's friend. Who saved them by his love; He died for them that they might share His home in Heaven above. 215. We are marching to the river, 'Tis almost in sight ! With the loved and blest forever, We shall walk in light ! We can almost hear the flowing Of that rushing tide ! To the Land of love we're going, Where our hopes abide ! Cho. — We are marching to the river, 'Tis almost in sight ! Just across, we'll meet the angels Robed in spotless white ! Loving ones will come to meet us, On the further shore ! Gentle voices there will greet us. And we'll weep no more ! Step by step, that shore we're nearing. And the Saviour's hand Leads us onward, never fearing, To the Better Land ! Used by permission of Hamilton S. Gordon, owner of copy- right. PRIMARY CLASSES, 183 216. We are little travelers, Marching, marching, We are little travelers, Marching on ; Walking in the narrow way, Shunning paths that lead astray, We are little travelers, Marching on. We are little laborers. Working, working. We are little laborers, Working on ; Never idling time away. Busy working ev'ry day. We are little laborers, Working on. We are little soldiers, Fighting, fighting. We are little soldiers. Fighting on ; Warring 'gainst the power of sin. Foes without and foes within. We are little soldiers. Fighting on. We are little pilgrims. Hoping, he- mg, We are little i^ilgrims. Hoping on ; For a country better far, Where our crown and kingdom are, We are little pilgrims. Hoping on. Copyright, 1873, by Biglow & Main, used by permission. 184 HYMNAL FOR 217. Sound the battle cry ! See ! the foe is nigh ; Raise the standard high For the Lord ; Gird your armor on, Stand firm ev'ry one ; Rest your cause upon His holy word. Chorus : — Rouse then, soldiers ! rally round the banner ! Ready, steady, pass the word along ; Onward, forward, shout aloud hosannah ! Christ is Captain of the mighty throng. Strong to meet the foe. Marching on we go, While our cause we know Must prevail ; Shield and banner bright Gleaming in the light ; Battling for the right We ne'er can fail. Oh ! Thou God of all. Hear us when we call ; Help us one and all By Thy grace ; When the battle's done, And the victory won. May we wear the crown Before Thy face. Copyright, 1869, by Biglow & Main, used by permissioo. PRIMARY CLASSES. 185 218. I AM a little soldier, And not yet very old ; I mean to fight for Jesus, And wear a crown of gold ; I know He makes me happy, And loves me all the day ; I'll be His little soldier, The Bible says I may. I love my precious Saviour, Because He died for me, And if I did not serve Him, How sinful I would be; He gives me ev'ry comfort, And hears me when I pray; I want to live for Jesus, The Bible says I may. I now can do a little. But when I older grow, I'll try to do for Jesus The greatest good I know ; God help and keep me faithful In all I do and say ; I want to live a Christian, The Bible says I may. From Infant Praises by per. of John J. Hood. 219. Though I am a little child, We never are too small To work for Him who teaches us. He died to save us all : 186 HYMNAL FOR Scholars, friends, and teachers dear, Serve the Lord with love and fear, Then we'll meet to sing His praise In heaven, our promised home. Chorus : — March on, march on, Scholars, ev'ry one, Toil on, strive on. Till the victory's won, Never lay our weapons down, Till we've won the victor's crown, Then we'll meet to sing His praise In heaven, our promised home. Little hearts and little hands May find some work to do. Little prayers be heard in heaven, And answered sometimes too ; Do not be discouraged then, Jesus is the children's friend. And will meet us at the gate Of heaven, our promised home. Little lips may always utter Songs of love and praise. Little feet may learn to tread The path to endless days; Gentle Saviour hear my prayer. Keep my heart from ev'ry snare, Meet us, greet us, over there. In heaven, our promised horae. 220. PRIMARY CLASSES. 187 Keeping step with Jesus, Though the way be long ; We ne'er miss the pathway, We can ne'er go wrong. Keeping step with Jesus, Straining ev'ry limb ; Onward, ever onward, Keeping step with Him. Keeping step with Jesus, Even in the dark ; We can hear His footsteps, Though unseen its mark. Though we walk in shadow, Treading pathways new ; Marking time with Jesus, Step we ever true. Keeping step with Jesus, Nothing can alarm ; Foes will never hurt us, Naught will do us harm'. Walking close beside Him, His strong arm our stay ; Oh, how safe the journey O'er an untried way ! Keeping step with Jesus, Never on before ; Brighter grows the pathway, Shining more and more. Till by living fountains. Bathed in heaven's light ; W^e through fields of glory Walk with Him in white. 188 HYMNAL FOR 221. In days of old when Christ the Lord Among His people dwelt, To little ones He often showed The love for them He felt ; Close to His side the children pressed, He turned away not one ; " In these, and such as these," He said, " My kingdom is begun." Chorus : — Hosanna ! hosanna ! Hosanna in the highest ! One day unto His Father's house With troubled heart He came, His hour of trial now drew near. And near the death of shame ; More fqes than friends about Him stood, He heard no word of cheer, When lo ! from children's lips arose An anthem sweet and clear. A smile lit up the Saviour's face, He called it perfect praise, That thus on shadow of the cross, Threw sunny hope's bright rays; Like children of that olden time We, too, hosanna sing, For in this temple man has made. Waits, though unseen, our King ! PRIMARY CLASSES. I AM singing, singing, Singing all day long ; Through my heart is ringing One unceasing song. Glory be to Jesus ! Glory to the Lamb ! By whose blood so precious, Clean and whole I am. Chorus : — I am singing, singing, Singing all day long ; Through my heart is ringing One unceasing song. When at early morning From my bed I spring, When the shadowy evening Folds me in its wing. W^hile I'm at my study. While I'm at my play, Sings my heart of Jesus, Through the livelong day. Yes, I'll sing of Jesus, And His tender love ; Till I stand before Him, In the courts above. Then I'll join the chorus Of the heavenly throng. While the angels listen To the grand new song. 190 HYMNAL FOR 223. Here are joyous faces, Making all things gay ; Marking with our gladness, This bright, happy day. Send your voices upward, Praise your gracious King; Raise the roof with anthems, Make the heavens ring. Chorus :— (In unison.) Bring the humblest offering, Lay it at His feet ; Self and all we have for Christ, Sacrifice complete. Here we're taught the Scriptures, Here we learn the way Up to God the Father, Nearer day by day. Jesus ever faithful, Tells us : Follow me, I will lead you safely, Through eternity. 224. Lift up your faces o'er hill and vale, Ye lilies in beauty waving ; Ye streams that flow, sing soft and low, Your sunny flower banks laving. Refrain : — Let all things beautiful praise the Lord, Let children's voices praise Him : We'll join in the song of the angel throng, Forever praise the Lord. PRIMARY CLASSES. 191 Lift up your faces o'er hill and vale, O'er meadows and valleys blooming; The lilies feet are fair and sweet, The soft wind's breath perfuming. Copyright, 1893, by Biglow & Main, used by permission. 225. On this happy day we gather, 'Mid the sunshine and the flowers, All around us joy and blessings. Fall like soft refreshing showers ; Our young hearts are full of gladness, Our young lips are full of praise, We have come to thank Thee, Father, For the love that crowns our days. For this Christian land we praise Thee, Stretching out to East and West ; For the precious open Bible, For the holy Sabbath rest ; And for all the many mercies Thou dost shower upon us here, For the light of Thy love ever Brmgeth us to Thee more near. And for Jesus Christ our Saviour, Better than all gifts beside. For the blessed Holy Spirit Sent our timid steps to guide ; Thanks for all, dear Lord, we bring Thee, As we gather here to-day, And may ev'ry one departing, Some sweet blessings bear away. 192 HYMNAL FOR 226. A LITTLE song for Jesus, Awake and sing, my soul, A gladsome song for Jesus, Whose blood has made thee whole : Sing of the healing fountain, In loud and lofty strain, Till ev'ry listening mountain Shall echo the refrain. A little song for Jesus, In simple words and plain, Borne on the passing breezes. Some listless ear may gain ; May reach some dull soul sleeping. As wafted seed, the mould. And at the time of reaping, May yield an hundredfold. A little song for Jesus, Winged with a silent prayer. The broken spirit eases Of more than half its care ; And leaden skies grow clearer, And lighter leans the load. When souls are lifted nearer, By holy song, to God. A little song for Jesus, Thy gladdest, noblest lay. Lift up, my soul, for Jesus Who bore thy sins away ; Lift up o'er rock and river. O'er land and foaming tide, And be the glory ever Unto the Christ that died. PRIMARY CLASSES. 193 227. Glory, glory, hallelujah ! Thus, O Lord, to Thee we sing, To this temple of Thy service, We our loving tribute bring. Cho. — Praise Him, praise Him, Prince of Glory ! To Him now, our anthem sing, Jesus reigns, and lives forever, We' will crown Him Lord and King. On this blessed, holy Sabbath, In Thy house, how glad are we, May our hearts be pure in worship, May we give ourselves to Thee. Saviour, help us, take us, keep us, From all sin and sorrow free. Fold Thy loving arms around us, May we Thy dear children be. And at last, when life is ended, Take us to Thy home above. May we dwell with Thee so happy In Thine everlasting love. 228. Jesus invites you, oh, do not delay. Come closer to Him, He wants you to stay ; Though you are helpless, so weary and sad, Jesus will save you, and make your heart glad. Chorus : — Jesus is calling, Jesus is calling. Don't keep Him waiting. His love is so true; Jesus is calling, the night is falling, Jesus is calling, because He loves you. 13 194 HYMNAL FOR We know that Jesus is willing to bless, All who are weary at heart, and distressed*, Keeping us ever in His gracious care, Do not turn from Him, for He's waiting there- How can we thank Him for all His great love ? Morning and eve let your prayers reach above ; Knowing that Jesus has said unto thee, "Suffer the children to come unto Me." 229, 230. On this our glad birthday, Dear Jesus, we sing. And praise Thee and bless Thee, Our Saviour and King ; Our gifts now we bring Thee, With thanks for Thy care. And pray for Thy blessing Through each coming year. Kind Shepherd, keep all in The fold of Thy love. Let none of us wander, And from Thee remove ; May ev'ry one's birthday A better child see. Who grows more and more. Lord, In likeness to Thee. I LOVE to hear the story Which angel voices tell, How once the King of Glory Came down on earth to dwell. PRIMARY CLASSES. 195 I am both weak and sinful, But this I surely know, The Lord came down to save me, Because he loved me so. I'm glad my blessed Saviour Was once a child like me, To show how pure and holy His little ones might be; And if I try to follow His footsteps here below. He never will forget me, Because He loved me so. To sing His love and mercy My sweetest songs I'll raise, And though I cannot see Him, I know He hears my praise ; For He has kindly promised That I shall surely go To sing among His angels. Because He loved me so. 231. God be with you till we meet again ! — By His counsels guide, uphold you. With His sheep securely fold you; God be with you till we meet again ! Chorus :— Till we meet ! Till we meet ! Till we meet at Jesus' feet; Till we meet ! Till we meet ! God be with you till we meet again ! 196 HYMNAL FOR God be with you till we meet again ! — 'Neath His wings protecting hide you, Daily manna still divide you ; God be with you till we meet again ! God be with you till we meet again ! — Keep love's banner floating o'er you, Smite death's threatening wave before you ; God be with you till we meet again ! Used by arrangement with Rev. J. E. Rankin, owner of the copyright. 232. A. — " Ask, and it shall be given you; seek, and ye shall find; knock, and it shall be opened unto you." — Matt. 7 : 7. B. — "Behold the Lamb of God, which taketh away the sin of the world ! " — John i : 29. C. — " Children, obey your parents in the Lord: for this is right." — Eph. 6: i. D. — " Draw nigh to God, and he will draw nigh to you," — James 4:8. E. — " Even a child is known by his doings, whether his work be pure, and whether ii be right." — Prov. 20 : II. F. — " Freely ye have received, freely give." — Matt. 10:8. PRIMARY CLASSES. 197 G. — " God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life." — John 3:16. H. — " Him that cometh to me I will in no wise cast out." — John 6: 37. I. — " I will arise and go to my father, and will say unto him. Father, I have sinned against heaven, and before thee, and am no more worthy to be called thy son." — Luke 15 : 18, 19. J. — " Judge not, that ye be not judged." — Matt. 7:1. K. — " Keep thy heart with all diligence ; for out of it are the issues of life. — Prov. 4 : 23. L. — " Lying lips are abomination to the Lord." — Prov. 12 : 22. M. — " My son, if sinners entice thee, consent thou not." — Prov. i : 10. N. — " Now is the accepted time ; behold, now is the day of salvation." — 2 Cor. 6:2. O. — " Open thou mine eyes, that I may behold wondrous things out of thy law." — Ps. 119 : 18. P. — " Pray without ceasing." — I Thess. 5:17. Q.— '« Quench not the Spirit."—! Thess. 5 : 19. 198 HYMNAL FOB R. — " Resist the devil, and he will flee from you.' — James 4:7. S. — " Suffer the little children to come unto me, and forbid them not ; for of such is the kingdom of God," — Mark 10 : 14. T. — " Thou God seest me." — Gen. 16 : 13. U. — " Unto the upright there ariseth light in the darkness." — Ps. 112:4. V. — " Verily, verily, I say unto you, Whatsoever ye shall ask the Father in my name, he will give ii you." — John 16 : 23. "W. (Golden Rule.) — " Whatsoever ye would that men should do to you, do ye even so to them." — Matt. 7:12. Y. — "Ye must be born again." — John 3 : 7. Z. — " Zion shall be redeemed with judgment, and her converts with righteousness." — Isaiah 1:27. 233. I. — « Watch." — Mark 13 : 37. 2. — " Follow me." — John 21 : 19. 3. — " Come unto me." — Matt, ii : 28. 4. — " Christ died for us." — Rom. 5 : 8. 5. — " Ye must be born again," — John 3:7. . 6. — " Lo, I am with you alway." — Matt, 28 : 20, 7. — " What must I do to be saved ? " — Acts. 16 : 30. PRIMARY CLAS8ES. 199 8, — " I go to prepare a place for you." — John 14:2. 9. — " Christ Jesus came into the world to save sinners." — i Tim. i : 15. 10. — " What shall a man give in exchange for his soul." — Mark 8 : 37. II.—" Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ, and thou shalt be saved." — Acts 16 : 31. 12. — " The blood of Jesus Christ his Son cleanseth us from all sin." — i John 1:7. 234. Abide with me : fast falls the eventide ; The darkness deepens; Lord, with me abide; When other helpers fail, and comforts flee, Help of the helpless, oh, abide with me. Swift to its close ebbs out life's little day; Earth's joys grow dim, its glories pass away, Change and decay in all around I see ; Thou Who changest not, abide with me. 1 need Thy presence every passing hour ; What but Thy grace can foil the tempter's power ? Who like Thyself, my guide and stay can be ? Through cloud and sunshine, Lord, abide with me. I fear no foe, with Thee at hand to bless : Ills have no weight, and tears no bitterness. Where is death's sting ? where, grave, thy victory ? I triumph still, if Thou abide with me. Hold Thou Thy cross before my closing eyes ; Shine through the gloom, and point me to the skies ; Heaven's morning breaks, and earth's vain shadows flee; In life, in death, O Lord, abide with me. 200 HYMNAL FOB 235. We love to sing of Jesus, Who died our souls to save ; We love to sing of Jesus, Triumphant o'er the grave ; And in our hour of danger. We'll trust His love alone, Who once slept in a manger. And now sits on the throne. Then let us sing of Jesus, While yet on earth we stay, And hope to sing of Jesus, Throughout eternal day ; For those who here confess Him, He will in heaven confess; And faithful hearts that bless Him, He will forever bless. 236, Glory to the Father give, God, in whom we move and live ; Children's prayers He deigns to hear, Children's songs delight His ear. Glory to the Son we bring, Christ, our Prophet, Priest, and King, Children, raise your sweetest strain To the Lamb, for He was slain. Glory to the Holy Ghost, He reclaims the sinner lost ; Children's minds may He inspire, Touch their tongues with holy fire. 237. PRIMARY CLASSES. 201 Glory in the highest be To the blessed Trinity, For the gospel from above, For the word that " God is love. " I BELIEVE in God the Father, Maker of heaven and earth : The Creator, in whose image Man was made to rule the earth. He made the moon, the stars, and sun And gave us night and day. " Our Father, who art in heaven," — 'Tis thus to Him I pray. And Jesus Christ, His only Son, Who, of a virgin born, Came down to earth my life to save By giving up His own. I believe in Him, my Saviour, My Lord, the crucified; To take away my sins He came And suffered, bled and died. I believe in the Holy Ghost — God's Spirit sent in love. By whom I must be born again — To reach my home above. May honor, praise and glory, rise From all below the sky. To Father, Son, and Holy Ghost — The Triune God on high ! 202 HYMNAL FOR 238. Glory, glory to the Father, Who, with tender care, Watches ahvay o'er His children, Welcoming their praise and prayer. Cho. — Lifting up our voices. Lord we worship Thee, Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, Ever blessed Trinity. Glory, glory be to Jesus, Saviour, brother, friend — We would love and serve Thee truly. For the love that knows no end. Glory to the Holy Spirit, Fellowship Divine. Come and dwell in us, we pray Thee, In our hearts forever shine. HAHHAL FOR PRIMARY SDNDAY-SCHOOLS. BEING SCRIPTURE LESSONS FOR YOUNG SCHOLARS. Hymn. — Holy Bible, book divine. Page 5. Question i. What book should children study the most, and love the best f Ansioer to Question i. The holy Scriptures, which are able to make thee wise unto salvation through faith which is in Christ Jesus. 2 Timothy 3:15. Thy word have I hid in mine heart, that I might not sin against thee. Psalm 119: 11. Hymn. — Oh, send forth the Bible, more precious than gold! Page 108, Q. 2. What does the Bible tell us about God ? A. He is wise in heart, and mighty in strength. Job 9:4. Can any hide himself in secret places that I shall not see him ? saith the Lord. Do not I fill heaven and earth ? said the Lord. Jeremiah 23 : 24. Hyynn.— Almighty God, thy piercing eye. Page 84. Q. 3. Who made all things ? A. In the beginning God created the heaven and the earth. Genesis i : i. Hymn. — It is God's mercy gives us. Page 11. (203) 204 MANUAL FOR Q. 4. Of what did God make man ? A. The Lord God formed man of the dust of the ground, and breathed into his nostrils the breath of life ; and man became a living soul. Genesis 2 : 7. Q. 5. In whose image did God make man ? A. God created man in his own image, in the image of God created he him. Genesis i : 27. Hymn.— I sing the mighty power of God. Page 11. Q. 6. If God created man holy^ how did man be- come a sinner ? A. The serpent beguiled Eve through his sub- tilty. 2 Corinthians 11:3. And when the woman saw that the tree was good for food, and that it was pleasant to the eyes, and a tree to be desired to make one wise, she took of the fruit thereof, and did eat, and gave also unto her hus- band with her ; and he did eat. Genesis 3 : 6. By one man sin entered into the world, and death by sin ; and so death passed upon all men, for that all have sinned. Romans 5:12, Hymn. — Jesus, Saviour, pity me. Page 81. Q. 7. How did God show his love to sinful man f A. God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life. John 3:16. Hymn. — How precious is the story. Page 19. Q. 8. Where was Jesus born ? A. In Bethlehem of Judea, in the days of Herod the king. Matthew 2:1. And the angel said unto them, Fear not : for, be- PRIMARY SUNDAY-SCHOOLS. 205 hold, I bring you good tidings of great joy, which shall be to all people. For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Saviour, which is Christ the Lord. Luke 2 : 10, II. Hymn. — While shepherds watched their flocks by night. Page 129. Q. 9- What do we know of the childhood of Jesus ? A. The child grew, and waxed strong in spirit, filled with wisdom ; and the grace of God was upon him. Luke 2 ; 40. And he went down with them, and came to Naza- reth, and was subject unto them. Luke 2:51. And Jesus increased in wisdom and stature, and in favor with God and man. Luke 2:52. Hymn. — Jesus, when a little child. Page 44. Q. 10. What do we first read about Jesus after he became a man? A. Then cometh Jesus from Galilee to Jordan unto John, to be baptized of him. Matthew 3:13. And Jesus, when he was baptized, went up straightway out of the water : and, lo, the heavens were opened unto him, and he saw the Spirit of God descending like a dove, and lighting upon him : And lo a voice from heaven, saying. This is my beloved Son, in whom I am well pleased. Matthew 3: 16, 17. Hymn. — More like Jesus would I be. Page 47. Q. 1 1. What next do we read about Jesus f A. And immediately the Spirit driveth him into the wilderness. And he was there in the wilderness forty days 206 MANUAL FOB tempted of Satan; and was with the wild beasts; and the angels ministered unto him. Mark i : 12, 13. Hymn.— ]esus lover of my soul. Page 88. Q. 12. What did Jesus do for the people as he walked about among them? A. Jesus went about all the cities and villages, teaching in their synagogues, and preaching the gos- pel of the kingdom, and healing every sickness and every disease among the people. Matthew 9 : 35. Hymn.— One th»re is above all others. Page 18. Q. 13. Did Jesus love children when he lived upon earth ? A. And they brought young children to him, that he should touch them; and his disciples rebuked those that brought them. But when Jesus saw ii, he was much displeased, and said unto them. Suffer the little children to come unto me, and forbid them not; for of such is the kingdom of God, And he took them up in his arms, put his hands upon them, and blessed them. Mark 10 : 13, 14, 16. Hymn. — I think when I read that sweet story of old. Page 20. Q. 14. Whmi did children sing the praises of Jesus when he was upon earth ? A. And when the chief priests and scribes saw the wonderful things that he did, and the children crying in the temple, and saying, Hosanna to the Son of David; they were sore displeased. Matthew 21:15. Hymn.— In days of old when Christ the Lord. Page 188. Q. 15. What command did Jesus give to his dis- ciples when eating the last supper with them ? PRIMARY SUNDAY-SCHOOLS. 207 A. The Lord Jesus, the saifie night in which he was betrayed, took bread : And when he had given thanks, he brake ii, and said, Take, eat ; this is my body, which is broken for you : this do in remembrance of me. After the same manner also he took the cup, when he had supped, saying, This cup is the new testa- ment in my blood : this do ye, as oft as ye drink zV, in remembrance of me. i Corinthians ii : 23-25. flyjnn.— According to thy gracious word. Page 41. Q. 16. Who betrayed Jesus into the hands of his enemies ? A. Then one of the twelve, called Judas Iscariot, went unto the chief priests. And said tinto them. What will ye give me, and I will deliver him unto you ? And they covenanted with him for thirty pieces of silver. Matthew 26 : 14, 15. Hymn.— I lay my sins on Jesus, Page 39. Q. 17. 7'o what place did Jesus go with his dis- ciples at night, after the last supper? A. And he came out, and went, as he was wont, to the mount of Olives; and his disciples also fol- lowed him. And he was withdrawn from them about a stone's cast, and kneeled down, and prayed. Saying, Father, if thou be willing, remove this cup from me : nevertheless, not my will, but thine, be done. And there appeared an angel unto him from heaven, strengthening him. And being in an agony he prayed more earnestly : and his sweat was as it were great drops of blood falling down to the ground. Luke 22 : 39, 41-44. 208 MANUAL FOR ^J/?U7l.— Saviour! when in dust to thee. Page 80, Q. 18. How did Judas deliver Jesm up to his enemies ? A. And while he yet spake, lo, Judas, one of the twelve, came, and with him a great multitude with swords and staves, from the chief priests and elders of the people. Now he that betrayed him gave them a sign, saying, Whomsoever I shall kiss, that same is he ; hold him fast. And forthwith he came to Jesus, and said. Hail, Master ; and kissed him. . . . Then came they, and laid hands on Jesus, and took him. Matthew 26 : 47-50. Hymn.— My faith looks up to thee. Page 42. Q. 19. In what manner was Jesus put to death by Jiis enemies ? A. And the whole multitude of them arose, and led him unto Pilate. And Pilate gave sentence that it should be as they required. He delivered Jesus to their will. And as they led him away, they laid hold upon one Simon, a Cyrenian, coming out of the country, and on him they laid the cross, that he might bear it after Jesus. And when they were come to the place, which is called Calvary, there they crucified him, and the malefactors, one on the right hand, and the other on the left. And they parted his raiment, and cast lots. And it was about the sixth hour, and there was a darkness over all the earth until the ninth hour. And the sun was darkened, and the vail of the temple was rent in the midst. • PRIMARY SUNDAY-SCHOOLS. 209 And when Jesus had cried with a loud voice, he said, Father, into thy hands I commend my spirit : and having said thus, he gave up the ghost. Luke 23: I, 24, 25, 26, 33, 34, 44, 45, 46. But one of the soldiers with a spear pierced his side, and forthwith came there out blood and water. John 19 : 34. Hymn.—A\:x% ! and did my Saviour bleed. Page 20. Q. 20. Where was the dead body of Jesus laid ? A. When the even was come, there came a rich man of Arimathea, named Joseph, who also himself was Jesus' disciple : He went to Pilate, and begged the body of Jesus. Then Pilate commanded the body to be delivered. Matthew 27 : 57, 58. And there came also Nicodemus, (which at the first came to Jesus by night,) and brought a mixture of myrrh and aloes, about a hundred pound weight. John 19:39. And when Joseph had taken the body, he wrapped it in a clean linen cloth. And laid it in his own new tomb, which he had hewn out in the rock : and he rolled a great stone to the door of the sepulchre, and departed. Matthew 27 : 59, 60. .Hymn.— Rock of Ages, cleft for me. Page 39. Q. 21. What did the enemies of Jesiis do to pre- vent his body being stolen from the tomb ? A. They went, and made the sepulchre sure, sealing the stone, and setting a watch. Matthew Z'j : 66. Hymn.— Christ the Lord is risen to day. Page 145. Q. 22. When did Jesus rise from the dead ? U 210 MANUAL FOR A. In the end of the Sabbath, as it began to dawn toward the first day of the week, came Mary Magdalene and the other Mary to see the sepul- chre. And, behold, there was a great earthquake : for the angel of the Lord descended from heaven, and came and rolled back the stone from the door, and sat upon it. His countenance was like lightning, and his rai- ment white as snow : And for fear of him the keepers did shake, and be- came as dead j/ieti. And the angel answered and said unto the women, Fear not ye : for I know that ye seek Jesus, which was crucified. He is not here : for he is risen, as he said. Come see the place where the Lord lay. Matthew 28 : 1-6. Hymn. — I know that my Redeemer lives. Page 154. Q. 23. For how long a time was Jesus seen by Jiis disciples after his resurrection from the dead ? A. To whom also he showed himself alive after his passion by many infallible proofs, being seen of them forty days, and speaking of the things pertain- ing to the kingdom of God. Acts i : 3. Hymn. — We love to sing of Jesus. Page 200, Q. 24. Will you mention some of the occasions when Jesus was seen after his resurrection ? A. But Mary stood without at the sepulchre weep- ing : and as she wept, she stooped down, a7ic/ looked into the sepulchre. And seeth two angels in white sitting, the one at the head, and the other at the feet, where the body of Jesus had Iain. PRIMARY SUNDAY-SCHOOLS. 211 And they say unto her, Woman, why weepest thou ? She saith unto them, Because they have taken away my Lord, and I know not where they have laid him. And when she had thus said, she turned herself back, and saw Jesus standing, and knew not that it was Jesus, Jesus saith unto her, Mary. She turned herself, and saith unto him, Rabboni ; which is to say, Master. John 20: 11-14, 16. J32/mn.— Mary to her Saviour's tomb. Page 153. Then the same day at evening, being the first day of the week, when the doors were shut where the disciples were assembled for fear of the Jews, came Jesus and stood in the midst, and saith unto them, Peace be unto you. And when he had so said, he shewed unto them his hands and his side. Then were the disciples glad, when they saw the Lord. John 20: 19, 20. But Thomas, one of the twelve, called Didymus, was not with them when Jesus came. The other disciples therefore said unto him. We have seen the Lord. But he said unto them. Except I shall see in his hands the print of the nails, and put my finger into the print of the nails, and thrust my hand into his side, I will not believe. And after eight days again his disciples were within, and Thomas with them : then came Jesus, the doors being shut, and stood in the midst, and said. Peace be unto you. Then saith he to Thomas, Reach hither thy finger, and behold my hands; and reach hither thy hand, and thrust it into my side ; and be not faithless, but believing. 212 MANUAL FOR • And Thomas answered and said unto him, My Lord and my God. John 20 : 24-28. Hymn. — Jesus' voice my name is calling. Page 28. Q. 25. What command did Jesus give to his disciples before he ascended to heaven ? A. Go ye into all the world, and preach the gospel to every creature. Mark 16: 15. And, behold, I send the promise of my Father upon you : but tarry ye in the city of Jerusalem, until ye be endued with power from on high. Luke 24 : 49. Hymn. — Go forth, ye heralds 1 in my name. Page loi, Q. 26. From what spot did Jesus ascend to heaven ? A. And he led them out as far as to Bethany, and he lifted up his hands, and blessed them. And it came to pass, while he blessed them, he was parted from them, and carried up into heaven. Luke 24 : 50, 51. Hymn. — Our Lord is risen from the dead. Page 145. Q. 27. Who 710W appeared to the disciples? A. And while they looked steadfastly toward heaven as he went up, behold, two men stood by them in white apparel ; Which also said. Ye men of Galilee, why stand ye gazing up into heaven ? this same Jesus, which is taken up from you into heaven, shall so come in like manner as ye have seen him go into heaven. Acts I : 10, II. Hymn. — Come, Holy Spirit, heavenly Dove. Page 90. PRIMARY SUNDAY-SCHOOLS. 213 Q. 28. When did Jesus fulfill his promise to send the Holy Spirit upon his disciples ? A. And when the day of Pentecost was fully come, they were all with one accord in one place. And suddenly there came a sound from heaven as of a rushing mighty wind, and it filled all the house where they were sitting. And there appeared unto them cloven tongues like as of fire, and it sat upon each of them. And they were all filled with the Holy Ghost, and began to speak with other tongues, as the Spirit gave them utterance. Acts 2 : 1-4. Hymn.— He's come ! let every knee be bent. Page 90. Q. 29. What will the Holy Spirit do for us ? A. A new heart also will I give you, and a new spirit will I put within you : and I will take away the stony heart out of your flesh, and I will give you an heart of flesh. Ezekiel 36 : 26. Hymn.— Holy Ghost, with light divine. Page 91. Q. 30. Does God wish children to love and serve him f A, Remember now thy Creator in the days of thy youth. Ecclesiastes 12 : i, I love them that love me ; and those that seek me early shall find me. Proverbs 8:17. Even a child is known by his doings, whether his work be pure, and whether it be right. Proverbs 20 : II. Hymn. — Little children, come to Jesus. Page 33. Q. 31. How did Jesus show his love to us ? A. Christ alsa hath loved us, and hath given him- 214 MANUAL FOR self for us an offering and a sacrifice to God. Ephe- sians 5:2. Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends. John 15 : 13. Hymn. — I love to hear the story. Page 194. Q. 32. How can our souls be cleansed from sin ? A. With the precious blood of Christ, as of a lamb without blemish and without spot, i Peter i : 19. The blood of Jesus Christ his Son cleanseth us from all sin. I John i : 7. HyTfin. — There is a fountain filled with blood. Page 40. Q- 33- What must we do to obtain salvation ? A. Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ, and thou shalt be saved. Acts 16 : 31. Repent ye therefore, and be converted, that your sins may be blotted out. Acts 3:19. For godly sorrow worketh repentance to salvation not to be repented of. 2 Corinthians 7 : 10. Hymn.—li Jesus Christ was sent. Page 37. , Q. 34. With what does Jesus clothe those who be- lieve on him ? A. I will greatly rejoice in the Lord, my soul shall be joyful in my God ; for he hath clothed me with the garments of salvation, he hath covered me with the robe of righteousness. Isaiah 61 : 10. Hymn.— Jesus, thy blood and righteousness. Page 38. Q. 35. Has the Lord promised to hear us if we call upon him for these things ? A. Ask, and it shall be given you ; seek, and ye PRIMAR Y S UN DA Y-SCHO OLS. 215 shall find; knock, and it shall be opened unto you. Matthew 7:7. Him that cometh to me I will in no wise cast out. John 6 : 37. Verily, verily, I say unto you, Whatsoever ye shall ask the Father in my name, he will give zV you. John l6 : 23. Hymn. — Just as I am, without one plea. Page 43. Q. 36. Holo do loe know that Jesus Christ is the Son of God? A. The Holy Ghost descended in a bodily shape like a dove upon him, and a voice came from heaven, which said, Thou art my beloved Son; in thee I am well pleased. Luke 3 : 22. And declared //mn.— Whene'er my angry passions rise. Page 47, Repeat the Seventh Commandment. A. Thou shalt not commit adultery. Exodus 20 : 14. Repeat the Eighth Commandment. A. Thou shalt not steal. Exodus 20 : 15. Q- 53- What does God say about stealing? A. Let him that stole steal no more : but rather 220 MANUAL FOB let him labor, working with /a's hands the thing which is good. Ephesians 4 : 28. Ye shall not steal, neither deal falsely. Leviticus 19:11. Repeat the Ninth Commandment. A. Thou shalt not bear false witness against thy neighbour. Exodus 20 : 16. Q. 54. What does God say ahoiU lying ? A. Lying lips are abomination to the Lord : but they that deal truly are his delight. Proverbs 12 : 22. The lip of truth shall be established for ever : but a lying tongue is but for a moment. Proverbs 12 : 19. Jle that speaketh lies shall not escape. Proverbs 19:5- Hymn. — God is in Heaven— can he hear. Page 87. Q. 55. What is the Tenth Commandment? A. Thou shalt not covet thy neighbour's house, thou shalt not covet thy neighbour's wife, nor his man- servant, nor his maidservant, nor his ox, nor his ass, nor any thing that is thy neighbour's. Exodus 20 : 17. Q. 56. What is said in the Bible about covetous- ness ? A. Take heed, and beware of covetousness. Luke 12 : 15. Let your conversation be without covetousness ; and be content with such things as ye have. He- brews 13 : 5. Hymn.— On& God I must worship supreme. Page 52. Q- 57- Who is constantly tempting us to sin f FBIMARY SUXD AY-SCHOOLS. 221 A. The devil, as a roaring lion, walketh about, seeking whom he may devour. I Peter 5 : 8. Q. 58. Wlud must we do when tempted ? A. Watch and pray, that ye enter not into temp- tation. Matthew 26 : 41. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you. James 4:7. Q. 59. How can Jesus help us when we are tempted ? A. For in that he himself hath suffered being tempted, he is able to succor them that are tempted. Hebrews 2 : 18. Hymn.— My soul, be on thy guard. Page 76, Q. 60. In whom must we put our trust in all times of danger ? A. Whoso putteth his trust in the Lord shall be safe. Proverbs 29 : 25. What time I am afraid, I will trust in thee. Psalm 56:3. Thou arf my hiding place and my shield : I hope in thy word. Psalm 119:1 14. Hymn.— Abide with me! fast falls the eventide. Page 199. Q. 61. Has the Lord promised to help us ? A. He shall cover thee with his feathers, and under his wings shalt thou trust. Psalm 91 : 4. He giveth power to the faint ; and to t/iem that have no might he increaseth strength. Isaiah 40 : 29. O taste and see that the Lord is good : blessed is the man that trusteth in him. Psalm 34 : 8, i7?/?nn.— Nearer, my God, to thee. Page 84. 222 ^fANlTAL FOR Q. 62, WJiat should xce do for others, when Christ has done so much for us 7 A. Freely ye have received, freely give. Mat- thew 10 : 8. That repentance and remission of sins should be preached in his name among all nations. Luke 24 : 47. Hymn. — I've thought of little children. Page 98. Q. 63. What are we told in the Bible aloitt that beautiful home which God has prepared for all who love Jesus f A. There shall be no night there ; and they need no candle, neither light of the sun ; for the Lord God giveth them light. Revelation 22 : 5. They shall hunger no more, neither thirst any more ; neither shall the sun light on them, nor any heat. For the Lamb which is in the midst of the throne shall feed them, and shall lead them unto living fountains of waters : and God shall wipe away all tears from their eyes. Revelation 7 : 16, 17. And there shall be no more death, neither sorrow, nor crying, neither shall there be any more pain : for the former things are passed away. Revelation 21:4. ^^?)m.— Around the throne of God in heaven. Page 95. Eighth Psalm. O Lord our Lord, how excellent is thy name in all the earth ! who has set thy glory above the heavens. Out of the mouth of babes and sucklings hast thou ordained strength because of thine enemies, that thou mightest still the enemy and the avenger. PRIMARY SUNDAY-SCHOOLS. 223 "When I consider thy heavens, the work of thy fingers, the moon and the stars, which thou hast or- dained ; What is man, that thou are mindful of him ? and the son of man, that thou visitest him ? For thou hast made him a little lower than the angels, and hast crowned him with glory and honor. Thou madest him to have dominion over the works of thy hands ; thou hast put all things under his feet : All sheep and oxen, yea, and the beasts of the field; The fowl of the air, and the fish of the sea, and •whatsoever passeth through the paths of the seas, O Lord our Lord, how excellent is thy name in all the earth ! Hyran.—GiQxy to the Father give. Page 200. Anti-Tobacco Pledge. With all my might and all my main, I hereby promise to abstain From cigarettes, cigars and snuffs And all kinds of tobacco stuff. Tobacco-using injures health. And hinders in the way to wealth ; If tall and strong, I want to grow, This ugly weed I must not know. That friends of mine this pledge may choose I will my best endeavors use ; And they, and I, will ever try. Tobacco's power to defy. M. D. Sterling. Anti-Cigarette Pledge. God being my helper, I do hereby pledge my- self, upon HONOR, to ABSTAIN from SMOKING CIGAR- ETTES, or USING TOBACCO IN ANY FORM, and to USC my influence, and best endeavors to induce OTHERS to do the same. (224) Temperance Bible Texts. To be us«d in connection with any of the Temperance Hymns. Watch and pray, that ye enter not into tempta- tion. Matt. 26 : 41. Be sober, be vigilant ; because your adversary the devil, as a roaring lion, walketh about, seeking whom he may devour, i Peter 5 : 8. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you. James 4 : 7. My son, if sinners entice thee, consent thou not. Proverbs i : 10. Enter not into the path of the wicked, and go not in the way of evil men. Proverbs 4 : 14. Even a child is known by his doings, whether his work be pure, and whether it be right. Proverbs 20 : II. In that he himself hath suffered being tempted, he is able to succour them that are tempted. Hebrews 2 : 18. Wine is a mocker, strong drink is raging: and whosoever is deceived thereby is not wise. Proverbs 20 : I. Woe unto them that rise up early in the morning, that they may follow strong drink; that continue until night, till wine inflame them. Isaiah 5:11. The drunkard and the glutton shall come to poverty. Prov. 23 : 21. Who hath woe ? who hath sorrow ? who hath con- tentions ? who hath babbling ? who hath wounds without cause ? who hath redness of eyes ? (225) 226 TEMPERANCE BIBLE TEXTS. They that tarry long at the wine ; they that go to seek mixed wine. At the last it biteth like a serpent, and stingeth like an adder. Proverbs 23 : 29, 30, 32. Nor drunkards, nor revilers, nor extortioners, sliall inherit the kingdom of God. I Corinthians 6 : 10. Ponder the path of thy feet, and let all thy ways be established. Proverbs 4 : 26. Blessed h the man that walketh not in the counsel of the ungodly, nor standeth in the way of sinners. Psalms I : I. Watch ye therefore, and pray always. Luke 21 : 36. Pray that ye enter not into temptation. Luke 22 : 40. Neither give place to the devil. Ephesians 4 : 27. Be not among winebibbers. Proverbs 23 : 20, Woe unto t/ieT?i that are mighty to drink wine, and men of strength to mingle strong drink. Isaiah 5 : 22. Order my steps in thy word : and let not any in- iquity have dominion over me. Psalm 119 : 133. INDEX First lines of Hymns in Roman type. First lines of Recitations in Italics. HYMN A Abide with me 234 According to Tliy gracious word, 46 Alas ! and did my Saviour bleed, 23 A little song for Jesus, 226 All over the valleys, 8 All the bells are sweet with music, . . . .188 Almighty God, Thy pieiciiig eye 99 And there were in the same conntiy, . . . .139 Anti-Cigarette Pledge Page 224. Anti-Tobacco Pledge, .... Page 224. A pledge loe make, 68 A recitation 63 Around the throne of God in heaven, . . . .115 A sinner. Lord, behold I stand, 97 A star shone in the heavens 143 As the buds their leaves unfolding, .... 5 As the soft, departing rays, 89 Away from the dusty highway, 69 B Banish gloom and sadness, 157 Begin the day ivith God, 211 Brightly gleams our banner 213 C Charity svffereth long, etc., 79 Cheerily, cheerily sing once more, .... 162 Cheerily hail the Christmas morn, . . . .144 Children, to the risen Saviour 187 Christ the Lord is risen to-day, 174 Christ was born in Bethlehem, 159 Clock Texts 2:« Come all ye little children, 70 Come children come, ioin (\r> Come, Holy Spirit, heavenly Dove 108 (.'ome, let us join, 196 Come to Jesus 28 Commandment Hymn 59 (227) 228 INDEX. D HTMN Dear little children, please give, 137 Don't drink it, boys, 66 Do unto otliers what we would expect, . . . 74 F Far out upon the prairie, 123 From sinful words I nuist refrain 60 From the cross on Calvary's mountain, . . .184 a Gather, children, gather, 171 Give, said the little stream, 134 Give to Jesus, 136 Gleam out, oh, Cliristmas bilghtness, . . . .150 Glory, glory, liallelujah, 227 Glory, glory to the Father, 238 Glory in the highest 169 Glory to the Father give, 236 God be with you, 231 Go forth, ye heralds! in My name, . . . .121 God is in Heaven, can He liear, 104 God made the slcy that looks so blue, . . . .197 Good news for little children 35 H Hail to the morn, 149 Hark, I hear the angel voices 161 Hark ! I hear the Saviour calling, . . . .27 Hark! the angels singing 148 Hark! the merry, merry bells, 142 Have you ever brouglit a penny, 124 Hear the pennies dropping, 127 He is coming! He is coming, 158 Here are joyous faces 223 Here's a lesson all should heed, 83 He's come! let ev'ry knee be bent 109 He shall build a house for my name, . . . .208 Holy Bible 1 Holy Ghost, with light divine, 110 How loving is Jesus who came, 15 How precious is the story, 21 How sweet is the Sabbath, 58 I I am a little Hindoo girl, 125 I am a little soldier, 218 I am but a penny 122 I am singing, singing 222 I am so young, O Jesus 199 INDEX, 229 HYMN I asked the little joyous bird, . . . • .195 IbeUeve in God the Father, 91 I believe in God the Fattier 237 I t-au not do great tilings lor God, 133 If Jesus Ciirist was sent, 41 1 heard the voice of Jesus say, 37 I hear tlie voices of children, 120 I know that my Redeemer lives, 186 I lay my sins on Jesus, 44 I love 'ihee. Jesus 107 I love to hear the story, ....... 230 In a country far away, 154 In days of old when Ciirist the Lord, .... 221 In the ways of true temperance, 64 Into her chamber went 98 I ought to be a happy child, 12 I promise Thee, sweet Lord. 73 I sing the mighty power of God 11 I think when I read that sweet story, ... 22 It is God's mercy, 10 It is not far to Jesus, 26 I've thought of little children 118 Ive two little hands to work, 204 I want to be an angel, 112 I want to be like Jesus 49 I was but a little lamb, 85 J Jesus invites you, oh, do not delay, . . . .228 Jesus is knocking, 32 Jesus, lover of my soul, 105 Jesus loves me 24 Jesus, Saviour, pity me, . . . . . .94 Jesus, tender Shepherd, 103 Jesus, the water of life will give, . . . . .34 Jesus. Thy blood and righteousness, . . . ,42 Jesus' voice my name is calling 31 Jesus, when a little child, 50 Just as I am, 48 K Keeping step with Jesus, 220 li Let ev'ry childish voice, 177 Lifting up each chalice bright, 7 Lift up, O little children ]R0 Lift up your faces o'er iiill and vale, .... 224 Lift tip your hands in the sanctuary, . . .212 230 INDEX. List, a thousand birds are singing List to tlie bells of Christmas, Little builders all are we. Little children, can you tell. Little cliildren, come to Jesus, Little children love each other, Little drops of water. Little gentle breath. Little hands are clapping now, Little knees should lowly bend. Long, long ago. Lord, a little tired child, Lord Jesus, I long to be perfectly Lord, teach a little child. Low in the grave He lay, M Mary to her Saviour's tomb, . Merry Christmas bells are ringing Merry, merry Christmas, More like Jesus, . . . , Mourn for the thousands slain, My faith looks up to Thee, My soul, be on thy guard, N Nearer, my God, to Thee, Never be afraid, ... Now I lay me down to sleep. Now the bursting Spring awakes. Now who are these, whose little feet, Of all the tints the light looks on. Oh, how brightly, .... Oh, many, many children. Oh, send forth the Bible, . Oh, tell us how our bread is made, Oil. the sweet, sweet words of Jesus, O joyful bells of Christmas tide, . One God I must worship supreme, One step and then another. One there is above all otliers. Only a single penny, Only little children. On this glad triumphant morning. On this happy day we gather. On this our glad birthday, O sing to me of Jesus, INDEX. 231 HYMN Our Father who in heaven art 101 Our Fatlier. which art in heaven, .... 102 Our Heav'nly King from His throne, .... 78 Our Lord is risen from the dead, 175 Out in tlie western wild, 130 Over the ocean wave, 116 P Precious Bible ! how I love thee, .... 2 Q Questions and answers, . . . °. . .26 R Ring, Sabbath bells 57 King the bells, the Christmas bells, . . . .155 Kise up, rise up so promptly, 207 Rock of Ages 43 Round our sparkling Christmas tree, . . .145 S Safe in the arms of Jesus 113 Saviour ! when in dust to Thee 92 See, the kind Shepherd Jesus stands, . . .33 Should you wish to be told, 126 Shout, shout aloud the tidings, 172 Sing a song of jugs to-night, 129 Snowdrops liftyour timid heads, . . . .182 Softly sing the love of Jesus. 18 Softly, softly through the midnight, . . . .138 Softly lohisper, softly speak, 90 So'und the battle cry, 217 Summer days 9 Sweet Easter bells are ringing, 183 T Tell me why is Christmas day, 167 Temperance Bible Texts, . . . Page 225. Ten Commandments Page 51. Texts arranged alphabetically 232 The anthem the angels were singing, . . . 147 The Author of salvation, 61 The bells are merrily ringing, 181 Tiie church of God through ages past, . . .209 The deadly cup, 61 The foxes have their dwelling 52 The little flowers came from tlie ground, . . . 173 The Lord has made me. yet sometimes, . . .203 The morning bright with rosy light, . . . .106 The pretty flow'rs have come again, .... 6 232 INDEX. There a hoy ( perhaps you), . There is a iountain tilled with blood, There is a happy land, There is beauty all around. There is something on earth, There's a Friend for little children. There's a land that is fairer than day, The snow conies down so pure, They crowned our Saviour's brow, This day belongs to God alone. Tho' dark the night, and clouds, Though I am a little child. Through the blue and starry heavens, Throw out the Life-line, . 'Tis in the Bible that we read, 'Tis wonderful love in Christ we see, To do to others as I would. To our dear Sabbath-school, . Touch not the cup it is death. To us this day in David's town, Two little eyes to look to God, Unto us a Child is born, W Wakeful shepherds, long ago. We are coming, .... We are little travelers. We are marching to the river. We'll all rise up together. We'll all stand up We'll not give up the Bible, . We love to sing of Jesus, We must not work on Sunday, We saw a star, a bright new star, What do we find in the manger, . What says the clock. Wliat tender words! how sweet a voice When'er my angry passions rise, W'hen'er you see a schoolboy, When little Samuel woke, AVhile shepherds watched their flocks Who made the sky so bright and blue When daily I kneel down to pray, Words are things of little cost. Yield not to temptation, 88