ONLY A BEAM OF SUNSHINE

"Let your light shine before men." Matthew 5:16

Words: Frances Jane (Fanny) Crosby, in Sacred Songs & Solos, 888 Pieces, by Ira D. Sankey, late 19th Century.
Music: John Robson Sweney.

"Only a beam of sunshine,"
But oh, it was warm and bright;
The heart of a weary traveler
Was cheered by its welcome sight.
"Only a beam of sunshine"
That fell from the arch above:
And tenderly, softly whispered
A message of peace and love.

Refrain

Only a word for Jesus,
Only a whispered prayer,
Over some grief worn spirit
May rest like a sunbeam fair!

"Only a beam of sunshine"
That into a dwelling crept;
Where, over a fading rosebud,
A mother her vigil kept.
"Only a beam of sunshine"
That smiled through her falling tears,
And showed her the bow of promise,
Forgotten perhaps for years.

Refrain

Only a word for Jesus,
Oh, speak it in His dear Name,
To perishing souls around you
The message of love proclaim.
Go, like the faithful sunbeam,
Your mission of joy fulfil;
Remember the Savior's promise,
That He will be with you still.

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