89 - I want to be like Jesus (c)

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1. I have one deep supreme desire, That I may be like Jesus. To this I fervently desire, That I may be like Jesus. I want my heart his throne to be. So that a watching world may see his likeness shining forth in me. That I may be like Jesus.
2. He spent his life in doing good. I want to be like Jesus. In lowly paths of service trod, I want to be like Jesus. He sympathized with hearts distressed, he spoke the words that cheered and blessed. He welcomed sinners to his breast. I want to be like Jesus.
3. A holy harmless life he led. I want to be like Jesus. The Father’s will, his drink and bread. I want to be like Jesus. And when last he comes to die. “forgive them Father” hear him cry. For those who taunt and crucify, I want to be like Jesus.
4. O perfect life of Christ my Lord. I want to be like Jesus. My recompense and my reward. I want to be like Jesus. His spirit fill my hungry soul, his power all my life control. My deepest prayer, my highest goal. I want to be like Jesus.