I want to talk like Jesus

[drdanse]

Years ago, we used to sing a song that had lyrics like this:

"Oh, the power and the value of a fitly spoken word!
Oh, I want to talk like Jesus any time or place my voice is heard."

I'm trying to get lyrics or a song title, maybe I can get the sheet music.

Thanks,
Dale in OK

[steveliu]

Hi drdanse,

I believe this may be it. Words by John W. Peterson:

1.
O, I want to be like Jesus,
As I walk along this pilgrim way;
O I want to live like Jesus,
Showing forth His beauty every day.
This my prayer and deepest longing -
To be pure without, within.
O I want to be like Jesus,
Cleansed from dross and free from self and sin.

2.
O I want to talk like Jesus,
Gracious are the words from Him we hear:
Words of life and hope for sinners,
Tender healing words of love and cheer.
O the power and the value of a fitly spoken word!
O I want to talk like Jesus,
Any time or place my voice is heard.

3.
O I want to serve like Jesus,
Willingly He came from Heaven above;
On the earth He lived for others,
Spent His life in kindly deeds of love.
I would follow where He leads me
And His bidding always do.
O I want to serve like Jesus
Till my traveling days on earth are through.

Hope it helps. God bless!
Steve

[drdanse]

That is it exactly!! Thanks so much