Gospel Praise Book. ‎#261

261. Work for the Master

1 Ever let thy hand be busy,
Lay the threads out one by one;
Ever ply time’s ceaseless shuttle,
Till life’s work is nobly done.

Chorus:
Work then for the blessed Master!
He is with thee day by day;
Be Thou faithful to thy calling;
Work away! yes, work away!

2 Never heed the idlers round thee,
Watchful be with patient eye;
Mark thou well the noble pattern,
And thy life-work beautify. [Chorus]

3 Hand and eye must work together,
Standing ‘neath a light divine;
Thou shalt bring a lasting service,
And the “Well done” shall be thine. [Chorus]

Text Information

• First Line: Ever let thy hand be busy
• Title: Work for the Master
• Author: Mrs. E. C. Ellsworth
• Refrain First Line: Work then for the blessed Master
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1885
• Topic: Christian Work

Tune Information

• Name: [Ever let thy hand be busy]
• Composer: J. H. Tenney