Hymns for the Living Church ‎#465

465. Give of Your Best to the Master

1 Give of your best to the Master,
Give of the strength of your youth;
Throw your soul’s fresh, glowing ardor
Into the battle for truth.
Jesus has set the example--
Dauntless was He, young and brave;
Give Him your loyal devotion;
Give Him the best that you have.

Refrain:
Give of your best to the Master,
Give of the strength of your youth;
Clad in salvation’s full armor,
Join in the battle for truth.

2 Give of your best to the Master,
Give Him first place in your heart;
Give Him first place in your service,
Consecrate every part.
Give, and to you will be given--
God His beloved Son gave;
Gratefully seeking to serve Him,
Give Him the best that you have. (Refrain)

3 Give of your best to the Master,
Naught else is worthy His love;
He gave Himself for your ransom,
Gave up His glory above;
Laid down His life without murmur,
You from sin’s ruin to save;
Give Him your heart’s adoration,
Give Him the best that you have. (Refrain)

Text Information

• First Line: Give of your best to the Master
• Title: Give of Your Best to the Master
• Author: Howard B. Grose, 1851-1939
• Refrain First Line: Give of your best to the Master
• Meter: 8 7 8 7 D. with Refrain
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1974
• Scripture:
  Luke 12:48
• Topic: Christ: Example; Conflict; Dedication: of Life; Invitation: to Consecration; Youth Hymns

Tune Information

• Name: BARNARD
• Composer: Charlotte A. Barnard, 1830-1869
• Meter: 8 7 8 7 D. with Refrain
• Key: E♭ Major