We are but little children weak, Nor born in any high estate; What can we do for Jesus' sake, Who is so high, and good, and great ?
2. Oh, day by day each Christian child Has much to do, without, within ; A death to die for Jesus' sake, A weary war to wage with sin.
3. When deep within our swelling hearts The thoughts of pride and anger rise ; When bitter words are on our tongues, And tears of passion in our eyes :
4. Then we may stay the angry blow, Then we may check the hasty word ; Give gentle answers back again, And fight a battle for our Lord.
5. With smiles of peace and looks of love Light in our dwellings we may make; Bid kind good humour brighten there â And still do all for Jesus' sake.
6. There's not a child so small and weak But has his little cross to take, His little work of love and praise That he may do for Jesus' sake.