The Lily of the Valley: Lyrics, History & Instrumental (I Have Found a Friend in Jesus)
Song based on the Bible verse:
Song of Solomon 2:1
I am the rose of Sharon,
And the lily of the valleys.
Song written by:
Original in English: Charles W. Fry [William Charles Fry] (May 30, 1838, Alderbury, Wiltshire, England, UK – August 24, 1882, Park Hall, Polmont, Stirlingshire, Scotland, UK)
Find peace and spiritual refreshment in this beautiful instrumental rendition of “The Lily of the Valley.” Let the soul-stirring melody remind you that Jesus is the “fairest of ten thousand” and your constant comfort in every season.
Whether you are looking for prayer music, study background, or a moment of quiet reflection, let these peaceful notes lead you into a deeper worship experience.
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I have found a friend in Jesus He’s everything to me
He’s the fairest of ten thousand to my soul
The Lily of the Valley in Him alone I see
All I need to cleanse and make me fully whole
In sorrow He’s comfort in trouble He’s my stay
He tells me every care on Him to roll
He’s the Lily of the Valley the Bright and Morning Star
He’s the fairest of ten thousand to my soul
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He all my grief has taken and all my sorrows borne
In temptation He’s my strong and mighty tower
I have all for Him forsaken and all my idols torn
From my heart and now He keeps me by His power
Though all the world forsake me and Satan tempt me sore
Through Jesus I shall safely reach he goal
He’s the Lily of the Valley the Bright and Morning Star
He’s the fairest of ten thousand to my soul
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He will never never leave me nor yet forsake me here
While I live by faith and do His blessed will
A wall of fire about me I’ve nothing now to fear
With His manna He my hungry soul shall fill
Then sweeping up to glory to see His blessed face
Where rivers of delight shall ever roll
He’s the Lily of the Valley the Bright and Morning Star
He’s the fairest of ten thousand to my soul
We hope this instrumental version of ‘The Lily of the Valley’ serves as a peaceful background for your daily devotions. If this music touched your heart, feel free to share it with someone who needs a reminder of God’s constant comfort today.
“I have found a friend in Jesus, He’s everything to me…”
Experience the timeless hymn “The Lily of the Valley” (also known as “I Have Found a Friend in Jesus”). Written by Charles W. Fry in 1881, this beloved hymn draws its inspiration from Song of Solomon 2:1 and Revelation 22:16, portraying Christ as our ultimate comfort, our “Bright and Morning Star,” and our strongest tower in times of trouble.
📜 Biblical Inspiration: “I am the rose of Sharon, and the lily of the valleys.” — Song of Solomon 2:1
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✍️ About the Author: William Charles Fry (1838–1882) was a bricklayer by trade and a leader in the Salvation Army. He wrote this hymn to be set to a popular melody of his time, and it has since become a cornerstone of Christian worship worldwide.
Lyrics for Reflection: He’s the Lily of the Valley, the Bright and Morning Star, He’s the fairest of ten thousand to my soul.
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“He tells me every care on Him to roll…” 🙏 We hope this instrumental version of ‘The Lily of the Valley’ brings peace to your heart today. Which verse of this hymn resonates with you the most?
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