This song by Fr Frank Andersen, from Eagle’s Wings is based on Philemon 1:3-11. I’m not sure how a text like this can actually be used.
His music can be purchased here.
Chorus
I thank my God each time I think of you.
And when I pray for you I pray with joy.
1
Now there is one thing I am sure of
He who begins this work in you
Will see that it is truly finished
When the day of Jesus comes.
2
That I should feel like this towards you
Seems only natural to me.
For you have shared with me my labours;
The Gospel privilege with me.
3
Since you have borne with me my burdens,
I now bear you within my heart.
And God alone knows how I miss you.
I love you just as Christ loves me.
3
Since you have borne with me my burdens,
I now bear you in my heart.
And God alone knows how I miss you.
I love you just as Christ loves me.
4
I pray your knowledge will be deepened.
Your love be mutual and strong.
Then you will reach the perfect goodness.
Then to the Lord you will belong.
© Frank Andersen 1979