| Intro | (Like last 2 lines of a verse) |
| Verse 1 | Jesus wants me for a sunbeam, To shine for Him each day; In every way try to please Him, At home, at school, at play. |
| Verse 2 | Jesus wants me to be loving, And kind to all I see; Showing how pleasant and happy His little one can be. |
| Refrain | A sunbeam, a sunbeam, Jesus wants me for a sunbeam; A sunbeam, a sunbeam, I'll be a sunbeam for Him. |
| Verse 3 | I will ask Jesus to help me To keep my heart from sin, Ever reflecting His goodness, And always shine for Him. |
| Verse v | I'll be a sunbeam for Jesus; I can if I but try; Serving Him moment by moment, Then live with Him on high. |
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