Only a beam of sunshine, But oh, it was warm and bright; The heart of a weary traveler Was cheered by its welcome sight. Only a beam of sunshine; That fell from the arch above: And tenderly, softly whispered A message of peace and love. Refrain Only a word for Jesus, Only a whispered prayer, Over some grief worn spirit May rest like a sunbeam fair! Only a beam of sunshine That into a dwelling crept; Where, over a fading rosebud, A mother her vigil kept. Only a beam of sunshine That smiled through her falling tears, And showed her the bow of promise, Forgotten perhaps for years. Refrain Only a word for Jesus, Oh, speak it in His dear Name, To perishing souls around you The message of love proclaim. Go, like the faithful sunbeam, Your mission of joy fulfill; Remember the Savior's promise, That He will be with you still. Refrain