Hymn lyrics to “Every Time I Feel the Spirit” (aka “Ev’ry Time I Feel the Spirit”) is an African-American spiritual dating to before the US Civil War. The song has been frequently recorded by contemporary artists and gospel music groups.
Refrain
Every time I feel the Spirit
moving in my heart I will pray.
Yes, every time I feel the Spirit
moving in my heart I will pray
Verse 1
Upon the mountain, when my Lord spoke,
Out of God’s mouth came fire and smoke.
Looked all around me, it looked so fine,
Till I asked my Lord if all was mine.
[Refrain]
Verse 2
Jordan River, chilly and cold,
It chills the body but not the soul.
There is but one train upon this track.
It runs to heaven and then right back.
[Refrain]
