The Hymnal for Worship and Celebration ‎#392

392. Nearer, Still Nearer

1 Nearer, still nearer, close to Thy heart,
Draw me, my Savior, so precious Thou art;
Fold me, O fold me close to Thy breast,
Shelter me safe in that "Haven of Rest,"
Shelter me safe in that "Haven of Rest."

2 Nearer, still nearer, nothing I bring,
Naught as an offering to Jesus, my King;
Only my sinful, now contrite heart,
Grant me the cleansing Thy blood doth impart,
Grant me the cleansing Thy blood doth impart.

3 Nearer, still nearer, while life shall last,
'Til safe in glory my anchor is cast;
Through endless ages ever to be,
Nearer, my Savior, still nearer to Thee,
Nearer, my Savior, still nearer to Thee.

Amen.

Text Information

• First Line: Nearer, still nearer, close to Thy heart
• Title: Nearer, Still Nearer
• Author: Lelia N. Morris
• Meter: 9.10.9.10.
• Publication Date: 1986
• Topic: Aspiration; Comfort and Encouragement

Tune Information

• Name: MORRIS
• Composer: Lelia N. Morris
• Meter: 9.10.9.10.
• Key: D♭ Major