Author: Fanny J. Crosby Hymnal: The Hymnal for Worship and Celebration #443 (1986) Meter: 8.7.8.7 with refrain First Line: Take the world, but give me Jesus Refrain First Line: O the height and depth of mercy! Lyrics: 1 Take the world, but give me Jesus,
All its joys are but a name;
But His love abideth ever,
Thru eternal years the same.
Refrain:
O the height and depth of mercy!
O the length and breadth of love!
O the fullness of redemption,
Pledge of endless life above!
2 Take the world, but give me Jesus,
Sweetest comfort of my soul;
With my Savior watching o’er me,
I can sing tho billows roll. [Refrain]
3 Take the world, but give me Jesus,
Let me view His constant smile;
Then thruout my pilgrim journey
Light will cheer me all the while. [Refrain]
4 Take the world, but give me Jesus,
In His cross my trust shall be;
Till, with clearer, brighter vision,
Face to face my Lord I see. [Refrain] Topics: Christ Grace, Love and Mercy; Commitment and Consecration; Holiness and Purity; Stewardship and Service; Testimony and Praise Tune Title: GIVE ME JESUS
Give Me Jesus