Nearer, Still Nearer

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

Nearer, still nearer, nothing I bring

Naught as an off'ring 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

Nearer, still nearer, Lord, to be Thine

Sin with its follies I gladly resign

All of its pleasures, pomp, and its pride

Give me but Jesus, my Lord, crucified

Give me but Jesus, my Lord, crucified

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