Closer to Thee

Verse 1

Closer to Thee, near to Thy side, Closer dear Lord, I would abide; Hold me in Thy embrace, 'Neath ev'ry smile of grace, Grant me, Thy child, a place Closer to Thee.

Verse 2

Closer to Thee, near to Thy breast, Closer to Thee; Lord, let me rest; Guide me when I would stray, Keep me from sin each day, Draw me, dear Lord, I pray, Closer to Thee.

Verse 3

Closer to Thee, happy and free, Grant me O Lord, ever to be; Hear me in ev'ry cry, Stand near when I must die, Then take me home on high, Closer to Thee.