Draw Me Close to Thee
Clara McAlister Brooks (1911) • English
Primary Scripture: James 4:8
Verse 1
I would be nearer, my Savior, Where I can hear Thy voice Falling in tenderest whispers, Making my heart rejoice.
Chorus
Draw me close to Thee, Draw me close to Thee; Keep me, dear Savior, so near Thy side, Draw me close to Thee.
Verse 2
I would be kept in Thy presence, Free from the strife of tongues; There shall the humble adore Thee, Raising their grateful songs.
Chorus
Draw me close to Thee, Draw me close to Thee; Keep me, dear Savior, so near Thy side, Draw me close to Thee.
Verse 3
Keep me, O Lord, in Thy shadow, When the dark tempests low’r; Safely to rest on Thy bosom, Keep me forevermore.
Chorus
Draw me close to Thee, Draw me close to Thee; Keep me, dear Savior, so near Thy side, Draw me close to Thee.
Verse 4
Swiftly the shadows are deep’ning, Light of my life, be near; Strengthen the trust I am keeping, Fill me with hope and cheer.
Chorus
Draw me close to Thee, Draw me close to Thee; Keep me, dear Savior, so near Thy side, Draw me close to Thee.
Scripture References
Reference 1
- james 4:8