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Just a Little Nearer

C. A. Fyke • English

Primary Scripture: James 4:8

Verse 1

Heav'nly Father, I would be Just a little nearer; I would all thy glory see Just a little clearer.

Chorus

Nearer, nearer would I be, Just a little nearer; Draw me nearer, Lord, to thee, Just a little nearer.

Verse 2

Lest I wander, Lord, from thee, Just a little nearer May thy Spirit ever be Just a little nearer.

Chorus

Nearer, nearer would I be, Just a little nearer; Draw me nearer, Lord, to thee, Just a little nearer.

Verse 3

Let thy love encompass me, Just a little nearer; Height and depth of love must be Just a little nearer.

Chorus

Nearer, nearer would I be, Just a little nearer; Draw me nearer, Lord, to thee, Just a little nearer.

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