Keep Me Near Thee
William J. Henry • English
Primary Scripture: Psalm 148:14
Verse 1
Keep me near Thee, blessed Jesus, Keep me near Thee lest I stray; With Thy mighty hand uphold me, Lead me gently all the way.
Chorus
Life without Thee would be dreary, Cheerless all my path would be; But while walking in Thy presence, Heaven’s glory shines on me.
Verse 2
Keep me near Thee, precious Savior, Many snares are by the way; ’Neath Thy balmy wings protect me, Draw me nearer Thee each day.
Chorus
Life without Thee would be dreary, Cheerless all my path would be; But while walking in Thy presence, Heaven’s glory shines on me.
Verse 3
Help me live so near Thee, Jesus, That Thy whispers I may hear, Let me feel Thy arms around me When the hand of danger’s near.
Chorus
Life without Thee would be dreary, Cheerless all my path would be; But while walking in Thy presence, Heaven’s glory shines on me.
Verse 4
Draw me nearer, blessed Jesus, Closely fold me to Thy breast; Pillowed on Thy loving bosom, Let me ever sweetly rest.
Chorus
Life without Thee would be dreary, Cheerless all my path would be; But while walking in Thy presence, Heaven’s glory shines on me.
Scripture References
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