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Seventh-day Adventist Hymnal · No. 310
I Would Draw Nearer to Jesus
Create PowerPoint slides from this hymn →A devotional hymn expressing the soul's longing to draw closer to Jesus and remain fully surrendered to His will. Characteristic of 19th-century gospel song piety.
Verse 1
I would draw nearer to Jesus, In His sweet presence abide,
Constantly trying to serve Him, Safe and secure at His side.
I would draw nearer to Jesus, I would draw nearer to Him;
Fully surrendered each moment, I would draw nearer to Him.
Verse 2
I would draw nearer to Jesus, Nothing withholding from Him,
Knowing He loves to be gracious, I would draw nearer to Him.
I would draw nearer to Jesus, I would draw nearer to Him;
Fully surrendered each moment, I would draw nearer to Him.
Verse 3
I would draw nearer to Jesus, Seeking Hi strength to be true,
Willing to tell of His goodness, Gladly His blest will to do.
I would draw nearer to Jesus, I would draw nearer to Him;
Fully surrendered each moment, I would draw nearer to Him.
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