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Text:I Would Draw Nearer to Jesus
Author:Robert Harkess (1880-1961)
Tune:[I would draw nearer to Jesus, In His sweet presence abide]
Composer:Robert Harnkess (1880-1961)

310. I Would Draw Nearer to Jesus

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.

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.

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.

Text Information
First Line: I would draw nearer to Jesus, In His sweet presence abide
Title: I Would Draw Nearer to Jesus
Author: Robert Harkess (1880-1961)
Refrain First Line: I would draw nearer to Jesus, I would draw nearer to Him;
Meter: 8.7.8.7.Ref.
Publication Date: 1985
Topic: Gospel: Consecration
Tune Information
Name: [I would draw nearer to Jesus, In His sweet presence abide]
Composer: Robert Harnkess (1880-1961)
Meter: 8.7.8.7.Ref.
Incipit: 33323 45665 24323
Key: Bâ™­ Major



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