150. Nearer the Cross

1 Nearer the cross, my heart can say,
I'm coming nearer,
Nearer the cross from day to day,
I'm coming nearer;
Nearer the cross where Jesus died,
Nearer the fountain's crimson tide,
Nearer my Saviour's wounded side,
I'm coming nearer,
I'm coming nearer.

2 Nearer the Christian's mercy-seat,
I'm coming nearer,
Feasting my soul on manna sweet.
I'm coming nearer;
Stronger in faith more clear I see
Jesus who gave himself for me,
Nearer to him I still would be,
Still coming nearer,
Still coming nearer.

3 Nearer in prayer my hope aspires,
I'm coming nearer;
Deeper the love my soul desires,
I'm coming nearer;
Nearer the end of toil and care,
Nearer the joy I long to share,
Nearer the crown I soon shall wear,
I'm coming nearer, I'm coming nearer.

Text Information
First Line: Nearer the cross, my heart can say
Title: Nearer the Cross
Author: Mrs. V.
Language: English
Publication Date: 1875
Tune Information
Name: [Nearer the cross, my heart can say]
Composer: Mrs. J. F. Knapp



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