Author: Cleland Boyd McAfee, 1866-1944 Hymnal: Hymns for a Pilgrim People #387 (2007) Meter: 8.6.8.6 D First Line: There is a place of quiet rest Refrain First Line: O Jesus, blest Redeemer Lyrics: 1 There is a place of quiet rest,
Near to the heart of God;
A place where sin cannot molest,
Near to the heart of God.
Refrain:
O Jesus, blest Redeemer,
Sent from the heart of God,
Hold us, who wait before Thee,
Near to the heart of God.
2 There is a place of comfort sweet,
Near to the heart of God;
A place where we our Savior meet,
Near to the heart of God. [Refrain]
3 There is a place of full release,
Near to the heart of God;
A place where all is joy and peace,
Near to the heart of God. [Refrain] Topics: Comfort; Funeral; Peace; Encouragement Scripture: Psalm 73:28 Languages: English Tune Title: MCAFEE
Near to the Heart of God