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Closer to Thee, my Father, draw me,

by Mrs. E. W. Chapman

Representative text

As printed in The Church Hymnal (1941), no. 632 — the newest hymnal carrying it.

Verse 1

Closer to Thee, my Father, draw me, I long for Thine embrace; Closer within Thine arms enfold me, I seek a resting place.

Refrain

Closer with the cords of love, Draw me to Thyself above; Closer draw me, To Thyself above.

Verse 2

Closer to Thee, my Saviour, draw me Nor let me leave Thee more; Fain would I feel Thine arms around me, And count my wanderings o'er.

Verse 3

Closer by Thy sweet Spirit draw me Till I am all like Thee; Quicken, refine, and wash, and cleanse me, Till I am pure and free.

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