Nearer, Still Nearer - Hymns of Worship
Written and composed around 1898 by Leila N. Morris, "Nearer, Still Nearer" is a heartfelt hymn that reflects the desire to draw closer to God. The lyrics speak of drawing near to God's heart, seeking shelter and refuge in His presence, and coming before Him with nothing but a contrite heart. This hymn beautifully captures the essence of seeking a deeper spiritual connection and surrendering to God's grace and mercy.
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Nearer, Still Nearer #125, Hymns for Worship
Background Written by Leila N. Morris (1862-1929) Written and composed around 1898 She was a prolific song writer, who eventually went blind, but that did not deter her from her work Songs include: Let Jesus Come Into Your Heart Sweeter as the Years Go By Sweet Will of God
Vs. 1 Close to my Heart Nearer, still nearer - We are to draw near to God James 4:8, Hebrews 10:22 - Consider also, this describes an ongoing process 2 Peter 3:18 grow (present tense) Philippians 3:12 Paul pressed on
Vs. 1 Close to my Heart Close to Thy heart - We strive for closeness to our God and Lord The heart who we are within. Proverbs 4:23 keep your heart with all diligence Let it be the cross of Jesus that draws us to Him - Again, He is precious 1 Peter 2:6- 7
Vs. 1 Close to my Heart Fold me, o fold me, close to Thy breast - Fold implies the idea of enveloping or clasping, embrace The breast close to the heart. We want to be close to our Lord cf. Matthew 23:37 as a hen gathers her chicks under her wings Psalm 145:17-18 The LORD is near to those who call upon Him
Vs. 1 Close to my Heart Shelter me safe, in that haven of rest - Do I feel safe in His presence? Psalm 61:3-4 shelter, refuge, fortress all describe His strength and ability to protect us An oft used description of His protection cf. Psalm 91:1-2
Vs. 2 Nothing I Bring Nothing I bring, naught as an offering to Jesus my King - there is NOTHING that we can offer to merit our salvation 1 Timothy 6:7 we brought nothing into this world Ephesians 2:9, Titus 3:4-5 we can NEVER earn our salvation His mercy is not by works of righteousness that we have done
Vs. 2 Nothing I Bring Only, my sinful, now contrite heart - - Is our heart right and humble as we approach Him? Matthew 5:3 the poor in spirit Psalm 51:16-17 in repentance, David notes what God wants a broken and contrite heart - Micah 6:6-8 justice, mercy and humility
Vs. 2 Nothing I Bring Grant me the cleansing Thy blood doth impart - - It is through His blood we find redemption, forgiveness Revelation 1:5, Ephesians 1:7 Hebrews 9:14 His blood can cleanse us from dead works - Acts 22:16 sins washed away in baptism (where we contact His blood)
Vs. 3 Lord, to be Thine Lord to be Thine - - I must surrender to Him 2 Corinthians 5:17 Galatians 2:20 I am crucified with Christ,
Vs. 3 Lord, to be Thine Sin with its follies I gladly resign - - To resign is to give up, walk away from Philippians 3:7-8 we abhor evil - Romans 12:9, 1 Thessalonians 5:22
Vs. 3 Lord, to be Thine All of its pleasures, pomp and its pride - Continuing to address our resignation We need humility 1 Peter 5:5-6 Will we surrender sinful pleasures? Cf. Hebrews 11:25 Titus 3:3 1 John 2:15-17
Vs. 3 Lord, to be Thine Give me but Jesus, My Lord crucified - ONLY Jesus Acts 4:12 Philippians 3:8-10 that I may gain Christ - Galatians 6:14 God forbid I boast except in the cross of our Lord Jesus
Vs. 4 While life shall last While life shall last - As long as I live Hebrews 10:38-39 Revelation 2:10 - Revelation 14:13
Vs. 4 While life shall last Till safe in glory my anchor is cast - An anchor is our mooring where our faith is centered in heaven where our hope is Hebrews 6:19-20 this hope we have as an anchor
Vs. 4 While life shall last Thru endless ages ever to be, nearer my Savior, still nearer to Thee - If we are faithful, we will receive the crown of life 2 Timothy 4:7-8 It is eternal Matthew 25:46, 1 Thessalonians 4:17
Are you closer to Him today?
