The Celebration Hymnal

617

Near to the Heart of God

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]

WORDS: Cleland B. McAfee
MUSIC: Cleland B. McAfee
Theme: Walking with God: Comfort and Encouragement