The United Methodist Hymnal

472

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, 1903
MUSIC: Cleland B. McAfee, 1903
Theme: Calmness and Serenity; Comfort; Hope; Sanctifiying and Perfecting Grace: Prayer, Trust, Hope; Service Music: Invitation to Prayer