Author: William Cowper Hymnal: Celebrating Grace Hymnal #679 (2010) Meter: 8.6.8.6 Hymnal Title: Celebrating Grace Hymnal Lyrics: 1 O for a closer walk with God,
a calm and heavenly frame,
a light to shine upon the road
that leads me to the Lamb!
2 Where is the blessedness I knew
when first I sought the Lord?
Where is the soul refreshing view
of Jesus and His word?
3 Return, O holy Dove, return,
sweet messenger of rest!
I hate the sins that made Thee mourn
and drove Thee from my breast.
4 The dearest idol I have known,
whate'er that idol be,
help me to tear it from Thy throne,
and worship only Thee.
5 So shall my walk be close with God,
serene and calm my frame;
so purer light shall mark the road
that leads me to the Lamb. Topics: The Church on Mission Daily Life; Daily Life; Sin Languages: English Tune Title: AVON
O for a Closer Walk with God