I Know I Love Thee Better, Lord

I know I love Thee better, Lord

Than any earthly joy,

For Thou hast given me the peace

Which nothing can destroy.

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The half has never yet been told,

Of love so full and free;

The half has never yet been told,

The blood-it cleanseth me.

I know that Thou art nearer still

Than any earthly throng.

And sweeter is the thought of Thee

Than any lovely song.

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Thou hast put gladness in my heart;

Then well may I be glad!

Without the secret of Thy love

I could not but be sad.

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O Savior, precious Savior mine!

What will Thy presence be

If such a life of joy can crown

Our walk on earth with Thee?

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