Nearer, My God, to Thee 

Nearer, my God, to thee, nearer to thee! 
E'en though it be a cross that raiseth me, 
still all my song shall be, 
nearer, my God, to thee; 
nearer, my God, to thee, nearer to thee! 

Though like the wanderer, the sun gone down, 
darkness be over me, my rest a stone; 
yet in my dreams I'd be 
nearer, my God, to thee; 
nearer, my God, to thee, nearer to thee! 
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There let the way appear, steps unto heaven; 
all that thou sendest me, in mercy given; 
angels to beckon me 
nearer, my God, to thee; 
nearer, my God, to thee, nearer to thee!

Psalm 145
1 I will extol thee, my God, O king; and I will bless thy name for ever and ever.
2 Every day will I bless thee; and I will praise thy name for ever and ever.
3 Great is the Lord, and greatly to be praised; and his greatness is unsearchable.

Worship Suggestion:
The sound file is looped.
1. As the song plays the first time (During Verse 1), make remarks about finding the joy of the Lord each and every day. Whether the circumstances and situations are good or whether they are challenging, we should be joyful. You will find strength and inspiration in taking the time to bless the name of the Lord. Blessing the Lord will bring to mind the help and support you have received, time after time, over the years of your faith journey.
In this reflection you will find more and more joy and encouragement for the day and the days ahead. Drawing nearer to God brings joy and peace.
2. As the song continues, (During Verses 2 - 3), read the scripture from the book of Psalm 145:1-10, 18-21. Let the song end.
3. When the song restarts, sing Verses 1 - 3 together.
4. Prayer and Meditation.

Ever Praise Music

and the Joyful Harts Music Library​