Now is our salvation nearer, etc.

A SWEETLY solemn thought Comes to me o'er and o'er, To-day I'm nearer to my home Than e'er I've been before.

Nearer my Father's house, Where many mansions be, And nearer to the great white throne, Nearer the crystal sea.

Nearer the bound of life, Where falls my burden down; Nearer to where I leave my cross, And where I gain my crown.

Savior, confirm my trust, Complete my faith in thee; And let me feel as if I stood Close on eternity;

Feel as if now my feet Were slipping o'er the brink; For I may now be nearer home, Much nearer than I think.