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1218.

[Jesus, I believe Thee near]

Thus saith the Lord, keep ye judgment, &c. —lvi. 1.

Jesus, I believe Thee near:
My Salvation shall appear,

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My Salvation from all sin
When I have my Lord within,
Righteousness in Thee is mine,
Spotless righteousness Divine.
Coming in a way of grace
Thee I hasten to embrace,
In the way of duty I
Look to find Thee passing by,
Tow'rd the great Salvation press,
Follow after righteousness.
Thus to meet my Lord I go,
Thus I wait Thy love to know,
Righteousness so long conceal'd,
Perfect love in me reveal'd;
Perfect love, O Christ, Thou art;
Dwell for ever in my heart.