I KNOW I LOVE

I know I love Thee better, Lord,

Than any earthly joy,

For Thou hast given me the peace

Which nothing can destroy.

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.

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.

O Saviour, precious Saviour, mine!

What will Thy presence be,

If such a life of joy can crown

Our walk on earth with Thee?