Author: Fanny J. Crosby (1820-1915) Meter: 8.7.8.7 with refrain Appears in 125 hymnals First Line: Take the world, but give me Jesus; All its joys are but a name Refrain First Line: Oh, the height and depth of mercy! Lyrics: 1 Take the world, but give me Jesus; All its Joys are but ... redemption, Pledge of endless life above. 2 Take the world, but give ... . [Refrain] 3 Take the world, but give me Jesus; Let me view ... Jesus; In His cross my trust shall be, Till, with clearer, brighter ... Topics: Gospel Consecration Used With Tune: [Take the world, but give me Jesus; All its joys are but a name]
Take the World, but Give Me Jesus