Jesus Christ, grow Thou in me, And all things else recede ! My heart be daily nearer Thee, From sin be daily freed.
2. Each day let Thy supporting might My weakness still embrace; My darkness vanish in Thy light, Thy life my death efface.
3. In Thy bright beams which on me fall Fade every evil thought ; That I am nothing, Thou art all, I would be daily taught.
4. More of Thy glory let me see, Thou Holy, Wise, and True ! I would Thy living image be, In joy and sorrow too.
5. Fill me with gladness from above, Hold me by strength Divine : Lord, let the glow of Thy great love Through my whole being shine.
6. Make this poor self grow less and less, Be Thou my life and aim ; Oh, make me daily through Thy grace More meet to bear Thy name !