CCLI Song #4551519
Scripture Reference: Mark 12:29-32; I Peter 5:10-11
Theme: gathering, benediction
Key: D
Mood/Tempo: upbeat/medium
This is a "bookend" song—the first verse is an invocation at the beginning of worship; the second verse is a benediction at the end of the service. When we use it, we do the first verse twice as the opening song and the second verse twice as the closing song.
As We Draw Near .pdf file (sheet music)
As We Draw Near .mid sound file (audio sample)
As We Draw Near .pdf file (bulletin insert)
As We Draw Near
Verse 1 (gathering)
As we draw near we worship You
With heart and soul,
With mind and strength.
Holy God, we worship You
In thought and word and deed.
Surround us with Your radiance,
Support us with Your permanence,
Sustain us with Your holy presence,
Draw us near in peace.
Verse 2 (benediction)
As we go forth we worship You
With heart and soul,
With mind and strength.
Holy God, we worship You
Wherever our steps lead.
Surround us with Your radiance,
Support us with Your permanence,
Sustain us with Your holy presence,
Send us forth in peace.