683 O for a closer walk with God

1 O for a closer walk with God, a calm and heavenly frame, a light to shine upon the road that leads me to the Lamb!

2 Where is the blessedness I knew when first I saw the Lord? Where is the soul-refreshing view of Jesus and his word?

3 Return, O holy Dove, return, sweet messenger of rest; I hate the sins that made thee mourn, and drove thee from my breast.

4 The dearest idol I have known, whate'er that idol be, help me to tear it from thy throne, and worship only thee.

5 So shall my walk be close with God, calm and serene my frame; so purer light shall mark the road that leads me to the Lamb.