Author: Albert A. Ketchum Meter: 8.7.8.7 with refrain Appears in 25 hymnals Refrain First Line: Why do I sing about Jesus? Scripture: Song of Solomon 2:1 Lyrics: 1 Deep in my heart there's a gladness,
Jesus has saved me from sin!
Praise to His name--what a Savior!
Cleansing without and within.
Refrain:
Why do I sing about Jesus?
Why is He precious to me?
He is my Lord and my Savior,
Dying! He set me free!
2 Only a glimpse of His goodness,
That was sufficient for me;
Only one look at the Savior,
Then was my spirit set free. (Refrain)
3 He is the fairest of fair ones,
He is the Lily, the Rose;
Rivers of mercy surround Him,
Grace, love, and pity He shows. (Refrain) Topics: Christ Beauty Used With Tune: KETCHUM
Deep in My Heart There's a Gladness