The New Church Hymnal ‎#405

405. Sweeter as the Years Go By

1 Of Jesus' love that sought me When I was lost in sin;
Of wondrous grace that brought me Back to His fold again;
Of heights and depths of mercy, Far deeper than the sea,
And higher than the heavens, My theme shall ever be.

Refrain:
Sweeter as the years go by,
Sweeter as the years go by;
Richer, fuller, deeper, Jesus' love is sweeter,
Sweeter as the years go by.

2 He trod in old Judea Life's pathway long ago;
The people thronged about Him, His saving grace to know.
He healed the broken-hearted, And caused the blind to see;
And still His great heart yearneth In love for even me. [Refrain]

3 'Twas wondrous love which led Him For us to suffer loss,
To bear without a murmur The anguish of the Cross.
With saints redeemed in glory, Let us our voices raise,
Till heav'n and earth re-echo With our Redeemer's praise. [Refrain]

Text Information

• First Line: Of Jesus' love that sought me
• Title: Sweeter as the Years Go By
• Author: Lelia N. Morris
• Refrain First Line: Sweeter as the years go by
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1976
• Topic: Love: God's Love; Christ: His love; Christ: Life and Ministry; The Christian Life: Testimony; Cross; Grace & Mercy; Praise; Worship Hymns
• Copyright: Copyright 1912. Renewed 1940 by Nazarene Publishing House. Used by Permission.

Tune Information

• Name: [Of Jesus' love that sought me]
• Composer: Lelia N. Morris
• Key: B♭ Major
• Copyright: Copyright 1912. Renewed 1940 by Nazarene Publishing House. Used by Permission.