Shall Bloom As A Rose

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Draw closer to Jesus,--Love, trust and obey

Author: Mark D. Ussery
Tune: [Draw closer to Jesus,--Love, trust and obey]
Published in 5 hymnals

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1 Draw closer to Jesus,--Love, trust and obey,
Your spirit will need Him From day unto day;
Make sure of His mercy, Be faithful and true,
Use well ev'ry talent Entrusted to You.

Refrain:
When shadows of ev'nign Bring life to its close,
your spirit in glory, Shall bloom as a rose.

2 When heavy your burden,--Seek often in pray'r,
Your loving Redeemer,--He knows all your care;
When troubled--in anguish, When tempted and tried,
Remember your Saviour His love will abide. [Refrain]

3 Draw closer to Jesus,--Let love rule your heart,
Live, live for His glory Wherever thou art;
When shadows of ev'nign Bring life to its close,
Your spirit in glory Shall bloom as a rose. [Refrain]

Source: Melodies of Love #75

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Author: Mark D. Ussery

Born in Marlin, TX, he was associated with F. L. Eiland and the Eiland Music Company of Waco, TX. He spent his life writing songs, teaching music, and leading singing in rural churches. Ussery was credited with about 90 songs and 3 hymn books. Ne is buried in Winters, TX. Go to person page >

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First Line:	Draw closer to Jesus,--Love, trust and obey
Title:	Shall Bloom As A Rose
Author:	Mark D. Ussery
Language:	English
Refrain First Line:	When shadows of ev'ning