Take the world, but give me Jesus All it's joys are but a name But his love endures forever, through eternal years the same Oh the height and depth of mercy Oh the length and breadth of love Oh the fullness of redemption Pledge of endless life above Take the world, but give me Jesus Sweetest comfort of my soul With my savior watching over I can sing though billows roll Through every trial and temptation Through pursuit of glories vain In poverty or life's great riches Give me Jesus precious name Take the world, but give me Jesus In his cross my trust shall be Till with clear and brighter vision Face to face my lord I'll see