Standard (EADGBE)

Verse 1

Take the world, but give me Jesus,

All its joys are but a name;

But His love abideth ever,

Through eternal years the same

Verse 2

Take the world, but give me Jesus,

Sweetest comfort of my soul;

With my Savior watching over me,

I can sing though billows roll

Verse 3

Take the world, but give me Jesus,

Let me view His constant smile;

Then throughout this life's long journey

He will lead me all the while

Verse 4

Take the world, but give me Jesus.

In His cross my trust shall be,

Till, with clearer, brighter vision,

Face to face my Lord I see!

Chorus

So take the world, but give me Jesus

Take the world, but give me Jesus

Take the world, but give me Jesus

Take the world, but give me Jesus

Bridge 1

Oh, the height and depth of mercy!

Oh, the length and breadth of love!

Oh, the fullness of redemption,

Pledge of endless life above!