take the world, but give me Jesus

one of the most played songs on my iTunes would be Take the World But Give Me Jesus by Ascend the Hill [listen to it & you'll know why]. the first time I heard it was when I lived in Australia, I had just finished watching Blood Diamond, weird but profound memory I guess. I always remember where I was when I hear a song for the first time. ever since then, it's a song that I really never get tired of hearing. anyways, this is my prayer...




Take the world, but give me Jesus,
All its joys are but a name;
For His love abideth ever,
Through eternal years the same

Take the world, but give me Jesus,
Sweetest comfort of my soul;
With my Savior watching over me,
I can sing though billows roll

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

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!

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

Oh, the height and depth of mercy!
Oh, the length and breadth of love!
Oh, the fullness of redemption,
Pledge of endless life above!

Oh, the height and depth of mercy!
Oh, the length and breadth of love!
Oh, the fullness of redemption,
Pledge of endless life above!

So take the world, but give me Jesus
So take the world, but give me Jesus
Take the world, but give me Jesus
Take the world, but give me Jesus