Randy Travis did a great version of this classic gospel song. He is such a great country singer! “Just a Closer Walk with Thee” is a traditional gospel song that has been performed and recorded by many artists. The lyrics were inspired by the Bible in 2 Corinthians 5:7 which says: “We walk by faith, not by sight,” and James 4:8 which says: “Come near to God and He will come near to you.” Be blessed!
About Randy Travis
Randy Travis is an American country and gospel singer, songwriter and actor. He has released 20 studio albums in his singing career and more than 50 of his singles have charted on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart. He has sold over 25 million records, and has earned 22 number one hits, six number one albums, six Grammy Awards, six CMA Awards, nine ACM awards, ten AMA awards, seven Dove awards, and a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. In 2013, Travis suffered a massive stroke that nearly killed him and left him unable to speak, sing, or play guitar. He underwent extensive therapy to regain his voice, and when he was inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame in 2016, he sang “Amazing Grace” during the ceremony.
Just a Closer Walk With Thee Lyrics
I am weak but Thou art strong
Jesus keep me from all wrong
I’ll be satisfied as long as I walk
Dear Lord, close to Thee.
Just a closer walk with Thee
Grant it Jesus, is my plea
Daily walkin’ close to Thee
Let it be, dear Lord, let it be.
Through this world of toils and snares
If I falter Lord, who cares?
Who with me my burden shares?
None but Thee, dear Lord, none but Thee.
Just a closer walk with Thee
Grant it Jesus, is my plea
Daily walkin’ close to Thee
Let it be, dear Lord, let it be.
When my feeble life is o’er
And time for me will be no more
Guide me gently, safely o’er
To Thy kingdom dear Lord, to Thy shore.
Just a closer walk with Thee
Grant it Jesus, is my plea
Daily walkin’ close to Thee
Let it be, dear Lord, let it be.
Source: LyricFind Songwriters: B. Wolaver / Folk Song
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