No longer far—no veil of flesh will dim
For me the wondrous beauty of my King,
As he abides with me and I with him.
Abide with me; I have toiled gladly on,
A little while, in stir of care and strife;
The task is laid aside at thy command,
Make thou it perfect with thy perfect life.
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THE BLESSED FACE
Jesus, these eyes have never seen