Of Jesus' sweet affection

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Of Jesus' sweet affection
I'll sing exultantly.
For me He bore affliction
And came to dwell in me.
His life and peace bestowing,
He cares unceasingly;
His love's e'er fresher growing,
More sweet and dear to me.
 
Sweeter as the days go by,
Sweeter as the days go by;
Honey, wine, excelling,
E'er love's praise I'm telling!
Sweeter as the days go by.
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Of His love's vast dimensions
I'll loud extol and praise.
What intimate affections
Ne'er leave me all my days.
So tender is my Lover;
His heart is linked to mine;
His love keeps growing richer
And deeper all the time.
 
Deeper as the days go by,
Deeper as the days go by;
Ocean's depth excelling,
E'er love's praise I'm telling!
Deeper as the days go by.
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Strong, gentle love of Jesus
I evermore shall tell;
He's stronger than the strongest;
So is His love as well.
Though earth and heavens alter,
Seas dry and rocks decay,
His love will never falter;
'Tis changeless all the way.
 
Changeless as the days go by,
Changeless as the days go by;
Sun and moon surpassing—
Praise to everlasting.
Changeless as the days go by!