1. I would love Thee, God and Father,
    My Redeemer, and my King;
    I would love Thee, for without Thee
    Life is but a bitter thing.
  2. I would love Thee; every blessing
    Flows to me from out Thy throne;
    I would love Thee; he who loves Thee
    Never feels himself alone.
  3. I would love Thee; look upon me,
    Ever guide me with Thine eye;
    I would love Thee; if not nourished
    By Thy love, my soul would die.
  4. I would love Thee, I have vowed it—
    On Thy love my heart is set;
    While I love Thee I will never
    My Redeemer’s blood forget.