The Sun of righteousness rises in the East.

Oh God! Your glory fills heaven and earth.

My beautiful beloved, Your love surrounds me.

Those who seek truth all love God.

In the early morning, though I rise alone,

joy’s in my heart as I ponder God’s words.

His gentle words, like a loving mother.

His words of judgment, like a father’s reproof.

Chorus

God’s love encircles my heart.

Almighty God is so lovely.

Nothing else in this world do I love.

God’s love encircles my heart.

I love Him wholly, I love Him only.

God’s love encircles my heart.

Verse 2

God’s will has been revealed

to perfect all those who truly love Him.

The innocent ones, pulsing with life,

offer up your praises to Him.

A dance of joy is beautiful;

leap and prance around the throne.

From the earth’s four corners, we all come,

summoned by the voice of God.

Chorus

God’s love encircles my heart.

Almighty God is so lovely.

Nothing else in this world do I love.

God’s love encircles my heart.

I love Him wholly, I love Him only.

God’s love encircles my heart.

Bridge

God’s words of life are bestowed on us.

We are being cleansed by His judgment.

Love grows stronger from being refined.

It’s sweet to enjoy His love.

Chorus

God’s love encircles my heart.

Almighty God is so lovely.

Nothing else in this world do I love.

God’s love encircles my heart.

I love Him wholly, I love Him only.

God’s love encircles my heart.

Outro

Your love encircles my heart, oh God!

Your love encircles my heart.

Your love encircles my heart, dear God!

Your love encircles my heart.

from Follow the Lamb and Sing New Songs