I need thee ev'ry hour,
Most gracious Lord;
No tender voice like thine
Can peace afford.

Cho. -- I need thee, oh, I need thee,
Ev'ry hour I need thee;
Oh, bless me now, my Savior
I come to thee.

2 I need thee ev'ry hour;
Stay thou near by;
Temptations lose their power
When thou art nigh.

3 I need thee ev'ry hour,
In joy or pain;
Come quickly and abide,
Or life is vain.

4 I need thee ev'ry hour;
Teach me thy will;
And thy rich promises
In me fulfill.

5 I need thee ev'ry hour,
Most Holy One;
Oh, make me thine indeed,
Thou blessed Son.

Annie S. Hawks.