Abide With Me, Jesus

In shadows deep where sorrows creep,  
I call to You in whispered plea,  
O gentle light, my heart's delight,  
Abide with me, dear Jesus, be.  

Through stormy nights and trials fierce,  
When hope seems lost like distant stars,  
Your love my shield; Your grace revealed,  
Will guide me past these worldly scars.  

When burdens weigh and fears invade,  
And darkness veils the path I tread,  
With every breath I seek Your rest—  
Abide with me; let courage spread.  

In quiet moments ‘neath the trees,  
Where nature sings in soft refrain,  
Your presence stills each anxious thought—  
A balm that heals all of my pain.  

As seasons turn and rivers flow,  
Through joy and grief Your hand will lead;  
In every tear and silent prayer—   
Abide with me; fulfill this need.  

So here I stand in faith’s embrace,  
With open heart to welcome Thee.  
My Savior kind—forever bind:    
In love's sweet song abide with me.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2024

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