1. I need thee every hour, most gracious Lord;
no tender voice like thine can peace afford.
Refrain:
I need thee, O I need thee;
every hour I need thee;
O bless me now, my Savior, I come to thee.

2. I need thee every hour; stay thou nearby;
temptations lose their power when thou art nigh.
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3. I need thee every hour, in joy or pain;
come quickly and abide, or life is vain.
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4. I need thee every hour; teach me thy will;
and thy rich promises in me fulfill.
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5. I need thee every hour, most Holy One;
O make me thine indeed, thou blessed Son.
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