I need thee every hour, most gracious Lord; No tender voice like thine can peace afford. I need thee every hour, stay thou nearby; Temptations lose their pow'r when thou art nigh. R.: I need thee every hour, I need thee; Oh, bless me now, my Savior, I come to thee. I need thee every hour, in joy or pain; Come quickly and abide, or life is vain. I need thee every hour, most holy One; Oh, make me thine indeed, thou blessed Son! R.