JESUS, LORD, I NEED THY PRESENCE

Jesus, Lord, I need Thy presence
As I journey on my way,
For without Thee I am lonely,
And my feet are apt to stray;
But if Thou wilt walk with me
Life will calm and holy be.

Jesus, Lord, I need Thy wisdom,
For perplexing problems press,
And without Thee I am foolish,
Nor can bear the strain and stress;
But if Thou wilt counsel me
I shall true and upright be.

Jesus, Lord, I need Thy power,
For temptations come and go,
And without Thee I am helpless,
With no strength to meet the foe;
But if Thou wilt strengthen me
Life will all-triumphant be.

Jesus, Lord, I need Thy guidance,
Fire by night, and cloud by day,
For without Them I am sightless,
Groping for the proper way;
But if Thou dost lead me on
I will follow Thee alone.

Jesus, Lord, Thy love so tender
Is my greatest need of all,
For without Thee pride and anger
From unguarded lips will fall;
But if Thou Thy love impart
I shall have a gracious heart.