7.6.7.6
Be near to me, my saviour,
When I am shamed by sin.
Help me, oh Lord, to savour
The life you give within.
Be near to me, my brother,
When I am weak and worn.
Stand near when every other
Has from my side been torn.
Be near to me in friendship
When I am all alone.
Help me to trust your headship,
My friend is on the throne.
Be near to me, my master,
When earthly pleasures call.
Help me to flee them faster
And find in you my all.
Be near to me, my shepherd,
When in the dark I dwell.
Remind me you have shattered
The sting of death and hell.
Be near to me, oh Jesus,
My saviour, brother, friend.
My master and my shepherd,
Be near unto the end.
James W. Shrimpton (2023)
CCLI song ID: 7235346
Suggested Tunes: Rutherford, Passion Chorale