Lyrics
Abide with me,
Fast falls the eventide;
The darkness deepens;
Lord with me abide.
When other helpers
Fail and comforts flee,
Help of the helpless,
O abide with me.
Swift to its close
Ebbs out life's little day;
Earth's joys grow dim;
Its glories pass away;
Change and decay
In all around I see;
O Thou who changest not,
Abide with me.
Come now in power,
As the King of kings,
All kind and good,
With healing in Thy wings,
Save from my woes,
And hear O Lord my plea-
Come, Friend of sinners,
And abide with me.
I need Thy presence
Every passing hour.
What but Thy grace
Can foil the tempter's power?
Who, like Thyself,
My Guide and Stay can be?
Through cloud and sunshine,
Lord, abide with me.
I fear no foe,
With Thee at hand to bless;
Ills have no weight,
And tears no bitterness.
Where is death's sting?
Where, grave, thy victory?
I triumph still,
If Thou abide with me.
Hold Thou Thy cross
Before my closing eyes;
Shine through the gloom
And point me to the skies.
Heaven's morning breaks,
And earth's vain shadows flee;
In life, in death,
O Lord, abide with me.
Song History & Meaning
Composer / Hymnodist: Henry F. Lyte
When the shadows of life lengthen and human strength fades, we are reminded that our true security rests in the unchanging presence of Jesus. As earthly comforts dim and helpers fail, Christ remains the faithful anchor who never departs. This beloved hymn invites us to lay down our self-reliance and rest deeply in His abiding love. May your heart find quiet peace today, knowing that the Savior who walked through the deepest darkness holds you securely through every evening of the soul.
📖 Related Scripture Passages:
- John 15:4: “Remain in me, and I in you. As the branch can’t bear fruit by itself, unless it remains in the vine, so neither can you, unless you remain in me.”
- Psalm 23:4: “Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for you are with me. Your rod and your staff, they comfort me.”
- Deuteronomy 31:6: “Be strong and courageous. Don’t be afraid, nor be scared of them; for Yahweh your God is he who goes with you. He will not fail you nor forsake you.””