Author: H. F. Lyte (1793-1847) Hymnal: Hymns for Today's Church (2nd ed.) #425 (1987) Meter: 10.10.10.10 Topics: Pentecost 17 The Proof of Faith Lyrics: 1 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.
2 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 -
you never change, O Lord: abide with me!
3 I need your presence every passing hour:
what but your grace can foil the tempter's power?
Who like yourself my guide and strength can be?
Through cloud and sunshine, Lord, abide with me!
4 I have no fear with you at hand to bless;
ills have no weight and tears no bitterness.
Where is death's sting? Where, grave, your victory?
I triumph still if you abide with me.
5 Hold now your Word 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! Scripture: Luke 24:29 Languages: English Tune Title: EVENTIDE
Abide with me, fast falls the eventide
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