Every day I need you Lord

　　But this day especially，

　　I need some extra strength

　　To face what ever is to be.

　　This day more than any day

　　I need to feel you near，

　　To fortify my courage

　　And to overcome my fear.

　　By myself，I cannot meet

　　The challenge of the hour，

　　There are times when humans help，

　　But we need a higher power

　　To assist us bear what must be borne，

　　and so dear Lord，I pray -

　　Hold on to my trembling hand

　　And be near me today.