1 I need thee every hour, most gracious Lord; no tender voice like thine can peace afford. Refrain I need thee, O I need thee; every hour I need thee; O bless me now, my Savior, I come to thee. 2 I need thee every hour; stay thou nearby; temptations lose their power when thou art nigh. 3 I need thee every hour, in joy or pain; come quickly and abide, or life is vain. 4 I need thee every hour; teach me thy will; and thy rich promises in me fulfill.