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 fortify¹ 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.