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The Lord Be With Us

John Ellerton (1870) • English

Primary Scripture: James 3:17-18

Verse 1

The Lord be with us as each day His blessings we receive; His gift of peace on all we pray, Before His courts we leave.

Verse 2

The Lord be with us as we walk Along our homeward road; In silent thought or friendly talk Our hearts be near to God.

Verse 3

The Lord be with us till the night Enfold our day of rest; Be He of every heart the Light, Of every home the Guest.

Verse 4

The Lord be with us thro' the hours Of slumber calm and deep, Protect our homes, renew our powers, And guard His people's sleep.

Verse 5

AMEN.

Scripture References

Reference 1

  • james 3:17-18

Reference 2

  • james 4:8