The Lord Be With Us

John Ellerton (1870) • English

Primary Scripture: Ruth 2:4

Verse 1

The Lord be with us as we bend His blessing to receive; His gift of peace on us descend 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 Shall close the day of rest; Be He of every heart the Light, Of every home the Guest.

Verse 4

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

Scripture References

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