Be near me Lord Jesus
Close by me everyday
Guide me and protect me
From Satan's evil ways
Never let me wander
Or ever let me stray
Tell me that You're with me
Close by me everyday
Be near me Lord Jesus
I need You by my side
Give me strength and courage
And knowledge to decide
Between the right from wrong
Your word I cannot stray
Your presence is needed
Close by me everyday
Be near me Lord Jesus
I need to feel Your touch
You're all that I live for
I love You very much
I know that You love me
It's in the words You say
I can feel You near me
Close by me everyday