Scripture Verse

He shall give His angels charge over thee, to keep thee in all thy ways. Psalm 91:11

Introduction

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Charles H. Gabriel
1856–1932

Words: Will­iam C. Poole, 1912.

Music: Charles H. Ga­bri­el (🔊 pdf nwc).

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William C. Poole
1875–1949

Lyrics

Christ will not fail me! how precious the word!
I am secure with my Savior and Lord;
His love faileth never, endureth forever,
And legions of angels shall over me guard.

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He promised to keep me, support and defend me
When trials o’ertake and temptations assail;
He promised to guide me, and I am persuaded
His promises never, no, never can fail.

Christ will not fail me! a child of His care;
All of my burdens He gladly will share.
He’s ever beside me, no harm can betide me,
For when I most need Him, my Savior is there.

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Christ will not fail me when tempted by sin;
He felt its power in the struggle to win.
My weakness He knoweth; His love ever showeth,
So sweetly controlling my spirit within.

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Onward I journey, no need shall I know
But that His goodness and power will bestow;
The while I am clinging, my glad heart is singing,
For Christ is beside me wherever I go.

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