Be Not Far From Me

Lord, be not far from me in times of trouble.  You are my strong tower, my refuge.  You are the impenetrable force.  I will seek you in times of trouble.

Lord, be not far from me in times of blessing.  You are my faithful companion, a shout of glory.  You are the dancing Father.  I will seek you in times of blessing.

Lord, be not far from me in times of confusion.  You are my clear direction, my faultless counsel.  You are wisdom from the ages.  I will seek you in times of confusion.

Lord, be not far from me in times of victory.  You are my trustworthy Leader, my exclamation of joy. You are the trumpet sounding.  I will seek you in times of victory.

Lord, be not far from me in times of sorrow.  You are my friend – closer than a brother, my true confidant.  You are the balm that heals the heart.  I will seek you in times of sorrow.