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I Need Thee Every Hour: Hymn Background and Meaning

Explore the origins and significance of the hymn "I Need Thee Every Hour," written by Annie S. Hawks in 1872 and composed by Robert Lowry. Reflect on the themes of dependence on the Lord, finding peace in His presence, facing temptations, and surrendering to His will. This hymn serves as a reminder of our constant need for God in both good and bad times, emphasizing the call to abide in Him always. Discover the profound messages woven into the lyrics and the spiritual implications of the song as it resonates with believers seeking a deeper connection with their Savior.

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I Need Thee Every Hour: Hymn Background and Meaning

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  1. Sermons fromSong “I Need Thee Every Hour”#52

  2. Background • Written in 1872 by Annie S. Hawks • Composed (and chorus) by Robert Lowry • IT was some 16 years later she realized the impact of this song on so many

  3. Background • A hymn that reminds us that we always need the Lord! • Psa. 86:1 • John 15:5 • 2 Cor. 3:4-5

  4. Vs. 1 – True peace • I need Thee every hour • Most gracious Lord • Associated with grace, He is generous • The gifts of God – John 3:16, Rom. 6:23, 5:8 • 2 Cor. 9:14-15, Eph. 1:19, 3:19, Psa. 116:5

  5. Vs. 1 – True peace • No tender voice like Thine can peace afford • Our source of TRUE peace • John 14:27, Isa. 9:6 “prince of peace” Col. 3:15, Rom. 10:15, 5:1, Eph. 2:14

  6. Vs. 2 – Facing temptations • …Stay Thou nearby • He is near – Ac. 17:27, Jas. 4:8, Heb. 13:5-6

  7. Vs. 2 – Facing temptations • Temptations lose their power, when Thou art nigh • We all struggle • With Him we can overcome Heb. 4:15-16, 2:18; 1 Cor. 10:13, Heb. 10:22

  8. Vs. 3, In good & bad times • …in joy or pain • Our challenge, to ALWAYS need Him! • Job 2:10, Phil. 4:11-13 • Do not treat Him as if He has an “on/off switch”

  9. Vs. 3, In good & bad times • Come quickly and abide, or life is vain • Let us need Him with haste 2 Cor. 6:2 • Or life is vain – Eccl. 12:12-14, John 15:5, 2 Cor. 13:5

  10. Vs. 4, Most Holy One • …most Holy One • God is holy Isa. 6:3, Rev. 4:8 • Jesus is holy – John 6:69, AC. 2:27, Mark 1:24 • Remember WHO you are approaching! Cf. Isa. 59:2, Hab. 1:13

  11. Vs. 4, Most Holy One • O make me Thine indeed, Thou blessed Son • We surrender to Him • By obeying the gospel – Mk. 16:16, Rom. 10:9-10, Ac. 2:38, 22:16, Gal. 3:27, … • By faithful service – 2 Cor. 5:17

  12. Chorus • I need Thee…Every hour…O bless me now my Savior, I come to Thee • The intensity of our need is reemphasized. • We CHOOSE Him… because - Rom. 8:37

  13. A fifth verse (4th stanza) • I need Thee every hourTeach me Thy willAnd Thy rich promisesIn me fulfill

  14. Conclusion • Spiritually - Without the Lord we are helpless. • This song often sung before prayers (and could be an invitation)

  15. Do you Really Need Him?Rev. 3:20

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