Fear not, I am with thee (Hymn 686)

Verse 1: "Fear not, I am with thee"; Blessed golden ray, Like a star of glory, Lighting up my way! Through the clouds of midnight, This bright promise shone, "I will never leave thee, Never will leave thee alone." Verse 2: Roses fade around me, Lilies bloom and die, Earthly sunbeams vanish— Radiant still the sky! Jesus, Henna-flower,* Blooming for His own, Jesus, heaven's sunshine, Never will leave me alone. Verse 3: Steps unseen before me, Hidden dangers near; Nearer still my Savior, Whispering, "Be of cheer"; Joys, like birds of springtime, To my heart have flown, Singing all so sweetly, "He will not leave me alone."