This is a beautiful song that is part of my evening ritual when I say good night to my daughter. If you’re looking for a version of the whole song, Sara Groves has a good one.

I find this first verse especially to be an excellent prayer of trust and humility. When things are going well, we feel secure, but we see the truth of our helplessness and need for God when “other helpers fail and comforts flee.” May God give you grace to trust him in prosperity and adversity, and to rejoice in his tender care.

Transcript:

Abide with me

Fast falls the eventide

The darkness deepens

Lord with me abide

When other helpers fail

And comforts flee

Help of the helpless

Abide with me