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Words and music by unknown authorKey signature: B flat major (2 flats)Time signature: 6/8Meter: 7.6.7.7.8.7.8.7. with RefrainPublic DomainBible passages: Matthew 14:30, Hebrews 13:51. I’ve seen the lightning flashing, I’ve heard the thunder roll, I’ve felt sin’s breakers dashing, Which almost conquered my soul; I’ve heard the voice of my Savior, Bidding me still to fight on; He promised never to leave me, Never to leave me alone!Refrain: No, never alone, No, never alone; He promised never to leave me, Never to leave me alone; No, never alone, No, never alone; He promised never to leave me, Never to leave me alone.2. The world’s fierce winds are blowing; Temptation sharp and keen; I have a peace in knowing My Savior stands between; He stands to shield me from danger When all my friends are gone: He promised never to leave me, Never to leave me alone!3. When in affliction’s valley I tread the road of care, My Savior helps me to carry The cross so heavy to bear; Tho’ all around me is darkness, Earthly joys all flown; My Savior whispers His promise: Never to leave me alone!4. He died on Calv’ry’s mountain, For me they pierced His side, For me He opened that fountain, The crimson, cleansing tide; For me He’s waiteth in glory, Seated upon His throne; He promised never to leave me, Never to leave me alone!
Created by Mobile Hymns, 2026