I need Jesus, my need I now confess;

No friend like Him in times of deep distress;

I need Jesus, the need I gladly own;

Though some may bear their load alone,

Yet I need Jesus.

I need Jesus, I need a friend like Him,

A friend to guide when paths of life are dim;

I need Jesus, when foes my soul assail;

Alone I know I can but fail,

So I need Jesus.

I need Jesus, I need Him to the end;

No one like Him, He is the sinner's friend;

I need Jesus, no other friend will do;

So constant, kind, so strong and true,

Yes, I need Jesus.