Bryan Edward Duncan (born on March 16, 1953 in Riverside, California), is a… Read Full Bio ↴Bryan Edward Duncan (born on March 16, 1953 in Riverside, California), is an American Contemporary Christian musician with four Dove Awards to his credit (for his participation in various artist collections) along with a Grammy for his part in a 1996 Andraé Crouch tribute album.

Duncan began his solo career in 1985 with his old label Light Records following the dissolution in 1984 of his prior musical endeavor Sweet Comfort Band. Since then, he has recorded for four different labels, including his own imprint, Red Road Records. His material since after 2012 has been self-released with 2019's SHINE the most recent. In 1992, CCM Industry trade magazine Christian Research Report named his album MERCY their Album of the Year.

I Need Thee Every Hour
Bryan Duncan Lyrics

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I need thee every hour
Most gracious Lord
No tender voice like thine
Can peace afford

I need thee, oh, I need thee
Every hour I need thee
O bless me now, my Saviour

I come to thee

I need thee every hour
In joy or pain
Come quickly and abide
Or life is in vain

I need thee, oh, I need thee
Every hour I need thee

O bless me now, my Saviour
I come to thee

Overall Meaning

In this song, Bryan Duncan is expressing his dependence on God. He acknowledges that there is no other voice that can bring him the peace that he desperately needs other than the voice of God. He confesses that he needs God every hour of every day whether he experiences joy or pain. He implores God to come and abide with him, otherwise, life would be meaningless without His presence.

The song is a cry for help and a reminder that we cannot go through life alone. We need God at every moment of our lives. Whether we are experiencing happiness or sadness, God's presence is required to make it through. The lyrics point out that God's role in our lives is far beyond just a guiding force, but He is also a source of peace and joy that cannot be replaced by anything in the world. The song is a call to all believers to humble themselves before God and request His help and guidance daily.

Line by Line Meaning

I need thee every hour
I am dependent on you at all times

Most gracious Lord
You are merciful and kind above all others

No tender voice like thine
No other voice can provide the comfort and reassurance I need

Can peace afford
To give me peace of mind and heart

I need thee, oh, I need thee
I am declaring my reliance on you once again

Every hour I need thee
I require your support and guidance constantly

O bless me now, my Saviour
Please grant me your favor and grace, my protector

I come to thee
I am turning to you for help

In joy or pain
Whether things are going well or poorly

Come quickly and abide
Please come swiftly and remain with me

Or life is in vain
Otherwise, my existence has no purpose or meaning