“Forsake Me Not,” New Era, Aug. 1995, 51 Forsake Me Not Words and music by Margo Faraoni First-Place Hymn 1. Forsake me not; be not far from me, though like a lamb I’ve gone astray. Lord, wilt thou put thy arms around me and lead me back with thee to stay? 2. Forsake me not; be not far from me when sorrows press upon my soul. Lord, grant me strength and understanding. Lift up my heart and make me whole. 3. Father, I know that thou art with me. I have no reason, then, to fear. Thy loving answer reassures me, “My child, I always will be near.” Copyright © 1995 by Margo Faraoni. All rights reserved. This song may be copied for incidental, noncommercial church or home use.