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If The Savior Stood Beside Me

By Common Hymnal

1,810 views Jul 3, 2026 updated Verified editorial review

Common Hymnal's song 'If the Savior Stood Beside Me' is a reflective piece that examines how awareness of Christ's presence might influence daily actions, words, thoughts, and priorities. The lyrics pose a series of hypothetical questions about living more righteously, speaking kindly, praying earnestly, and serving others if one could see Jesus nearby. The song concludes with the reassurance that He is always near, even when unseen, and encourages the listener to become the person they would want to be in His presence. It draws on themes of personal holiness, obedience, and gratitude, reminiscent of the biblical call to live as children of light.

Lyrics Verified by Editorial Team

If the Savior stood beside me, would I do the things I do?

Would I think of His commandments and try harder to be true?

Would I follow His example? Would I live more righteously,

If I could see the Savior standing nigh, watching over me?


If the Savior stood beside me, would I say the things I say?

Would my words be true and kind if He were never far away?

Would I try to share the gospel? Would I speak more reverently

If I could see the Savior standing nigh, watching over me?


If the Savior stood beside me,

would my thoughts be clean and pure?

Would His presence give me strength and hope,

and courage to endure?

Would His counsel guide my actions?

Would I choose more worthily

If I could see the Savior standing nigh, watching over me?


If the Savior stood beside me, would I often kneel to pray?

Would I listen to the Spirit?s voice, and hasten to obey?

Would I count my many blessings? Would I praise Him gratefully

If I could see the Savior standing nigh watching over me?


If the Savior stood beside me, would I comfort those in need?

Would I try to show the Savior?s love in every word and deed?

Would I give to those who hunger? Would I serve more willingly

If I could see the Savior standing nigh, watching over me?


He is always near me, though I do not see Him there

And because He loves me dearly, I am in His watchful care

So I?ll be the kind of person that I know I?d like to be

If I could see the Savior standing nigh, watching over me.

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