We frequently pray that God will not forsake us in times of trial and temptation, but we forget that we need to use this prayer at all times. There is no moment of our life, however holy, in which we can do without His constant upholding. Whether in light or in darkness, in communion or in temptation, we need the prayer, "Forsake me not, O Lord. Hold me up, and I shall be safe." A little child, while learning to walk, always needs aid. The ship left by the pilot drifts at once from her course. We cannot do without continued aid from above. Father, do not forsake Your child, lest he fall by the hand of the enemy. Shepherd, do not forsake Your lamb, let he wander from the safety of the fold. Do not forsake me in my sorrows, lest I murmur against You. Do not forsake me, for without You I am weak, but with You I am strong. Do not forsake me, for my path is dangerous and full of snares. I cannot do without Your guidance. "Be not far from me, O Lord, for trouble is near, for there is none to help" (Psalm 22: 11). "Leave me not, neither forsake me, O God of my salvation" (Psalm 27: 9).