I Raise My Heart Up To You

In times of thankfulness, or despair,
in hope or loss, you are there.
My champion without a sword;
I raise my heart up to you, Lord.

Every faltering step upon my way
leaves me breathless,
but I know that you are traveling with me.
Seasons turn from sun-kissed springs
into deep winters;
You gave them up for me at Calvary.

In times of thankfulness, or despair,
in hope or loss, you are there.
My champion without a sword;
I raise my heart up to you, Lord.

Lest I forget a mother lost her son
to save my children;
sad sacrifice brings comfort with your truth.
Your yoke is light, oh happy Lamb,
I'm glad to bear it,
for the promise of the Kingdom is my proof.

In times of thankfulness, or despair,
in hope or loss, you are there.
My champion without a sword;
I raise my heart up to you, Lord.

And when I find that I am left alone
and weary of the fight,
I see the mighty victor over death.
The prince of peace triumphant in his glory;
the resurrection and the light.
Alleluia! Angels sing and I am blessed.

In times of thankfulness, or despair,
in hope or loss, you are there.
My champion without a sword;
I raise my heart up to you, Lord.

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