RISE ABOVE

Wake me up to rise above
This ever writhing stage
Paint for me the picture
Of your heart upon the page
Lead me here by your word
Open my understanding to yours
Cause me to know your mind

Trusting you - I am helped
Abiding under your protection
Wisdom is near to me
Your thoughts are my reflection
Fear is running, hope is coming
And all will be well with my soul
Father I have not forgotten your promise

It overcomes the world
Your name is above all others
Nothing can stand against you
Only love prevails
Death is swallowed up in life
In your presence
Our weakness turns to strength

PEACE WITHIN

Be at peace within yourself
As you once told me
Cast your cares upon the Lord
In Him you are complete

Hand to the plow
Do not look back
You have not made a mistake
Love covers a multitude

Be at peace within yourself
As you once told me
Hold fast, be bold, press on
You are free

Shine as you live the promise
Wake up early to meet with Him
Do not forget those who are in prison
As if you yourself were with them

Let hope fill your heart
This life is but a glimpse
We're running for the finish line
At last, to be close to Him.

GET UP

The dreamer dreams and melts beneath the surface
Seeking to live more than this and find their true purpose
Wake from contemplations to face the breaking tide
Pride is gone, fear is gone, there is nothing left to hide.

Gear up for the journey is long and hard and steep
Each of us have a part to play, love to live, a place to be
So lift your hands, surrender and receive
Perfect love that cast out all fear and believe

You were made for love so get up
Stop sinking into the mire
Of self pity, lies, and defeat
If Christ is your life, He alone is your victory!