Lyrics
Thy word is a lamp unto my feet
Expresses reliance on divine guidance; compares God's word to a guiding lamp for one's journey.
And a light unto my path
Reiterates the metaphor, emphasizing the illuminating role of God's word in life's journey.
Thy word is a lamp unto my feet
Repeats the idea for emphasis, reinforcing the significance of God's word as a guiding light.
And a light unto my path
Reiterates the importance of God's word in providing direction and clarity in life.
When I feel afraid,
Introduces the theme of fear and uncertainty, acknowledging moments of doubt or anxiety.
And think I've lost my way
Acknowledges the feeling of being lost or unsure about the path ahead.
Still, you're there right beside me
Assures the presence of God even in moments of fear, emphasizing divine companionship.
Nothing will I fear
Declares confidence and trust in God, expressing freedom from fear with divine presence.
As long as you are near
Highlights the assurance derived from God's proximity and support in challenging times.
Please be near me to the end
Requests God's continual presence until the end of the journey.
Thy word is a lamp unto my feet
Restates the guiding role of God's word, emphasizing its relevance in life's daily walk.
And a light unto my path
Reiterates the metaphorical significance of God's word as a constant source of guidance.
Thy word is a lamp unto my feet
Emphasizes the ongoing importance of relying on God's word for direction.
And a light unto my path
Repeats the idea of God's word being a consistent light for life's journey.
I will not forget
Acknowledges the speaker's commitment not to forget God's love despite life's distractions.
Your love for me and yet
Recognizes the enduring nature of God's love, contrasting it with the speaker's wandering heart.
My heart forever is wandering
Admits the tendency of the heart to wander despite God's unwavering love.
Jesus by my guide
Identifies Jesus as the guide who keeps the speaker on the right path.
And hold me to your side
Requests Jesus to hold the speaker close, emphasizing the desire for divine guidance.
And I will love you to the end
Expresses a commitment to love God until the end of the speaker's journey.
Nothing will I fear
Reiterates the theme of fearlessness in the presence of God, echoing earlier sentiments.
As long as you are near
Affirms confidence as long as God remains near, seeking divine proximity.
Please be near me to the end
Requests God's continued presence until the conclusion of the speaker's journey.
Thy word is a lamp unto my feet
Repeats the metaphor of God's word as a guiding lamp for daily life.
And a light unto my path
Reiterates the idea of God's word as a constant source of light and direction.
Thy word is a lamp unto my feet
Emphasizes the ongoing relevance of God's word as a guide for life's journey.
And a light unto my path
Repeats the metaphorical significance of God's word as an illuminating path.
And a light unto my path
Underlines the idea of God's word being a continual light for life's journey.
You're the light unto my path
Concludes by affirming God as the constant light guiding the speaker's path.
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