Refuge
Find Strength and Comfort in 'Refuge' – Sunday 7pm Choir's Uplifting Message
Lyrics
I am your refuge, I am your strength.
I provide a place of safety and protection for you, and I give you the power to endure.
I am your helper in time of trouble;
I support and assist you during challenging times.
so do not fear, no, do not fear
Do not be afraid; there is no need to worry or be anxious.
for I am your God.
I am the divine being you worship and rely on.
I am your refuge, I am your strength.
Similar to line 1, emphasizing the repeated assurance of providing refuge and strength.
I am your helper in time of trouble;
Reiterating the role as a helper during difficult moments.
so do not fear, no, do not fear
Repeated encouragement not to be afraid, reinforcing the theme of trust and reliance.
for I am your God.
Reaffirmation of being the divine protector.
And when you pass through the waters,
Assurance that divine presence will accompany you during challenging times symbolized by "waters."
I will be with you.
Promise of support and companionship in navigating obstacles and challenges.
And when you cross o'er the river,
Symbolic guidance and assistance in crossing metaphorical rivers of difficulty.
I will be your guide.
Commitment to being a guiding force in your journey.
And when you walk through the fire,
Even in the midst of trials and hardships ("fire"), you will not be harmed.
you'll not be burned,
Emphasizing the assurance of protection and safety during challenging situations.
for I am your God.
Reiteration of the divine identity and the accompanying security it provides.
You are my refuge, you are my strength.
Shifting perspective: now the speaker acknowledges the listener as their refuge and strength.
You are my helper in time of trouble;
Recognition of the listener's role as a helper during times of trouble.
I will not fear, I will not fear,
The speaker declares their trust and confidence in the listener, expressing a lack of fear.
for you are my God.
Reaffirming the listener as their God, emphasizing trust and reliance.
You are my God.
Continuation of the speaker's acknowledgment of the listener as their God.
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