I asked the Lord to keep me brave
Hold my chin above the wave
Lend me strength to tread the line
Close my mouth to deadly brine
Whether rescue comes for me
Or in death, I am set free
I asked the Lord to keep me brave
As I swim above the grave
Not a promised morning sun
Still, I know that we have won
He owns night as well as day
At my side, I know He’ll stay
I asked the Lord to keep me brave
Or to despair I would be slave
Though I’m weary of the waves
I thank the Lord he keeps me brave
©Mary Grace van der Kroef 2020
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I know I sound like a broken record but seriously, it’s awesome!
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Thank you. I don’t mind broken records that say nice things about my writing. 😁
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Well, they’re definitely book worthy!
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He does keep us brave indeed. Life can be difficult at times but to have JESUS with us makes all the difference. There have been times when I would have gladly succumbed to the waves but for GOD. Great relatable writing!
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Thank you Carol. ❤
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Powerful words. Isn’t knowing God wonderful? If we weren’t in relationship with Him, who would we call out to? Where would we find our hope?
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I know I would no longer be alive it if was not for his grace. ❤
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