
Finish the Race
Now listen up closely. Come gather around. There’s a truth in the Word that is solid and sound: When you know Jesus and what he

Now listen up closely. Come gather around. There’s a truth in the Word that is solid and sound: When you know Jesus and what he

There once was a King of splendor like gold, With mor riches and glories than can ever be told. He lived in a palace with

I once had a heart that was stubborn and proud, It grumbled and mumbled and boasted out loud. Pouting and shouting, it threw quite a

When shadows grow long, and the night’s full of noise, When fear tries to shake all my peace and my poise, When my heart starts

When sorrow comes knocking and joy takes its leave, When your heart feels too heavy to hope or believe, When teardrops keep falling like rain

I once was a mess, all tangled and torn, Like sneakers all muddy or socks that were worn. But then something happened, so wondrous and

We don’t have to guess. We don’t have to fear. Our prayers aren’t lost, for the Lord’s near to hear. We have this great confidence,

When life starts to wobble and spins you around, When nothing feels steady, not even the ground, When thoughts swirl like thunder and won’t let

Be strong and be brave. Don’t shiver or shake. Don’t run from the thunder or fear what’s at stake. For God is right with you,

No matter how near or how far we may roam, Having riches or nothing, with crowds or alone, No matter the scars or any fears

When you plant what is right in the soil of your soul, You’ll grow something lovely, completely whole. Not oranges, apples, or cherries on trees—

I asked for a fix, a quick little cure, A way to feel better, a heart that felt sure. I pleaded and prayed, “Please take