Joy of the Lord

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[Verse 1]
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Though the tears may fall my song will rise, my song will rise to You
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Though my heart may fail my song will rise, my song will rise to You
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While there's breath in my lungs, I will praise You Lord

[Verse 2]
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In the dead of night I’ll lift my eyes, I’ll lift my eyes to You
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Though the waters rise I’ll lift my eyes, I’ll lift my eyes to You
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While there's hope in this heart, I will praise You Lord

[Chorus]
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The joy of the Lord is my strength
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The joy of the Lord is my strength
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In the darkness I’ll dance, in the shadows I’ll sing
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The joy of the Lord is my strength

[Verse 3]
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When I cannot see You with my eyes, let faith arise to You
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When I cannot feel Your hand in mine, let faith arise to You
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God of mercy and love, I will praise You Lord

[Verse 4]
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How You shine with glory Lord of light, I feel alive with You
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In Your presence now I come alive, I am alive with You
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There is strength when I say "I will praise You Lord"

[Chorus 2x]
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[Bridge]
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When sorrow comes my way, You are the shield around me
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Always You remain my courage in the fight
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I hear You call my name, Jesus I am com - ing
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Walking on the waves, reaching for Your light

[Chorus 2x]
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