The Lord Is My Hope =================== w&m: M.D. Ridge, 1989 Keyboard acc. by Patrick Loomis [Refrain] The Lord is my hope and my glory. The Lord is the song that I sing: so tender and loving a shepherd, so rooted in justice, a king. When shadow confuses my vision, when sorrow lays claim to my heart, God is my refuge, my rock and my shield. I will rely on the Lord. [Verse 1] Near to death, I cried, "Save me!" and you heard. You are God, and you lift up the poor. [Refrain] [Verse 2] Kingdoms fall; nations tremble at your pow'r. None can stand without you at their side. [Refrain] [Verse 3] Justice reigns, and the wicked are cast down. In your love is our safety and strength. [Refrain] [Verse 4] All who trust in your promise will be saved, for your word has been tested in fire. [Refrain] [Verse 5] Morning comes: I will praise you with my life, ever faithful and true to your word. [Refrain]