Be Near Me - Bethany Dillon

I follow all the rules

Well, at least I’m trying

Hoping when my days are through

You’ll be pleased

I’ve lived the longest days

Thinking my heart was so bad

Too scared to look in your face

Oh, if only I had

And is it alright

If I stay here all night

By the shoreline

I cannot believe you are angry or unjust

You’ve done nothing but have compassion on us

So be near me when I’ve given up

Be near me

I’m just like everyone else

We are all hiding

Acting like I have a wealth

Of knowledge and peace

But all I’ve ever wanted

And what men have given their lives for

Is a God who understands my weaknesses

A God that I can love

And is it alright

If I stay here all night

By the shoreline

I cannot believe you are angry or unjust

You’ve done nothing but have compassion on us

So be near me when I’ve given up

Be near me

I believe you are good and righteous

You’ve given me your reckless love

So be near, be near…